Skin in the Game
Charles B. Brown Portfolio Manager and Financial Advisor I recently finished reading Nassim Taleb’s newest book: “Skin In The Game: Hidden Asymmetries In Everyday Life“. The phrase “skin in the game” refers to having a personal stake in something (a…
Investing Trends – Commodities
If you follow the financial markets, you have most likely seen the “I” word recently – inflation. Although benign since 2008, inflation is on the “risk radar” of many asset managers heading into 2018. Some asset managers believe that higher…
Low Risk, Great Returns
Take a look at the following chart*, which was published in a book I am reading called “Adaptive Markets” by Andrew Lo. Based on the performance you see here, if you were to invest your entire life savings into one…
What’s Your Carry?
Most people are unfamiliar with the investing term “carry”. Carry is simply the cost or benefit of owning an asset. Bonds have a “positive carry” since they give you periodic coupon payments. All things being equal, bonds pay you to…
Lost Client, Lost Upside
Our firm recently lost a client. When we lose a client, which happens from time to time, we always reach out to that client to thank them for their business and ask why they left. This particular client had a…
The Worst Asset Class in 2017
Most people know that stock markets across the globe had a great year in 2017. Few people take the time to review what didn’t work in the past year. This chart from Deutsche Bank helps us visualize the returns (in…
2018 Stock Market Predictions
It’s that time of year again! No, not the holidays – stock market prediction time! The 2018 predictions are starting to roll in and the results look great: economists at some of the largest asset managers are expecting gains of…
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Planning, Problem Solving, Partnerships
At M. Brown & Associates, we simplify the complexities of your financial life. By leveraging our team’s diverse and objective perspective, investors gain a unique advantage in securing their financial future…
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M. Brown Completes Image Update with New Signage
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony M Brown & Associates and the Chamber of Commerce in Plainfield