If you’ve put off offering a retirement plan because of cost, the math has quietly changed. Federal tax credits now cover most — sometimes nearly all — of the cost of getting started. Who qualifies, and why now.
The Streak Illusion
An Irish Wolfhound Explains Recency Bias
CRSP and How They Changed the World
Are small value stocks in favor now or not? Does it matter?
A Summary of Mutual Funds & ETF Performance & Attributes
Stop Drop Report - How to recognize scams - imposters
Scammers are getting more savvy and increasingly personal. They may pose as investment professionals, leaders of trusted financial institutions, and even Schwab employees, all to gain your confidence and trust. With vigilance and a few tips on imposter tactics and techniques, you can recognize these fraudsters and steer clear of their traps.
Artificial Intelligence, Financial Planning, and the Next Economic Shift
Technology Has Always Changed the World
Over the decades — and centuries — transformative technologies have disrupted industries, displaced workers, and reshaped the global economy. Each time, the adjustment felt significant. And each time, humanity adapted. In fact, living standards improved and more people were employed.
Q3 2025 Market & Portfolio Results & Commentary
The Longer View on Stocks
Can You Predict Postelection Winners?
Markets quickly incorporate new expectations following election outcomes. Once the ballots are counted, stock prices reflect, in real time, investor expectations about things such as regulatory or tax policy changes. When these new expectations are baked into prices, we should not expect an election effect to persist.
About Mutual Funds/ETFs and Why We Use Dimensional
Vote with Your Ballot, Not Your Life Savings
When people feel uncertain, they may be tempted to make investment decisions based on how they think elections might unfold. But there’s nothing in the historical data that’s strong enough to warrant changing your investment allocation based on who you think might win. In fact, trying to time the market may lead to costly mistakes. Investors are generally better off looking beyond elections and maintaining a steady approach to markets.
