Why would anyone own bonds now?

Why would anyone own bonds now? “Many investors have been saying for years that rates can only go up from here, rates can only go one direction, rates will eventually go up. Will they?” – My Own Advisor, September 2021.…
2023 Financial Goals – September Update

2023 Financial Goals – September Update “Enjoy your journey as much as the destination.” – adapted from Marshall Sylver. Welcome to our September update for our 2023 Financial Goals. Enjoying the journey Related to the quote above, I/we try and…
What drives stock returns?

What drives stock returns? With so much negativity towards dividends and dividend investors, in some circles, I thought it would be important to summarize some academic research as it relates to the drivers behind stock returns.  Then, and only then,…
5 stocks I want to buy in 2022

5 stocks I want to buy in 2022 As I approach 15 years as a DIY investor, a hybrid investor no less, we inch closer to some major financial independence dreams. I’ll link to that update later on, below.  Our…
Weekend Reading – Climate crisis edition

Weekend Reading – Climate crisis edition Hey Friends, Welcome to my latest Weekend Reading edition – the climate crisis edition. You can read my last edition about taxable investing and the superficial loss rule here. Earlier this week: I shared…