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Practicing Gratitude

Tis the season of gratitude. Thanksgiving is perhaps one of the most underappreciated holidays, but most needed. Because Thanksgiving is not marketable, there is not publicity on it. Instead, it’s all about consumerism.

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Pragmatic Perspectives

Year-to-date, the stock market is down 20-25%. Bonds are down 15% and the supposed inflation-fighting asset class of gold is down 10%. Many financial experts are pontificating where inflation and the markets will go from here. But market forecasts are seldom accurate.

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The Upside of Bear Markets

Bear markets, like large grizzly bears, are often associated with fear and running for safety. These feelings are often exacerbated by fateful headlines with dramatic wording. But for long-term investors, bear markets don’t have to be scary. They can have several benefits.

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Year End Update

Inflation is rising at a rate of 6%. The S&P 500 is up 9% since July. After the current gains and with inflation surging now is the time to get out, right? No. We are long-term investors, not gamblers betting on the next market move.

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Market Volatility: A History Lesson

Market volatility has been ramping up throughout the month of September as historically it has been the weakest month. Typically, staying the course and continuing to invest has produced the best results.

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