In Plus episode 287 for the week of February 22, 2020, we review the spread of the coronavirus pandemic and the typical growth pattern and duration of pandemics. We evaluate recent economic releases, including the downbeat U.S. services PMI flash report, to see how they reflect the impact of the coronavirus. Finally, we assist a member who has had difficulty investing the proceeds of a home sale. … [Read more...]
173 Plus: How My Investment Approach Evolved Over The Years
This week September 23, 2017 on Money For the Rest of Us Plus I discuss how my investment process of making asset allocation decisions based on investment conditions evolved over time. I provide specific examples of portfolio trades and performance during the financial crisis of 2008 and 2009 to illustrate that adjusting one's portfolio allocation based on market conditions can be used not only to hopefully reduce volatility but also to increase returns. … [Read more...]