At a crossroads: which is better: to retire with zero debt or a million bucks?

Which is Better: Savings or No Debt?

I recently met with a new client who was preparing for retirement. During our meeting, they asked, “Which is better: to retire with a million dollars in the bank or to have no debt?” That’s a fair question, but also a complicated one. Many of you might be able to relate to this situation: your  Read more ➝

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Investments 101: Emerging Markets: Debt Still Rising

Emerging markets had a banner year in 2017.  The last six months has treated them less kindly. Can superior economic growth overcome rising debt in emerging markets? Emerging markets[1] have stumbled thus far in 2018 after enjoying solid appreciation in 2017. Stated economic growth in places like China and India remains well above that of  Read more ➝