Investors who try and exceed market returns often end up underperforming. In this episode, Paul discusses why striving for market like returns is the way to go.
Recently, Senator Susan Collins questioned Goldman Sachs executives regarding their role in the collapse of the housing market. During the questioning an important point was made. What is the difference between acting ethically versus acting as a fiduciary?
Many retail investors are still waiting on the sidelines, unwilling to trust the markets. When will they get back into stocks? Paul Merriman discusses in this week's episode.
A recent question from a reader got Paul thinking, "For recent graduates, where should the priority be, funding retirement accounts, or paying off student loans?"
In their most recent edition, Money Magazine featured an article titled 31 ways to improve your financial future. But in this episode, Paul argues that they may have missed the smart way to play it safe.