Dear Mr. Market

1. Fed up

   What to expect in Q4 after a seasonally rough, but perhaps expected, September and a Fed that has been wrong at every turn. Continue reading →

2. Gold: The Shining Star or a Fading Glitter? Unveiling the Pros and Cons

   Why own gold and what are some of the main pros and cons to include it in your investment portfolio? Continue reading →

3. Going Long in Two Fields: Why TLT Could Be Your MVP During Recessions

   How might you reposition your Bond ETFs if we indeed see a market crash, credit event, or general recession? Continue reading →

4. Bull Market Respite or Bear Market Rally?

   There's no shortage of opinions on whether we're in a bull market or conversely still in a bear market. Whatever you do, don't fall prey to emotions but rather try to stick to your plan and stay disciplined. Continue reading →

5. Halfway to the Most Terrible Recession Ever Telegraphed!

   Dear Mr. Market: It is with a sense of awe and intrigue that we find ourselves reflecting upon the first half of 2023. In the world of finance and investment, prognostications and predictions often hold sway, shaping the decisions of … Continue reading →

6. Bank on it? Top 5 Banking Stocks

   Let's put the recent banking failures and headlines into perspective and also review the Top 5 bank stocks in the US. Continue reading →

7. March Madness: Final Four Investing Bracket 2023 

   My Portfolio Guide, LLC is proud to have been the first financial advisor to roll out a #MarchMadness investing bracket over 10 years ago. It's back... so check it out for 2023! Continue reading →

8. Everyone is Getting it Wrong

   Try your best to tune out the noise. Sure, the stock market and the world has plenty worry about but it's not always as bad as everyone wants you to think. Continue reading →

9. Thanksgiving Thoughts

   Mixed in with our wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving, is a narrative that you may not hear about and how the stock market might actually do well in the months to come. Continue reading →

10. Permanent Portfolio Review

    2022 has been a year where the stock market has provided no "safe place" to hide. In this article we review the Permanent Portfolio again and update you on how it's performed and whether it makes sense in times like these. Continue reading →