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Behavioral Finance
Market timing can contribute to investor mistakes
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Concerned about volatility in your equity portfolio? Trying to time the markets probably isn’t the answer. Data from Morningstar shows that, on average, investor returns lag fund returns.
Behavioral Finance
How to handle market declines
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You wouldn’t be human if you didn’t fear loss. But smart investing can overcome the power of emotion by focusing on relevant research, solid data and proven strategies. Here are seven principles that can help fight the urge to make emotional decisions in times of market turmoil.
Market Outlooks
Preparing Clients for Market Declines
This paper from American Funds analyzes the length and severity of past market drops in order to assist conversations with clients about market volatility.
Client Relationships
Help Your Clients Understand Account Types and Compensation
With more demands on your time, having conversations with clients will be critical to determine what account types and investment plans are in their best interests.
Client Relationships
Women and Investing: Myth vs. Reality
When it comes to finances, women are more likely to experience negative stereotypes about their investment knowledge than men, according to a new survey.
Investing Ideas
New Workforce Natives: Millenials' Attitudes on Work, Retirement and Investing
American Funds commissioned new research to understand Americans' attitudes toward work,retirement and investing -- and what the rise of Millennials signals for the future.
Client Life Events
5 Money Tips for Freelancers: How to Declare Freedom From the 9 to 5
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As the gig economy grows, more workers find themselves juggling their finances as they build their own businesses. Planning and discipline can help them achieve financial security as they pursue their dreams.
Client Life Events
An Estate Planning Checklist: 5 Ways to Protect Loved Ones
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You’ve worked hard to accumulate your wealth. An estate plan can help you leave a lasting legacy.
Advisor Value & Fees
Becoming a Fiduciary
American Funds provides key considerations for financial professionals when developing and documenting a plan for your practice as you move forward as a fiduciary.
Leveraging Technology & Data
Rise of the Humans: Can Advisors Thrive in a Machine World?
The robots are no longer coming – they’re already here. And yes, they are after your job.
Investing Ideas
The Long View - Artificial Intelligence: It's Not the Future, It's Now
Artificial intelligence is poised to fuel the next wave of innovation, and potentially provide opportunities for companies and investors.
Client Relationships
Building My Practice: How to Reach Female Investors
The founder of Cathy Pareto and Associates Inc. provides advice for her peers who want to reach out to women.