Ask The Financial Expert

Ask The Financial Expert


Latest Episodes

Are International Markets a Better Deal for Investors?
November 17, 2016

There has been a good amount of discussion on whether the U.S. market is overpriced and international markets will give investors better value. In this month’s discussion, Brent Schutte will share his viewpoint on both the U.S.

Are Election Years Good or Bad for Investors?
September 08, 2016

Election news and advertising is all around us. Both candidates are talking about what they’d do if elected; but will either impact the markets? In this month’s discussion, our experts share what past performance may tell us and what could happen based...

The Consequences of the Brexit on Your Finances
June 29, 2016

There has been a lot of news about the so called “Brexit” vote in the UK over the past several days. What does it mean for the economy and for your financial plan? We convened a panel of our financial experts to discuss how the Brexit could impact your...

Ask the Financial Expert: The Impact of Long-Term Low Interest Rates
June 23, 2016

There was a glimmer of hope for the markets that rates would be inching up when the Fed raised them in December. Since then, we’ve seen market volatility and a hold on rates. That has some investors asking what longer-term low interest rates mean to th...

Ask the Financial Expert: What Our Investment Experts Are Watching in the Second Half of 2016
May 31, 2016

We’re nearly at the mid-year point, and it’s hasn’t been without some excitement. We’ve seen a market dive in January, an oil price roller coaster and the Fed raising rates. So what’s in store for us in the second half of the year?

Ask the Financial Expert: Are Passive or Active Funds Better During Volatility?
April 07, 2016

With roller-coaster returns and market volatility, a common investor question is whether active or passive investment strategies are better. This month, our experts provide an overview of what passive and active investing is,

Ask the Financial Expert: What Are Negative Interest Rates, and How Do They Impact You?
February 29, 2016

Negative interest rates have found themselves in financial headlines lately, which may have you thinking, “What is a negative interest rate?” and “What does it mean to me?“ Don’t worry; our experts have you covered.

Ask the Financial Expert: The Real Reason Stocks Are Falling
February 05, 2016

It’s easy to be nervous and even panic when the markets have dropped as much as they did in January. However, the important thing to remember is not to overreact. This month, our experts discuss why you shouldn’t overreact and what to watch if you’re w...

Ask the Financial Expert: What the Fed Rate Hike Means to You in the New Year
December 22, 2015

The last time we saw the Fed raise rates was the same year Barry Bonds beat Babe Ruth’s home run record, 2006. It’s been something nearly every economist and investor has been planning for, so the news was expected.

Ask the Financial Expert: Do Terror Attacks Have a Long-Term Effect on Your Investments?
November 20, 2015

There’s no doubt the terrorist attacks in Paris have affected many people. Many are asking “Why?” and thinking about how to move forward. And beyond the personal considerations, investors may be wondering how the markets may react and what this means t...