Roots of Wealth

Roots of Wealth Blog with Dan and Maureen Crimmins

Welcome to Roots of Wealth. A financial blog focusing on life, planning, and interesting information worthy of sharing with you.
Roots of Wealth is proudly managed by Crimmins Wealth Management Located in Ramsey, NJ.
Visit Our Website

The Cost of Trying to Time the Market

by Leave a Comment

The impact of missing just a few of the market’s best days can be profound, as shown by this animated look at a hypothetical investment in the stocks that make up the S&P 500 Index.  The short one-minute Dimensional video below is based on the total return of the S&P 500 Index from January … [Read more...] about The Cost of Trying to Time the Market

The foregoing content reflects the opinions of Crimmins Wealth Management and is subject to change at any time without notice. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that the statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

Worried About Stocks? Why Long-Term Investing Is Crucial

by Leave a Comment

This guest post is written for us by David Booth Executive Chairman and Founder of Dimensional. We are living in a time of extreme uncertainty and the anxiety that comes along with it. Against the backdrop of war, humanitarian crisis, and economic hardship, it’s natural to wonder what effect … [Read more...] about Worried About Stocks? Why Long-Term Investing Is Crucial

The foregoing content reflects the opinions of Crimmins Wealth Management and is subject to change at any time without notice. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that the statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

Charcuterie Boards

by Leave a Comment

Charcuterie and creating charcuterie boards has gained a lot of attention and fans over the past few years. Just google “charcuterie boards” and you will have an endless number of sites to visit. However, the term charcuterie is not a new one. It originated in France in the mid-1800’s and the actual … [Read more...] about Charcuterie Boards

The foregoing content reflects the opinions of Crimmins Wealth Management and is subject to change at any time without notice. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that the statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

Meme Investing? Try Human Ingenuity Instead

by Leave a Comment

This guest post is written by David Booth - Executive Chairman and Founder of Dimensional. We’ve all been conditioned to see meme investors and Wall Street in opposition, but it seems to me that they have a lot in common. Both believe in picking stocks and think they can beat the market. In my … [Read more...] about Meme Investing? Try Human Ingenuity Instead

The foregoing content reflects the opinions of Crimmins Wealth Management and is subject to change at any time without notice. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that the statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

Benjamin Graham – Words to Live By, Especially Now

by Leave a Comment

Benjamin Graham was an influential investor whose research in securities laid the groundwork for in-depth fundamental valuation used in stock analysis today by all market participants. In 1949, Graham wrote the acclaimed book, The Intelligent Investor, and it has gained recognition as the … [Read more...] about Benjamin Graham – Words to Live By, Especially Now

The foregoing content reflects the opinions of Crimmins Wealth Management and is subject to change at any time without notice. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that the statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

Helpful Websites

by Leave a Comment

I often find helpful websites or apps as I am talking with friends or reading online. I came across some in the last few weeks that I thought would be worth sharing. So many of us today automatically go to Google when we need a question answered. But did you know there are actual experts that you … [Read more...] about Helpful Websites

The foregoing content reflects the opinions of Crimmins Wealth Management and is subject to change at any time without notice. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that the statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.