Social Media and the Fear of Missing Out
The rise of social media has brought with it many blessings and curses. Being connected allows us to keep in touch with old friends and establish connections with acquaintances who…
Posts by Grayson Blazek
6 Tips to Increase Your Online Financial Security
In an increasingly digital world, security of personal information remains in the forefront of our concern. Great emphasis should be placed on keeping your information safe and secure when navigating…
Why You Should Own Bonds
When one thinks about portfolio diversification, bonds, in addition to US and International equities should be evaluated. An investor may be tempted to overlook bonds altogether given that investing in…
What to Expect When You’re Expecting (to Buy Your First Home)
Owning a home is said to be part of the American Dream. While not for everyone, purchasing and owning a home is equally exciting and intimidating. Many of us have…
Student Loan Repayment vs. Retirement Savings
So you’re fresh out of school and looking forward to contributing as a new hire to your firm. During the orientation process they hand you an election form to determine…
Do You Know How Your Credit Score is Determined?
It’s a valid question. Your credit score is one of many metrics that is used to define your financial health, so it’s important to know how it’s calculated and the…
What Do Investments and Baseball Have in Common?
The greatest time of year (in my opinion) is upon us. The weather is beginning to warm, the grass is getting greener, and the 30 teams of Major League Baseball…
Plight or Flight: How fear can impact your investments
Recently I was presented with the opportunity to take a trip; one that would require me to board an airplane. I had flown before, but it was when I was…
Think You’re Ready to Buy Your First Home? Think Again…
Having just started my career, I look forward to the day that I am in the financial position to be able to sign the contract and be handed the keys…
Estate Planning: Til’ Death Do Us Part
Planning for the end of your life just as you are about to begin your new life together probably doesn’t seem quite as enticing as packing the bags for your…
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