A consistent theme emerges when you read the best investment books. While each has their own unique strategy, the main points start to overlap. You get a picture of what the great investors look for in a company. And it’s an easy place to start when doing your own research and learning about stocks.
Consistently Strong Management
Most of the talk about stock selection involves balance sheets and income statements. The people behind the company are too often overlooked as secondary. Yet, they are necessary for long-term success.
Take sports, a team with the best players still needs someone to lead them, build a game plan, and manage the players. The best teams, the ones that consistently win year after year, have the best coaches. The same philosophy works for companies. Find the best coaches in the corporate world and you’ll find the best companies. Continue Reading…
As an employee, you’re stuck with whatever retirement plan your company provides. Sure, you can still 
Investors are always looking for yield and a way to protect their interest payments. But changing interest rates can get in the way sometimes. Whether you’re looking for income investments or just want a different bond allocation, floating rate bonds might be a worthy alternative in the right environment.
I fully believe anyone can become a do it yourself investor. That you can make educated investment decisions over the course of your life. I also believe that most people need a financial advisor too. Here’s why?