Returns for stocks come in two forms, dividends and price appreciation. Across the S&P 500, the dividend yield currently sits at about...

Ray Dalio popularized the concept of the "All Weather Portfolio," an asset allocation strategy that is diversified enough to perform...

It's well known that giving money to charity is a great way to reduce your taxable income, as well as support charitable organizations....

The business begins where the profits (or opportunities for profit) begin. Everything else is just a collection of commodity assets....

Happy Fourth of July! I hope you have a great weekend and enjoy the following links. How to Stop Overthinking by Pia Callesen:...

This post is my notes and reflections on Peter Thiel's talk, "Competition is for Losers." I think this is possibly the most impactful...

I have just two recommendations for you in this month's newsletter. I think what I most enjoy sharing is something that empowers a...

Hope you're enjoying the warmer weather, and a return to normal life in the near future. This month, my recommendations are: Clockwork:...

This month, I recommend you check out Tim Ferriss's interview with Hugh Jackman. Besides playing Wolverine, Hugh Jackman has had an...

The best thing I found this month was this lecture by Clayton Christensen at Google. Christensen is known for his work on why large,...

Your book recommendation this month is Never Split the Difference, by Chris Voss. Voss is a former FBI hostage negotiator. He shares his...

You are probably here because you are looking for a financial advisor. Like many people, you may not quite know where to start, or even...

Happy New Year! Hopefully you've taken some time to relax, reflect, and rest up over these last couple weeks. If not, I encourage you to...

Happy December! I hope that you are doing well, and are making the most of this year and the many opportunities it has provided for...

If you're a business owner, I think you'll find this interview with Rahul Vohra really thought-provoking, especially his "product-market...

I have just two recommendations for you this month, but they're quality. At this point in your life, you probably have seen some evidence...

This month's recommendations are a bit lighter, suitable for enjoying on a walk or road trip while you savor the final days of summer. In...

Why We Sleep, How to Speak, and Cracking the Vitality Code I'm writing this post because this month I have three things that I'm really...

1. Net Worth Statement/Personal Balance Sheet a) Current assets b) Long term assets c) Debt 2. Cash Flow Summary a) Inflows b) Savings c)...

[Disclosure: Nicholas and several of his clients own shares of Berkshire Hathaway]. Due to the $130B of cash on Berkshire Hathaway’s...