What Is Driving Inflation, And What Can You Do About It?
Global stock and bond markets have been tested by inflation many times in the past, and these markets have historically demonstrated their resilience in providing returns higher than inflation over time.
Should You Use A Donor-Advised Fund?
To help you figure out the best way for you to donate to the organizations you care about, we provide this resource.
History Is Merely A Lot Of Surprises
I would suggest that hoping things get back to “normal” would be inconsistent with history, and that moving optimistically forward in spite of fear, uncertainty, and doubt has been rewarded in the past.
Phantom Stock Plans
Business owners are looking for compelling ways to attract and retain talent. One approach to achieve this goal is through implementing a phantom stock plan.
SJS Investment Services Welcomes Austin Grizzell!
We would like to welcome Austin Grizzell to the SJS Team in Scottsdale, Arizona! Austin serves as Associate Advisor.
Two Graduating High School Students Shadow SJS Investment Services
For two graduating high school Seniors who shadowed us recently, we asked each student to write a 2-3 paragraph summary of what they learned during the week.
What Makes A Great Investor?
In my opinion, investing is arguably the most competitive field in the world. So what differentiates a great investor from the rest?
Bitcoin & Cryptocurrencies: Do They Have A Place In Your Portfolio?
To help you better understand cryptocurrencies, we provide a short history, potential benefits, concerns, and how your portfolio can potentially benefit from cryptocurrencies.
Structured Notes - Caveat Emptor! Buyer Beware!
We summarize structured notes as well as detail concerns we believe investors should understand before investing one penny.
Scott Savage Recognized In The Forbes 2022 Ranking Of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
SJS Investment Services Founder & CEO Scott Savage has been recognized in the Forbes 2022 ranking of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors in Ohio, as part of a ranking of wealth advisors within the United States.
SJS Outlook: Q1 2022
SJS Q1 2022 Outlook including our insights on market corrections and market highs, the rise in interest rates, “The Fastest Company In The World”, and looking forward to Q2 2022.
Market Corrections & Market Highs
We believe that trying to time when to get in and out, or what to buy and sell, represents little more than gambling.
The Fed Poked The Bear
Rising interest rates are not always a bad thing. As interest rates move higher, the drop in value can be concerning, but in the longer-term, higher rates mean higher expected returns for investors, as bonds begin to produce more income.
Buy-Sell Agreements for Business Owners: Why You Should Have One
This article explores how a buy-sell agreement works, why we strongly recommend one for our business owner clients who share company ownership, and how we can help with implementation.
What Should You Do About Student Loans?
By understanding and preparing for the benefits as well as costs of higher education options, you can make better higher education decisions for your family for both now and the future.
What Should You Consider When Starting A Business?
To help you figure out what you need to do in order to start your business, we provide this resource.
Will Social Security Run Out Of Money?
With an aging population and less people paying into Social Security, it is natural to wonder whether Social Security will be around for the long-term. So what can be done?
The Certainty of Uncertainty - Your Investments During Geopolitical Events
On the conflict in Ukraine, how that may impact investment markets, and what you can control within your investment portfolio.
The Growth of Real Estate
As anyone who was looking to purchase or sell a home in 2021 knows, the US real estate market grew a lot in value in 2021. Will this continue?