Brock Williamson, CFP®
Calm Amid Crises
When markets and headlines become concerning, as they do just about every few months, remaining calm can be difficult – but is essential...
top of page
Search
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Nov 20
- 2 min
Increase Your Happiness by Expressing Gratitude
Tis the season of gratitude. Thanksgiving is perhaps one of the most underappreciated holidays, but most needed. Studies have shown that...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Oct 17
- 2 min
Magnifying the Present
It is human nature to focus more on the present than the future, which is in line with our basic instinct of survival. We focus on the...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Oct 17
- 2 min
Timely Economic Perspectives
Recently the Wall Street Journal ran with a headline about “Quadruple Threats”1 to the economy. Not to be outdone, on the same day,...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Sep 13
- 2 min
Timing the Market
Why is it that many investors feel the urge to time the stock market? Since 1950, stocks have been in a bull market 83% of the time –...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Sep 6
- 1 min
ABC’s of Successful Investing
As the kids go back to school, it is a good time to review the ABCs of successful investing. A – Adjust Your Expectations Expect that...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Jun 30
- 2 min
Recent Investment Advice from Warren Buffett
Investing may be simple in principle, but it isn’t easy in practice. Markets and economies are fraught with uncertainty, constantly...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Jun 30
- 2 min
What if You Got a Glimpse of the Market’s Future?
Let’s say your friend came back from the future and shared a glimpse of stock market performance. He said that 3 months from now the...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- May 5
- 2 min
The Eventual Recession
Since early last year economists, market experts, and even corporate CEOs were predicting a recession for this year. Most of them said it...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- May 5
- 2 min
A Dire Prediction
Last month a bold and concerning prediction showed up in popular social media feeds: “Sell Your Stocks and Move Your Money Before May...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Apr 12
- 2 min
Danger: Headlines Ahead
Mark Twain said, “Never let the truth get in the way of a good story.” It might be more applicable today if he said, “Never let the...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Apr 12
- 2 min
Acting Like an Investor
Many investors today unknowingly act like speculators. How do I know this? Because they are more concerned and influenced by short-term...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Mar 13
- 4 min
Banking Problems and Opportunities
Considering recent events, it seems appropriate to reiterate my advice on the topic of banking, cash management and having an adequate...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Mar 3
- 2 min
When Less Can Give You More
We are generally in the pursuit of more. More income, more recognition, more opportunities, more happiness etc... Because “more” often...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Feb 7
- 2 min
Climbing the Wall of Worry
Climbing the wall of worry is the tendency for markets to rise despite always have something to worry about. And 2023 is no exception....
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Nov 4, 2022
- 2 min
Pragmatic Perspectives
Year-to-date, the stock market is down 20-25%. Bonds are down 15% and the supposed inflation-fighting asset class of gold is down 10%....
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Sep 14, 2022
- 1 min
The Upside of Bear Markets
Bear markets, like large grizzly bears, are often associated with fear and running for safety. These feelings are often exacerbated by...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Sep 14, 2022
- 2 min
If Money Doesn’t Buy Happiness, What Does?
For centuries mankind has been searching for happiness. Regardless of culture, social status, or beliefs it seems that we are all...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Jul 21, 2022
- 2 min
Trusting Your Investment Decisions
Sometimes investing is easy, sometimes it is more difficult (like the start of 2022). The last decade, except for a handful of temporary...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Jul 21, 2022
- 3 min
2022 Mid-Year Review
It has been over 12 years since the market and economy have faced significant challenges. During this time, investors have benefitted...
bottom of page