January is supposed to be the month of positivity and renewal, but 2016 began with one of the worst months the stock market has ever experienced. While everyone is hoping the market finds a bottom and recovers soon, uncertain investors are asking, "What should I do with my money?" Before we start exploring answers to that question, remember all markets are cyclical and asset cycles don’t tend to mirror each other. As one asset class peaks, there is usually another one crashing, one starting … [Read more...] about What Should I Do With My Money?
Jack Martin
The Best Way for Investors to Achieve Peace of Mind
Most investors are seeking the same thing. Regardless of the asset class, they prefer to invest with predictability while receiving a good return on their money, relative to the risk. But what they are REALLY seeking is peace of mind. Since the turn of the century, working with private investors has taught us a host of lessons about what is important when considering a passive investment. In this article, let’s cover the most common questions investors tend to ask before investing in a real … [Read more...] about The Best Way for Investors to Achieve Peace of Mind
Shifting to Conscious Capitalism
Human design assumes that each person desires a life with deeper meaning – a cause. Comparatively, the business blueprint suggests actions that create profit. There is a new way of doing business emerging that is not only transcending what business can be, but also providing a community for the customer that was not previously available. This is called “Conscious Capitalism.” It is business, with a social mission – a mission to create a profitable business while making a positive impact on … [Read more...] about Shifting to Conscious Capitalism
Is Real Estate Today’s Best Investment?
Investors are nervous. The stock market is proving to be highly volatile. It had a good run, but that run may be over. The commodity market continues to lose ground, with no bottom in sight. Bonds and other traditional investment vehicles are producing low yields and many investors are wondering if they should just sit on cash. Meanwhile, real estate is rebounding and may prove to be the best place now for investment dollars. However, the way investors traditionally look at real estate as an … [Read more...] about Is Real Estate Today’s Best Investment?