by Richard Funchess | Aug 3, 2018
Most of us probably wouldn’t think twice about hiring a trainer if we were looking to improve our physical conditions. So, why are we so hesitant to hire a financial advisor whose job it is to help us attain our financial goals? Much like a physical trainer...
by Richard Funchess | Jul 16, 2018
Remember learning about the food pyramid back in elementary school? Meb Faber, the CEO of Cambria Investments has borrowed on that idea to create his own investment pyramid. These are all the things to do before you decide to invest. Starting at the bottom, he advises...
by Richard Funchess | Jul 5, 2018
You read about student loans all the time and the seemingly unfillable hole of debt that people are desperately trying to climb out of. According to Jason Peceny from Men’s Health magazine, it is possible to survive bankruptcy and boost your credit score. Now that...
by Richard Funchess | May 29, 2018
Earlier this month, the Oracle of Omaha, the greatest investor of all time, and Berkshire Hathaway’s CEO– Warren Buffett sat down for an exclusive interview with Andy Serwer, Yahoo Finance’s editor-in-chief. The discussion revolved around the importance of good...
by Richard Funchess | May 25, 2018
In today’s economy, it can feel overwhelming, and even impossible, to save money. As living expenses zoom past what is considered to be a livable wage, the lifestyles of today can make you feel discouraged and pessimistic. While the budgeting practices of the past may...
by Richard Funchess | May 8, 2018
Getting tips on how to handle your personal finances from billionaires isn’t as daunting as it may seem. While yes, there are some wealthy people who were lucky enough to be born into their money, there are also many, many others who have built their own wealth...
by Richard Funchess | Apr 22, 2018
If you’ve been paying any attention to the investing world lately, you’ll know that index funds have become a major key player. Since 2016, out of every $5 invested in the United States, $1 was through an index fund. What is an Index Fund? An index is an academic...
by Richard Funchess | Apr 6, 2018
Between the ages of 20 and 30, there are plenty of major life changes that occur. For many, these changes are graduating from college, finding a career, getting married, and starting a family. Having an understanding of your personal finances is required for each of...
by Richard Funchess | Feb 16, 2018
Recent talk of the current state of the stock market has led many to boast of the current state of the economy. But are these two aspects of American economic health synonymous? Despite the two often used in tandem with each other, it is worth a deeper analysis of...
by Richard Funchess | Jan 27, 2018
College is becoming more expensive as the years go on. According to Business Insider, the average cost of one year of college in 1980 was just under $3,000, and that included: tuition, room and board, and additional fees. Today, that price has skyrocketed over an...
