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Tired of the superfluous investment news and black box strategies, we set out to find the best strategy for diversified index funds. After researching investment news letters and strategies, we found what we think is hands down the best strategy since it is simple to execute, avoids most bear market losses, and significantly beats a buy and hold investor over the full market cycle. Our goal is to help investors avoid expensive fees and commissions and unrecoverable investment mistakes. We enjoy sharing our research and if you read us you will learn why our motto is simply "Invest Smart".

  • Margin Call Waterfall

    I hope it does not happen, but its a reminder that the stock market is not a savings account nor is it FDIC insured.

  • TSP Charts

    Yes, there is a way to play gold in the TSP Mutual Fund window. It’s a diversifier and an insurance policy against stupidity. And there is a lot of stupidity going around.

  • TSP Quick Look: Exit Money

    Understanding the history of previous market cycles helps answer some of the questions. Understanding the extreme monetary policy of the last 15 years is critical. Understanding what the new administration is planning is surprising.