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Why Managing Volatility Matters

Why Managing Volatility Matters

Most investors think about returns first. But what gets less attention, and probably deserves more, is volatility. Risk adjusted returns matter more. Being comfortable with portfoiio swings is the key to investment success.

June 2025 MyPlanIQ Portfolio Update

June 2025 MyPlanIQ Portfolio Update

In this issue:

  • MyPlanIQ Composite Allocation Indicator & Applications
  • Fund Analysis: Factor Funds  & Healthcare Industry Trend
  • Economic & Market Indicators
  • Model Portfolios
  • Funds to Watch
  • Market Overview
May 2025 MyPlanIQ Portfolio Update

May 2025 MyPlanIQ Portfolio Update

In this issue:

  • Major Asset Trends Review: International Stocks Shined and TIPS Disappointed
  • Fund Analysis: All Weather Fund ALLW and CLO ETF JBBB Follow up
  • Economic & Market Indicators
  • Model Portfolios
  • Funds to Watch
  • Market Overview
Lazy Portfolios in Different Market Conditions

Lazy Portfolios in Different Market Conditions

Understanding how lazy portfolios perform under different circumstances and concepts like maximum drawdown , rolling returns , and asset allocatio can help you navigate through various market cycles.

Tax-Efficient Lazy Portfolios

Tax-Efficient Lazy Portfolios

Lazy portfolio tax strategy can help to enhance after-tax returns for taxable investment accounts. While tax-deferred accounts like IRAs or 401(k)s eliminate immediate tax concerns, taxable accounts require careful consideration of tax efficiency to maximize long-term wealth accumulation.

Lazy Portfolios for Retirement Investing

Lazy Portfolios for Retirement Investing

For retirement investors, lazy portfolios can serve as a good tool for their IRAs, 401(k) and taxable investment accounts. This article discusses how to utilize lazy portfolios for these retirement investing accounts.

How to Implement a Lazy Portfolio

How to Implement a Lazy Portfolio

Implementing a lazy portfolio doesn’t require advanced knowledge or constant attention. Whether you choose mutual funds or ETFs, rebalance annually or less frequently, or tweak allocations based on changing needs, the principles remain the same: keep costs low, stay diversified, and let time work in your favor.

What Are Lazy Portfolios?

What Are Lazy Portfolios?

Investing can be intimidating. It’s a complex and time-consuming endeavor. This is especially true for beginners. , Lazy portfolios offer an appealing solution for this group of people. A lazy portfolio is a straightforward investment strategy designed to require minimal effort and oversight while aiming to deliver solid long-term returns.

April 2025 MyPlanIQ Portfolio Update

April 2025 MyPlanIQ Portfolio Update

In this issue:

  • 1970s Redux: Why the Smithsonian Era Feels Strangely Familiar in 2025
  • Fund Analysis: All Weather ETF ALLW
  • Economic & Market Indicators
  • Model Portfolios
  • Funds to Watch
  • Market Overview
Maximize Your Cash Returns

Maximize Your Cash Returns

In this issue:

  • Latest in Retirement Savings & Personal Finance: Inflation Pressure and 401(k) as Rainy-Day Fund
  • Maximize Your Cash Returns
  • Good Funds: Capital Group ETFs
  • Market Overview
March 2025 MyPlanIQ Portfolio Update

March 2025 MyPlanIQ Portfolio Update

In this issue:

  • Growth vs. Value: Late Stage and Early Stage of a Bull Market
  • Fund Analysis: CLO Bond Funds
  • Economic & Market Indicators
  • Model Portfolios
  • Funds to Watch
  • Market Overview
Roth IRA for Kids? SEP IRA for Rental Income?

Roth IRA for Kids? SEP IRA for Rental Income?

In this issue:

  • News & Tips You Can Use: 5 Tax Tips For Tax Filing Season
  • 6 Ways to Cope in Your Retirement Savings & Spending Under the Current DOGE, Tariff Regime 
  • Backdoor Roth IRA Pro-Rata Conversion Calculator
  • Market Overview