Brock Williamson, CFP®
Focus on Truth
As we face increased uncertainty about our lives, work and the markets, it can be easy to become anxious and fearful. We may face more...
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Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Jun 30, 2020
- 3 min
Mid-Year Economic Recap and Investment Perspective.
During the Covid-19 outbreak, our family watched Back to the Future (parts 1 and 2) with our children while quarantined. I could not...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Jun 19, 2020
- 2 min
A Powerful Perspective
Every now and then the happenings of the market can teach us important lessons.
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Jun 4, 2020
- 0 min
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- May 29, 2020
- 2 min
Beware of the Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing
The Holy Grail in investing, if there was one, is an investment that provides equity-like returns without the discipline and stomach...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- May 19, 2020
- 2 min
It has been a crazy start to the year.
As you know, I never make predictions or projections. My belief with investing is that we stick to our plan and make minor adjustments...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- May 1, 2020
- 2 min
The Virtue of Optimism
The current pandemic breeds a lot of uncertainty and fear. The media actively participates spreading the fear. Headlines often accentuate...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Apr 6, 2020
- 2 min
Preserving Your Mental Health
The challenges we face today are unique and significant. The Coronavirus has unleashed uncertainty, economic pain and shelter-in-place...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Mar 24, 2020
- 3 min
Top 10 Financial Planning and Investment Opportunities To Consider Now!
1. Don’t Panic! Fear is not your friend--especially as an investor. Fear causes the worst decision making, including selling at low...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Mar 17, 2020
- 2 min
What is more contagious and dangerous than Coronavirus?
There is one thing more contagious and dangerous than the Coronavirus; that is fear. Not only does fear and anxiety weaken our immune...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Feb 26, 2020
- 0 min
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Feb 26, 2020
- 2 min
Investing: Simple, Yet Difficult
Warren Buffett said, “Investing is simple, but not easy.” Sounds like a contradiction, but in real life simplicity has little to do with...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Feb 1, 2020
- 2 min
The Coronavirus: A Healthy Perspective
We have our first surprise of the year: The Coronavirus. Just last month I wrote in my annual forecast that we will be surprised by...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Dec 20, 2019
- 1 min
Impeachment
A historical review of other Impeachments and market results. We can all learn from history.
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Dec 9, 2019
- 2 min
Achieving Success
Oftentimes we look at others’ success and see some circumstance that may have contributed to said success. While circumstances may make...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Nov 4, 2019
- 2 min
Practicing Gratitude
Tis the season of gratitude. Thanksgiving is perhaps one of the most underappreciated holidays, but most needed. Because Thanksgiving is...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Nov 4, 2019
- 1 min
Lunacy of the financial media.
Every now and then I am amazed at the lunacy of the financial media. Early in October, the media printed headlines telling us that we...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Aug 17, 2019
- 2 min
I'm Crying for You Argentina
Last week, the Argentine stock market, known as the S&P Merval Index, lost over 48% in dollar terms. We are not talking about a single...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Aug 17, 2019
- 2 min
3 Tips to Stay Calm When Markets Aren’t
Whenever markets move drastically and the media is promoting fear, it is best for investors to take a step back and ask themselves a few...
Brock Williamson, CFP®
- Aug 16, 2019
- 2 min
My Thoughts on the Yield Curve
Many are speculating about a potential recession because of an inverted yield curve. I am not so sure. Economic activity is strong,...
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