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Banks, dollars, and confidence
I have fielded a large number of questions and concerns over the recent “banking crisis” in the United States and thought it prudent to...
Kevin Force
Mar 31, 20232 min read


Transition to Charles Schwab
The purpose of this post is to make you aware of some impending changes in the way we do business. As you may or may not already know,...
Kevin Force
Mar 1, 20232 min read


Index funds are gloriously boring
Last year, the market endured its worst performance since 2008, yet companies like Exxon, Merck, and Northrop Grumman all posted returns...
Kevin Force
Feb 1, 20233 min read


Using RightCapital to review your budget
For many, the new year represents a fresh start, fraught with resolutions and promises. If you’re not already engaging in the practice...
Kevin Force
Jan 1, 20233 min read


Holiday on a budget
The holidays can be a stressful time when it comes to budgeting. It seems that December comes with a tidal wave of expenses and...
Kevin Force
Dec 1, 20223 min read


Do I need a trust?
Do I need a trust? This is a question which surfaces frequently in my discussions, and the answer is a big, solid, definite “maybe”. As...
Kevin Force
Oct 31, 20223 min read


Extremism
America has an extremism problem. I’m not talking about the religious extremism that attempts to inflict terror upon the world, although...
Kevin Force
Oct 1, 20222 min read


High risk, high reward
Explaining risk is one of the most curious conversations I have on a regular basis. From an investment standpoint, our brains are...
Kevin Force
Sep 1, 20223 min read


The guerrilla approach to college education
If you’ve never heard the term before, the basic concept behind guerrilla warfare is the adoption of tactics that enhance the efficacy of...
Kevin Force
Jul 31, 20224 min read


Leaving TD Ameritrade for Schwab
It hasn’t exactly been mainstream news, but TD Ameritrade and Charles Schwab agreed to merge in late 2020. In that time, it has had no...
Kevin Force
Jul 1, 20222 min read


Commencement Address to the Class of 2022
I was honored and privileged to be asked to deliver the commencement address to a small group of homeschoolers of the Class of 2022,...
Kevin Force
Jun 1, 20226 min read


When to diversify, when to concentrate
We are frequently told not to “put all of our eggs in one basket.” At the same time, we are encouraged to “bet on ourselves.” These are...
Kevin Force
Apr 30, 20222 min read


Budgeting for high inflation
Inflation is such a hot topic these days. Regardless of the items we buy, everybody can relate to the fact that their paycheck doesn’t...
Kevin Force
Apr 1, 20222 min read


War breeds innovation
In the latest example of man’s nonstop lust for blood and power, the world has fixed its eyes upon Ukraine. Despite living in a very...
Kevin Force
Mar 1, 20222 min read


Understanding inflation
The news media keeps reporting that inflation is at 7.5%. What exactly does that mean? Well, it really depends upon who's saying it. ...
Kevin Force
Feb 1, 20222 min read


The science behind changing your outgoing voicemail message daily
There is plenty of evidence to confirm the effectiveness of a well-crafted outgoing voicemail message. A strong greeting recorded in...
Kevin Force
Jan 1, 20223 min read


Budgeting 101
I believe that too many people think that a budget is a control item and therefore they avoid it. If done properly, budgeting is a plan...
Kevin Force
Dec 1, 20213 min read


How to choose a health insurance plan
Whether your employer offers multiple health insurance plans, or your spouse gains coverage, or you are simply choosing between options...
Kevin Force
Oct 31, 20215 min read


Understanding the autonomy economy
As we exit the commercial shackles of the pandemic, the idea of the “autonomy economy” seems to be the new norm. This concept has been...
Kevin Force
Sep 30, 20212 min read


Rethinking long term care
As you construct your financial plan for the future, give a worthwhile revisit to your long term care plan. As the supply-and-demand...
Kevin Force
Aug 31, 20213 min read
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