The Fourth Quarter Effect

The Fourth Quarter Effect

Monday, October 27, 2025 September is generally regarded as the worst month in the stock market over the course of the year. But October-December is the strongest time of the year historically, and the fourth quarter consensus consistently demonstrates strong...
Could Be a Melt Up

Could Be a Melt Up

Monday, October 20, 2025 The stock market has gained over 20% the last two years and over 14% so far this year. And yet, some people think it’s just getting started. This market backdrop is about as bullish as it gets. Despite all the rate hikes of 2022, the...
When Money Was Free, Prices Didn’t Matter

When Money Was Free, Prices Didn’t Matter

Monday, October 13, 2025 It seems like a sure thing, but a key question remains for American homeowners and those who want to own homes. That is, will lower interest rates help the housing market? With the Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate cut plans, the...
Policies Drove Housing Prices Through the Roof

Policies Drove Housing Prices Through the Roof

Monday, October 6, 2025 The average household feels inflation as rising living costs. Of those, shelter is usually the largest. So, what’s the issue with housing costs and is there any hope for relief? Nationally, housing inflation has subsided significantly from a...
Don’t Trust the Robots

Don’t Trust the Robots

Monday, September 29, 2025 The robots are out to get you. Human investment advisors have a long history of self-interested decisions. They might make an unnecessary flurry of trades for more commissions or collect steep management fees for buying the S&P 500...
Why is the Market Still Up?

Why is the Market Still Up?

Monday, September 22, 2025 We’re in September, and talk about a disconnect. Why is the market near or making new all-time highs with all these negative things swirling? Well, one reason could be American companies are buying their own stocks at a record pace. These...