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VTI and VUG: A Two ETF Portfolio for Long-Term Wealth Building
Explore the benefits of a simplified, two ETF portfolio. A total U.S. Stock Market Index fund such as VTI provides great diversification. A growth index fund such as VUG provides an amazing growth tilt. A great combination for those looking to capture market gains, but double down on momentum. A viable, yet simplistic approach to outperforming many financial advisors.
The Power of Long-Term Thinking in Volatile Markets
Market downturns are inevitable, but long-term thinking and patience prevails. Create and implement a data-driven plan to be confident about your investing. Dollar-cost average throughout all markets to maximize compounded returns and to take advantage of market recoveries. Have clear goals and review your progress regularly to ensure you are doing your part, even if the market isn’t agreeing with you this week.
Frontload Accounts to Increase Returns
Discover the benefits of frontloading your tax-advantaged accounts to maximize investment returns. This blog post explains how contributing early in the year to IRAs, HSAs, and Solo 401(k)s can give your money more time for tax-advantaged growth and compounding. Learn from a self-employed investor’s experience of fully funding $162,550 in accounts by April, the psychological and financial advantages of early contributions, and important considerations for both W-2 and 1099 earners. Find out when frontloading makes sense, potential pitfalls, and how this strategy can help you reach your financial goals faster.
Tax-Loss Harvesting
Tax-loss harvesting is a tax strategy to take advantage of a down market. It’s a way to control taxation and even decrease taxes from earned income. It’s the time to exit poorly performing investments and reallocate capital without facing serious consequences.
VTSAX, VTI, or VUG? Which is Best?
Compare VTSAX, VTI, and VUG to decide which is best for your portfolio. All are great, but they have their differences. What are you goals? what is your volatility tolerance?
What is a Mega Backdoor Roth Conversion?
Everything you need to know about the Mega Backdoor Roth conversion. Make the most of your tax-advantaged options with this Roth conversion. This is an excerpt from the new TFC course.
Buying Index Funds: A Step-by-Step Walkthrough with Screenshots
Self-managing your investments sounds daunting. Allow me to walk you through the process of buying index funds such as VTSAX and VTI. This simple process takes minutes and will have you questioning the need for your current financial advisor.
Account Comparison: Money Market vs High-Yield Savings
A quick rundown of different piggy banks. Read to find out the pros and cons of money market accounts and high-yield savings accounts. Which is best for you?
Which is best? VTSAX, VT, VTI, or VOO?
A blend of insight mixed with solicited investing advice. All to provide clarity on investing avenues.
Removing Emotions from Investment Decision-Making
Retail therapy…Impulse spending…Panic selling…All influenced by emotions. None of these favor financial progress or long term solutions. Read about noting the areas emotion attempts to creep into our investment strategies and how to manage it.
Personal Residence as an Investment
A look at the avenues in which a personal residence acts as an investment. There is a key factor that makes these investment points strong.
529 Plan Explained
Everything you need to know about a 529 plan for education expenses. Another valuable tax deferred account to selflessly strengthen your financial family tree.
What’s in your 401(k): Effective Passive Investing
A fundamental part of financial literacy is understanding your investments. It’s important we know what those dollars that leave our paycheck each month are purchasing. And why such investments may help or hinder our progress.
10 Investments for CRNAs to Build Wealth
There are many places to send your hard earned dollars. I have identified 10 quality candidates that will strengthen your financial health.
Asset Allocation: Keep it Simple
Professionals tend to complicate asset allocation even when a few simple investments keep up with the pros.
Money Management: How to Start Investing
Learn about a great place to start your investing journey. You don’t need a complicated strategy to be a successful investor. Read what the experts have found to work best.
The Financial Cocktail Principles of Investing
The Financial Cocktail simplifies the investing process. Everyone can make changes to their thinking and actions, just how The Financial Cocktail continues to learn and develop alongside readers.