Chart of the Day: Old Tech vs. New Tech

Today’s Chart of the Day from Bank of America is more of a “buyer beware” to those oversaturated in AI. It's important to understand the risks that other new technology experienced.

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Chart of the Day: 4,642 Chess Pieces

Today’s Chart of the Day is from a Wall Street Journal article titled “Where Have All the Good Stocks Gone?” and shows the amount of investment funds from 1996 to 2022.

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Key Considerations When Financing or Refinancing a Mixed Use Property

Mixed use properties are becoming increasingly popular, offering investors a versatile and strategic way to diversify their portfolios. These developments combine residential, commercial, and sometimes industrial spaces within a single property, creating vibrant, multi-functional environments that cater to a range of activities and lifestyles. As urban populations grow and the demand for integrated living and working spaces increases, the appeal of mixed use properties continues to soar.

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Chart of the Day: Price Changes

Today’s Chart of the Day from Mark Perry shows the price changes for various goods and services over the last 24 years, from January 2000 to June 2024.

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Tips for Securing a Commercial Real Estate Loan

Securing a commercial real estate loan can be a pivotal step in expanding your business, investing in property, or achieving various financial objectives. However, the process can often be complex and overwhelming. Here are seven tips to help you navigate and secure a commercial real estate loan effectively.

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Chart of the Day: 7, 11, 17 Years

Today’s Chart of the Day is based on calculations I did from discussions with a client. It is important to remember, there are only two ways to get your money back from an investment. The first is selling that investment to someone else and the second is receiving distributions in the form of dividends.

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Chart of the Day: More Professional, Less Individual

Today’s Chart of the Day from S&P Global shows the overall market share owned by individuals.

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Understanding SBA Loans and How They Compare to Conventional Loans

When it comes to financing a small business, navigating loan options can be overwhelming. Small Business Administration (SBA) loans and conventional loans are two of the most common choices.

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Chart of the Day: California's Downward Spiral vs. Florida's Rise

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Everything You Need to Know About Construction to Permanent Loans

Building your dream home is an exciting journey, but financing the construction can be a complex process. One financing option that simplifies this process is the construction to permanent loan. This type of loan covers the cost of construction and then converts to a permanent mortgage once the building is complete. Let's dive into the details of how this loan works, its benefits, and what you need to consider before opting for one.

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Chart of the Day: Only 42% of Stocks Outperform

Today’s Chart of the Day was prepared by @CharlieBilello on X using data from a groundbreaking paper in 2022 by Hendrick Bessembinder.

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Chart of the Day: 2% Created 90% of Returns

Today’s Chart of the Day is from @CharlieBilello from the Hendrick Bessembinder paper called “Shareholder Wealth Enhancement” published in 2023.

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Chart of the Day: Chart of the Doomsday

Today’s Chart of the Day from JP Morgan shared by @StevenKelly49 on X shows the results of popular economists who predicted “Doomsday” scenarios and the return of selling stock and buying bonds at their suggestion.

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Writing a Comprehensive Will: A Step-by-Step Guide

Creating a will is something one often procrastinates about, assuming there’s plenty of time to do so. It can be overwhelming to think about, and you may not know how to go about it, or how costly it could be.

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Chart of the Day: Why Gold is Money

Today’s Chart of the Day is a classic from Visual Capitalist outlining why “Gold is Money” and the other 117 elements are not.

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