Bitcoin: Disruption or Hype
This week Thad Schlaud looks at Bitcoin's regression through progress, Facebook's continued crackdown on fake news, and Trump's charismatic effect on Wall Street. Check out what we're reading this week...
Date: November, 2016
Our Mission – Disrupting the Industry for Our Clients
In this week's blog, Nick Pagano looks at disruptors in different industries, the commonalities behind their success, and how Gainplan looks to use these keys in disrupting the financial services industry.
Trump and the Markets: Hope, Hype, and Uncertainty
This week Thad Schlaud looks at the Trump Administration’s potential fiscal policies, why the Dodd-Frank act is at risk of being repealed… and kept, and why Facebook is not a credible news source. Check out what we’re reading this week…
To Downsize or Not to Downsize
This week Nick Pagano not only looks at the tangible savings associated with downsizing in retirement, but also the hidden logistical costs attached to the potential move.
Categories:
Family,
Major Life Purchases
The BIC is SICK
We love blogging about the Fiduciary Standard here.. But look out! The Best Interest Contract Exemption is a little clause that could undue all of the good created by the new standard.
Categories:
Industry Ideas,
News
Post-Election Market Update and Strategy
Dave Martin talks about our investment strategy and market movement surrounding the election.
Categories:
News,
The Market
The 4 When’s of Retirement Success
Retirement is a complex, confusing event for many individuals. In this week's blog, Nick Pagano takes a look at the importance of timing in regards to the 4 big "when's" of retirement.
HackerRank, Hiring, and the Tech-Driven Future of Banking
This week, we saw articles on Wall Street hackers, FBI inspection phone apps, and a (different) Wells Fargo scandal.
Categories:
Industry Ideas,
News
The Importance of Investment Time Frames
Jeff discusses two important factors when looking at your finances, returns, and performance.
Categories:
Industry Ideas,
The Market