In this episode of Matt’s Minutes, Matt discusses why diversification is key to managing your portfolio year after year. While we don’t have a crystal ball to predict which sectors or markets will perform the best, diversification gives us the next best thing: a strategy that balances risk and potential across various investments. Watch as Matt explains how spreading your investments across different sectors can help you weather market uncertainty and increase your chances for success in the long run.
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The Year of the Unicorn
In this week’s episode of Matt’s Minutes, we dive into why 2022 was the year of the unicorn—a year filled with rare and unprecedented market movements and interest rate hikes. Matt breaks down what made 2022 so unique and discusses how these factors could shape 2023. Click the video above to hear his insights and what investors should consider moving forward!
2023 Retirement Contribution Updates
Every so often the IRS updates the amount you are eligible to contribute into your retirement plans such as your 401(k) through your employer or your IRA & Roth IRAs. If you’re already retired this video does not apply to you. See highlights of the changes discussed in this video & highlighted below.
Where The Market Goes After It Hits The Bottom
In today’s video, we explore where the market goes AFTER it hits the bottom. As promised, we take a look at a visual showing the market’s returns one year after a major decline.
The takeaway? In the long run, patient investors who stay in the market are often rewarded.
Watch the video to understand how the market has historically rebounded after tough times and why staying the course can benefit you.
What If I suggested We Get Out of The Market?
In this episode of Matt’s Minutes, I’m posing a hypothetical question: What if I suggested we get out of the market? While selling out may offer short-term relief, it could lead to long-term regret.
In this video, I’ll walk you through the rationale behind why stepping away from the market during downturns is a scenario worth carefully considering. Learn why sticking to a disciplined strategy can often be the key to success during volatile times.
Watch now to gain valuable perspective on navigating market downturns!
Unscientific Science
In this video, Matt explores a surprising pattern regarding the bottom of the market. He dives into the ‘unscientific science’ behind client calls and market timing, revealing how the most concerned calls and emails tend to peak when the market is actually bottoming out.
While this isn’t a prediction, Matt shares insights on how recent calls and emails have reached an all-time high, making it an interesting moment to reflect on where the market might go from here.
Watch the video to learn more about how market sentiment often shifts at the most unexpected times.