What a month! June used to be for brides. This year it is for warriors. The Old Guys chat about the volatility in the markets and how their portfolios managed to handle all that angst.
The Old Guys look at market conditions in the midst of the COVID-19 situation. Also, they take a look at an upgraded version of the DIY allocation spreadsheet, now with auto-pricing for assts.
The Old Guys reveal how they imagine the market finding its way to recovery amidst the pressures of a pandemic and havoc it has brought to the economy. They also review some of the things that help them sleep at night beside Makers Mark and warm milk.
Here we go again. One day down, one day up. Every move a big one. How does an investor manage these ridiculous emotional roller-coaster moves?
Again, the Old Guys bring a calming perspective to the fevered frenzy fomenting seemingly forever on the front lines of the free market fight for funicular control. (Read it […]
Is a 12% drop in the SP500 a lot? OF COURSE IT IS!! – But market movements need to be put into perspective. Before jumping off a cliff of desperation and fear, try to get some perspective on the recent horrible week we just “enjoyed”.
The Old Guys take a look at some stats […]
We get asked this question frequently…”Why are my account returns different than the model returns you report in your fact sheets?”
Really good question! The Old Guys work through a presentation looking at various reasons returns will differ from model returns.
The Punxatawney Prognosticator did not see his shadow. So, according to folk lore Spring will arrive early this year. What will Spring bring in the Markets?
The Old Guys talk about uncertainty and world events that might affect the markets in the near term. Also, Coach Don, reflects draws investing lessons by reflect on […]
The Old Guys make some promises to themselves about investing in 2020. Nothing earth shattering here, but after a combined 70 plus years as professional investors, they still recognize they have more to learn.
It’s always a good idea to take inventory of your personal growth from time to time. The beginning of a new year offers a timely reminder to do just that. The Old Guys talk about where they grew in their understanding of the markets, research, and their own portfolios during the incredible bull […]
One way to control risk is to control volatility in a portfolio. An interesting article prompts a discussion between the Old Guys about using Low Volatility ETF’s and strategies to mitigate downside volatility in your portfolio.
The article that starts the conversation can be found at this link on Seeking Alpha. […]
