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The Hidden Cost of Owning Too Many Investments – Part 2

September 12, 2023 by Nick

Cost of owning too many investmentsWhile diversification is a crucial way to spread risk across multiple investments, over-diversification1 occurs when a portfolio owns too many investments. In this instance, there can be some potential "hidden" costs, including reduced return potential without a material reduction in risk.2 If we think of diversification as the cost investors incur to reduce the risk [...]

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The Hidden Cost of Owning Too Many Investments – Part 3

September 12, 2023 by Nick

Cost of owning too many investmentsAs we reviewed in the two previous posts, diversification is an effective way to reduce risk. If you own too many investments, however, there can be hidden costs without a material reduction in the risk of loss. These costs may include: Reduced returns which can increase the risk of not reaching your financial goals Unnecessary [...]

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The Hidden Cost of Owning Too Many Investments – Part 1

September 11, 2023 by Nick

Cost of owning too many investmentsAssuming you invest in individual stocks and/or mutual funds, what is one of the first questions you should ask if you want higher investment returns? The answer is, “Do I own too many investments?” This is an essential question because of the potential hidden costs of owning too many investments, also known as over-diversification. While [...]

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Sequence of Returns Risk

September 29, 2021 by Robert Seal

sequence-of-returns-riskWhen buying a home, you probably know many potential risks, such as the risk your home will go down in value over time or the risk that your home will require a lot of maintenance after purchase. In the same way, knowledgeable investors are aware that investing in the capital markets presents any number of [...]

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What Are Stock Splits?

August 18, 2020 by Nick Leave a Comment

Stock SplitWhat Are Stock Splits?Here’s what you need to know. Two high-profile companies—Apple and Tesla—have announced stock splits in the past few weeks, which makes it a great time to discuss what’s involved when a company announces a stock split. Remember, any companies mentioned are for illustrative purposes only. It should not be considered a solicitation [...]

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Small Business Retirement Plans

June 22, 2020 by Nick Leave a Comment

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How do you pick the most appropriate retirement plan for your business as well as your employees? As a small-business owner, figuring out retirement choices can be a little intimidating.The SECURE Act and CARES Act may complicate the decision. There are three main types of retirement plans for small businesses: SIMPLE-IRAs, SEP-IRAs, and 401(k)s. Read […]

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The Backdoor Roth IRA

May 23, 2018 by The Goff Financial Group

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Does your high income stop you from contributing to a Roth IRA? It does not necessarily prohibit you from having one. You may be able to create a backdoor Roth IRA and give yourself the potential for a tax-free income stream in retirement. The Backdoor Roth IRA, a move that high earners can make in […]

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Bundle Up? Not When It Comes To Financial Services

June 3, 2016 by Matthew Goff Leave a Comment

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For many people subscribing to satellite services or cable television over the last couple of decades, the business model has been “bundling services” like television, Internet and phone together for a single rate. However, in this system, many customers are paying for TV channels that they never watch or for a landline that they rarely use. With the increased popularity of “cutting the cord” to cable and satellite TV in order to watch TV series and films on Over-The-Top (OTT) content devices, there have been calls, even from Washington, for a “pay for what you watch” or “a la carte” approach.  Continue Reading …

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What should I do with my stock options?

June 10, 2015 by Matthew Goff Leave a Comment

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If you’re holding stock options from your employer, our Employee Stock Options Strategy will help you answer these questions: Should I exercise my options now or risk holding out for a higher price in the future? What are the tax consequences of exercising my options? How do my company stock options impact my overall portfolio? […]

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