The Value Added Indexer Blog

As a twenty something investor, you have time on your side. Lots of time. Focus on these things that you can control.

One of the focal points following the presidential election is the potential for an increase in tariffs applied to goods produced outside the US. Many investors have wondered what this could mean for markets.

The start of a new year is a great time to reflect on the past, set goals for the future, and tune out predictions from the financial industry.

Every January, many of us commit to resolutions like eating healthier or exercising more, but a lot of us fall short of sticking to them—because lifestyle change is hard. Improving success in most areas of life demands increased effort and action. But investing is different in a way many of us have a hard time accepting: Doing less often means ending up with more.

While there were some notable downturns through the year, financial markets showed resilience in 2024.

Thinking about hiring an investment advisor? Here's a checklist of questions to ask.