Posts by jerrodferguson
Is now a good time to invest?
Q: Is now a good time to invest? Jerrod Ferguson: “The answer to this question always depends on one thing: When will you need to use the money? Once we know your time horizon and long term financial goals, we can determine how much risk you should take on those investments. If you’re going…
Read MoreHow do headlines affect your portfolio? Your Midyear Investment Update
Each summer, we provide a Midyear Investment Update because we believe in not only preparing for life’s uncertainties but also anticipating them before they occur. Here are some fresh financial perspectives backed by decades of expertise and focused on peace of mind. Real News Vs. Fake News In recent months, news headlines have been…
Read MoreInvestment Update – Quarter 1
The end of 2017 brings to a close one of the best years for global equity markets in nearly a decade. I like to think of 2017 similar to the climb to the top of a rollercoaster. People were excited, it was a slow and steady climb, and there wasn’t much in the way of…
Read MoreMarket Update-Q4, The Final Stretch
The third quarter has come to an end and the holiday season is quickly approaching. Markets have continued to impress year-to-date and according to Raymond James Chief Investment Strategist, Jeff Saut, “Evidence suggests investors are witnessing the biggest bull market on record1.” Here is a recap of where various market indexes have performed through September,…
Read MoreMid-Year Investment Update
Automation is currently impacting our global economies. In an article published by The Economist, titled “Taking Flight,” the evolution of drone technology is discussed in great detail. Until recently, the marketplace for drones had been divided into two main spaces, toys and weapons. The vast majority of worldwide spending on drones (approximately 90%) can be…
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