We focus on long-term investing through the lens of the ancient proverb: "The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now."

Embarking on a new investment journey shares emotional similarities with the first day of school—both are filled with a mix of fear and excitement. We explore immediate investment and dollar-cost averaging strategies in this back-to-school "study guide."

Stock quote: My advice to new artists is to embrace a broader concept of timelessness than vintage or retro." Well Balanced is a round-up of topics helping you get today right. Vol 22.

For those in or near retirement, perhaps the question is, how can I protect my purchasing power and grow my wealth? Can I trust the IOU from Uncle Sam?

News Recap: 1) U.S. economy outperforms expectations, 2) Federal Reserve approves a quarter-percent interest rate hike, and 3) Dow Jones Index experiences a winning streak.

Stock quote: In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is. Well Balanced is a round-up of topics helping you get today right.

This on-demand Market Update episode covers several key topics shaping markets and the economy. (video)