by Kristine McKinley | Feb 11, 2016 | Investing, Personal Finance
“Don’t panic.” “Don’t sell at the bottom.” “Don’t try to time the market.” You’re used to being told what you shouldn’t do when the market is falling. Today I’d like to talk about the right...
by Kristine McKinley | Aug 24, 2015 | Investing
I sent out an email to my clients today telling them why they shouldn’t panic in face of the recent stock market volatility. I”m sure many people are nervous after three large down days in a row, so I thought I’d post a copy of the email I sent out...
by Kristine McKinley | Jan 21, 2009 | Financial Planning, Investing, Personal Finance, Retirement
It’s hard to say what 2009 will look like. While there are still several concerns (the housing market, rising unemployment, etc.), there will also be considerable government intervention to help improve the economy this year, both in the U.S. and worldwide. So...
by Kristine McKinley | Jan 17, 2009 | Investing, Personal Finance, Retirement
After watching their 401K balances shrink up to 40% in 2008, many people are wondering if they should change their allocation to include more “safe” investments, or if they should move completely to “safe” investments then move back into the...
by Kristine McKinley | Sep 24, 2008 | Featured Post, Investing, Personal Finance
Investing in the stock market is a lot like driving on a long road trip. At some point, you’re going to run into pot holes and rough patches. When that happens, you should definitely drive with more caution, but you have to keep on going if you want to reach your...
by Kristine McKinley | Jan 23, 2008 | Company News, Investing
As you read the headlines and hear the news, it’s almost impossible to avoid feeling a bit squeamish in today’s volatile market. You’re probably wondering what’s in store for 2008 after such a bumpy first few weeks. Unfortunately, it’s...
