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Home » Authors » Roger S. Balser

Articles by Roger S. Balser

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The Hedgehog and the Fox

A fable that can help with your investment strategies.
April 1, 2018
Roger S. Balser
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Forget “bulls” and “bears,” “hedgehogs” and “foxes” can help investors even more.
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S&P 500
Investments

It’s A Number’s Game

This is when being in the top percentile doesn’t pay.
January 4, 2018
Roger S. Balser
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Does your money manager know the difference between the S&P 500 and the S&P 500?
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Market Indicators
Investment Strategies

The Indicators

Knowing the market and how to read it involves more than just a switch.
December 4, 2017
Roger S. Balser
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There are different factors that play into understanding the market. Here's a quick how-to.
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Finances
Investment Strategies

Financial Advisor or Double Agent? You Decide

If you’re not reading up on your financial advisor, you could be in trouble.
August 7, 2017
Roger S. Balser
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This can be risky business, but it's better to be safe than sorry.
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Frog
Investment Strategies

Boiling the Frog

This story reminds me of today’s investors, including individuals with IRAs, 401(k)s and other retirement accounts. 
March 9, 2017
Roger S. Balser
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We’ve all heard the old fable about the “Boiling Frog.”  In the story a frog is placed in a large...
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Stockmarket
Investment Strategies

Get Into Position For a Market Hit

There are tools that provide clear indicators of market trends so you can make informed decisions to buy or sell.
January 10, 2017
Roger S. Balser
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Imagine a scenario where the market drops 20 percent this year. Sounds drastic, but in fact it did just that...
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Stock Exchange
Investment Strategies

The Benefits of Exchange Traded Funds

November 8, 2016
Roger S. Balser
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I am of the belief that Exchange Traded Funds, commonly called “ETFs” are one of the most innovative financial instruments...
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401K
Investment Strategies

Are you Properly Managing your 401(k)?

A ‘self-directed’ 401(k) or ‘self-directed brokerage account’ allows participants to work with an investment advisor to finally receive the advice and guidance they needed (and deserved) to preserve and plan for their retirement.
October 11, 2016
Roger S. Balser
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The 401(k) savings tool has come a long way since its inception, offering more options and versatility than ever before....
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Buy or Sell
Investment Strategies

Long-Term Indicators Can Provide Buy or Sell Signals

There are several charts that I regularly monitor just to gauge the temperature of the market.
September 7, 2016
Roger S. Balser
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Since the late 1990s, we’ve  been using a “point-and-figure” charting method at Balser Wealth Management, LLC with very good success....
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Up and Down Stock Market
Investment Strategies

When the Market Plays ‘Chutes and Ladders’ Up the Stairs, Down the Elevator

There is an old saying on Wall Street that the market climbs up the stairs, but comes down on the elevator. 
July 11, 2016
Roger S. Balser
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One of the most frequent questions I’m asked in the course of my business is, “Why does the market behave...
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