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Stocks vs. Bonds: Historical Returns, Risk, and the Case for Both

Darrow Wealth Management

The choice between stocks and bonds depends on their individual circumstances, such as risk tolerance, time horizon, and financial goals. While an investor’s timeline affects their risk tolerance and allocation decisions between stocks and bonds, it’s important to remember how long a retirement time horizon can truly be.

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (April 19–20)

Nerd's Eye View

Also in industry news this week: According to a recent survey, 40% of financial advisory clients would switch to an advisor who offers estate planning services, with help with specific tasks like beneficiary designations or tax strategies as the most sought-after service among respondents RIA M&A activity set a first-quarter record to start the (..)

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (May 31–June 1)

Nerd's Eye View

Also in industry news this week: In the continued absence of formal SEC guidance on advisory firm use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), many firms are taking a curious, but cautious, approach toward adopting AI-powered tools A recent report identifies the growing total wealth controlled by women in the U.S.

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Top Performing High-Risk Funds That Delivered High Returns in 2025 – Are They in Your Portfolio?

Trade Brains

Synopsis- The high-risk and high-return funds can provide investors with exponential growth. The article exposes the best-performing small-cap, mid-cap, and thematic funds in 2025 with their performance measures, plus the importance of a long investment horizon and risk knowledge. Crores NAV (as of July 14, 2025): ₹215.02

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Waterfall Wealth Management: A Strategic Approach

Yardley Wealth Management

In this article, we’ll break down the concept of waterfall wealth distribution, its benefits, and how it compares to traditional investment strategies. Waterfall Wealth vs. Traditional Investment Strategies Traditional investment strategies focus on diversification, risk tolerance, and asset allocation across stocks, bonds, and real estate.

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Can You Live Off Dividends In Retirement?

Darrow Wealth Management

Before making any investment decisions, consider all the factors as well as your personal risk tolerance and retirement income needs. This article should not be misinterpreted as personalized advice or a recommendation for any specific investment product, strategy, or financial decision. versus 1.1% for US bonds (AGG).

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The Complete Guide to Transitioning Clients From One Financial Advisor to Another Advisor

Steve Sanduski

In this article, well explore a step-by-step process to help you systematize client transitions, leveraging insights from experienced coaches Steve Sanduski and Amy Koenig. You can expect the same disciplined, thoughtful approach to your portfolio management, aligned with your goals and risk tolerance.