by Eric VanWinkle | Jun 6, 2022 | Diversification, Financial Planning
Mike Tyson said, “Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” For an investor, recent market volatility can feel like getting punched in the mouth. Here are 10 key principles to help you stay focused on the long-term, even while the... 
by Eric VanWinkle | Jan 25, 2022 | Market Volatility
History shows that stock gains can add up after big declines. Sticking with your plan helps put you in the best position to capture the recovery. gains-after-big-declines Click to Download... 
by Eric VanWinkle | Apr 14, 2020 | Diversification
Everyone wants to be in the best-performing asset class every year. The thing is, few people are savvy enough to consistently choose the best. That’s why diversification is key. This chart shows annual returns for eight broad-based asset classes, cash and a... 
by Eric VanWinkle | Apr 8, 2020 | Market Volatility
If investors want to avoid the “buy high, sell low” trap, then dollar cost averaging can be a valuable strategy in a down or uncertain market. Benefits of Dollar Cost Averaging Click to Download... 
by Eric VanWinkle | Apr 1, 2020 | Market Volatility
When it comes to your investments, all you can really control is how you react. Sticking to sound, fundamental investing principles and staying the course will help you make it through this difficult time. Here are some practical tips for surviving market volatility... 
by Eric VanWinkle | Mar 24, 2020 | Market Volatility
Cost of Missing the Best Days The impact of missing just a few of the market’s best days can be profound, as this look at a hypothetical investment in the stocks that make up the S&P 500 Index shows. DISCLOSURES Dimensional Fund Advisors LP is an investment... 
by Eric VanWinkle | Mar 19, 2020 | Market Volatility
This timeline provides much needed perspective on how bear markets have compared to bull markets since 1926. History of Market Ups and Downs Click to Download... 
by Eric VanWinkle | Mar 19, 2020 | Market Volatility
Historically, significant markets gains have followed times of financial crisis. Market's Response to Crisis Click to Download... 
by Eric VanWinkle | Mar 19, 2020 | Market Volatility
Historically, market lows have been followed by healthy gains. This table demonstrates why it is typically recommended to hold tight during a down turn. Performance After Market Lows Click to Download... 
by Eric VanWinkle | Mar 19, 2020 | Market Volatility
Bear markets can be difficult to endure and each one can seem like the worst one. This timeline of bear and bull markets might help put things back in perspective. Bull & Bear Market Timeline Click to Download...