6/13/2025 - By Pierce Broscious, CFP
Fathers play an important role in teaching us many things when we are children. For this Father’s Day, I’d like to share some of these lessons and how they can be applied in practical terms.
6/11/2025 - By Mark Hemby, CFA®, CFP®, Senior Financial Advisor
Estate planning ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes after death. A will is a common tool for this, but many individuals should also consider adding a revocable trust to their estate plan. Understanding the purposes, benefits, and limitations.
5/15/2025 - By Kaitlin Hendrix, CFA, Asset Allocation Research Director and Vice President, Jerry Liu, PhD, Trading Research Director and Vice President, Trey Roberts, Senior Associate, Research (Dimensional Fund Advisors)
The appeal of low expense ratios and broad diversification has contributed to the growth of index funds. Yet those appealing qualities can come at a cost. Index funds primarily seek to match the performance of an index. This objective may lead to constraints and implementation costs that are not reflected in the funds’ expense ratios.
5/8/2025 - By Dimensional Fund Advisors
Investing, like a roller coaster, has its ups and downs. One minute you’re climbing higher and the next a sudden decline makes your stomach drop. A few reminders can help investors to relax amid the turbulence.
5/2/2025 - By Nancy Patton
Our annual community bank event, BankChat 2025, in Nashville, brought together over 100 community bank risk professionals and subject matter experts to explore the latest industry challenges and opportunities. From navigating regulatory changes to embracing technology and innovation, this year's BankChat was a must-attend event!