Will My Social Security Benefits Be Reduced?

What the crisis of the early 1980s may teach us about today’s projected shortfall. Imagine it is 1982. You are 62 years old and have spent years working, saving, and paying into Social Security. Despite years of high inflation and a struggling economy,...

Are Stocks Overvalued?

Forward stock price-to-earnings ratios are above historical averages – but what does this mean for long-term investors? Following three consecutive years of double-digit market gains, the S&P 500 continues to reach new highs in early 2026, delivering 11.3% to...
Private Equity Investments and 401(k) Plans

Private Equity Investments and 401(k) Plans

“I Will Track You Down and Pull Out Your Beard Hairs One by One” I received the following email from a long-standing client regarding President Trump’s executive order allowing alternative investments such as private equity and crypto assets in 401k plans. Montgomery:...
Maintaining Control

Maintaining Control

2025 has kicked off with higher investor uncertainty. A couple of key points to prepare. Annually, we update our History Revisited blog, highlighting economic and financial market events that put pressure on investor discipline despite having temporary and minimal...