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Worried About Stocks? Why Long-Term Investing Is Crucial

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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.

Meme Investing? Try Human Ingenuity Instead

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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.

Why I’ll Always Be Optimistic About the Market

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This post is written by David Booth - Executive Chairman and Founder of Dimensional. It’s hard to believe we’re approaching the end of the second year of this global pandemic. Despite the pain and loss endured by so many all over the world, I hope some positive changes have come from the shock … [Read more...] about Why I’ll Always Be Optimistic About 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.

Ten Obstacles to Investing & How to Overcome Them

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Dimensional Fund Advisors (DFA) is holding a Shareholder Meeting on December 29, 2021. One of the reasons for this meeting is that David Booth, Roger Ibbotson, and Myron Scholes, who currently serve as directors, will be retiring from the Board. David currently serves as Chairman of the Board and … [Read more...] about Ten Obstacles to Investing & How to Overcome Them

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.

History Shows That You Can’t Time Stock Market Returns

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History shows that you can’t time stock market premium returns. A historical study of stock market returns has shown that the global stock markets have rewarded investors for taking on more risk with smaller companies, and value companies. However, to capture these market historic premiums, you have … [Read more...] about History Shows That You Can’t Time Stock Market Returns

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.

The Market Has No Memory

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This guest post was written by David Booth, Executive Chairman and Founder of Dimensional Fund Advisors.  David discusses the lessons from 2019 that investors can apply to … [Read more...] about The Market Has No Memory

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.