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This is a list of recent articles that have appeared in our publication.  

Economic Evolution.
The relationship between government, people, and business.
Market Seasons Investment Process
Learn our basic process for investing.
Your Own Personal Investment Research Department
A practical introduction to technical analysis.
Investing Steps for Your Retirement Plan Options
This is a fairly comprehensive description of the strategies used to manage investments with an objective of retirement.
Minimize your Losses
This article, written by Doug Smith provides information on how to limit losses in the market and preserve profit.
Asset Allocation Strategies
Here is a list of asset allocation strategies for different types of markets.  We discuss the importance of asset allocation as well as diversification.
The Market Cycle
This article discusses the cyclical nature of the economy.  It is important to understand this concept before determining when to invest in the market. 
The Rule of 72
Compounding interest in combination with the market cycle can help you double your money faster than you might think.
The Investor
Human psychology may have an impact on financial decisions.
The Investment
Look for the details that make your investmet stand out among others.
The Investing Environment
It is important to be aware of factors that influence the entire market.
Understanding P/E Ratios
The concept of a P/E ratio is easier to understand if they are compared to interest rates.
Long Term Influences
Long Term Influences such as greed and fear can have a lasting effect on investor psychology and can influence supply and demand.
Standard Deviation in Mutual Funds
Simple statistical analysis can help you judge the potential of a fund.
Understanding the Stock Market
It is important to understand return on investments from a historical perspective.
Compounding Interest Calculator
See an interactive example of how compounding interest can make a big difference in your financial plan.