Monthly Market Report: September 2021

Monthly Market Report: September 2021

Rising Interest Rates a Headwind for Markets  Prepared by Brandon Yee, CFA, CAIA, and Thomas Connelly, CFA DEVELOPED MARKETS U.S. Market Drops In the month of September, international developed stock markets returned -2.87%. Japan and Canada recorded returns of 2.75%...
Should I consider refinancing my mortgage?

Should I consider refinancing my mortgage?

DOWNLOAD PDF ​This downloadable PDF flowchart can help you analyze your situation We’ve seen many unprecedented events since the pandemic first hit, including mortgage refinances reach record highs, and rates reach record lows. It seemed everyone and their dog was...
What should I consider before buying a house?

What should I consider before buying a house?

DOWNLOAD This downloadable PDF flowchart can help you analyze the financial aspects Buying a home is often the first step people take toward building long-term wealth, so it’s important to understand the financial aspects of homeownership before taking the plunge....
What is Cryptocurrency, Parts 1 and 2

What is Cryptocurrency, Parts 1 and 2

What is cryptocurrency? How is it used as a form of money? Is it a good investment? In this Q&A, Tom Connelly, CFA®, CFP®, chief investment officer at Versant Capital Management, breaks down complex digital currencies with financial advisor Matt Miller, CFP®. They...
What Can You do Today to Save for Your Child’s College?

What Can You do Today to Save for Your Child’s College?

By Sean Campbell, CFP®, CDC® Getting a college degree is a goal for many US families and provides numerous benefits for the student, but college is expensive. According to the College Board’s College Cost Calculator, a child born in 2021 may need more than $222,000 to...