3 Things You Should Know about the FIRE Movement
You’ve likely heard of it, but may be asking yourself what FIRE actually is, and if it makes sense within your financial future. As the Millennial and Gen Z generations continue to shift their perspectives on work and happiness, the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement has… well… been spreading like wildfire. Here are three […]
Impact Investing: Target Your Environmental and Social Goals Through Your Investments
Investors can use their money to try to make a difference on causes that are important to them. People are increasingly recognizing they can use their savings and investments to do good in the world. They have embraced ethical investing and are letting their morals and principles guide their decisions about where to put their […]
Four Things You Didn’t Know About Direct Indexing
You’ve heard of direct indexing, and some supporters have gone so far as to say it’s the future of investing. While it’s largely accepted that personalization is critical, what does direct indexing really mean, and how can a smaller practice achieve it at scale? It’s no secret that over the last decade, passive investing has […]
What Investors Need to Know about ESG
You’ve heard about ESG, but you’re not sure how to align your beliefs with your investments. Investors with a leaning toward purpose as a motivator aim to find a deeper sense of meaning in where they put their money, and ESG funds may be a great way to express a purpose-based financial personality. In this […]
What, really, is ethical investing?
As an investor, you have the power to ensure that your investments align with your beliefs and principles. Returns, while critical, are often not the only priority many investors have today. Increasingly, people who are purpose and viewpoint-driven are also focused on ethical investing and finding opportunities to do so without having to sacrifice returns. […]
How Positive Psychology Is Moving From The Fitness Industry To Financial Services
What can the financial services industry learn about loyalty and engagement from the world of fitness? More than you might expect. The fitness industry, specifically brands like Peloton and Noom, have embraced the principles of positive psychology to change the way people approach working out and weight loss. Instead of considering fitness a means to […]