The Copernicus has essentially operated as a passive portfolio. Save and invest in broad market equity ETFs has been the philosophy up to this point. With an overvalued stock market what is the next move? I plan to swap SCHD with VYM and … [Read More...]
Andrea Bocelli: Romanza – CD Recommendation for Week
As I recall, Romanza featuring Andrea Bocelli was a gift. I'm a bit surprised I did not recommend this CD before as it has long been a favorite. One of my favorite selections is Rapsodia, but there are other five star songs found … [Read more]
Northern Lights: Sissel
Northern Lights, featuring Sissel, is my CD recommendation for the week. One of my favorite cuts has Sissel singing "Quando Sento Che Mi Ami" with Jose Carreras. This not the only song I rate as five star on this beautiful recording. Sissel is one … [Read more]
Asset Allocation Is Not Responsible For 90% of Portfolio Returns
One of the more misunderstood results to come out of the Brinson et al papers is the statement that 90% of a portfolio returns is a result of asset allocation. This paper by Mitch Tuchman gets it wrong. Check the first paragraph under Reducing … [Read more]
Katherine Jenkins: “La Diva” is CD Recommendation for Week
Katherine Jenkins, "La Diva" is my CD recommendation for the week. If the cost is a little steep, then go to Pandora and set up a Katherine Jenkins station. Pandora does not allow one to listen to specific songs, but you will find music that is … [Read more]
William Bernstein Recommends Saving More and Spending Less
William J. Bernstein, in a recent interview, projects modest market gains (2% net expenses) over next two decades. That does not bode well for the 45 to 55 age generation. Here is a quote from the Bernstein interview. "The way you’re going to get … [Read more]
Expectancy
I have mentioned the concept of “expectancy” a number of times on this site and a Platinum Member recently asked me for a reference to a post on the subject. The references are somewhere in the comments sections of various posts so I thought it might … [Read more]
Respighi: Ancient Airs and Dances
There are several CDs featuring Respighi's Ancient Airs and Dances, so take time to look over the choices. The link is the particular recording I have and I highly recommend it. Some of the CD recordings are somewhat rare and command a high price … [Read more]
Orpheus Chamber Orchestra Featuring Albinoni, Purcell, Bach, Corelli, Handel and Vivaldi
Are you looking for an album filled with five star recordings? Then look no further than this fine CD by the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra. Here is one review I pulled from an Amazon listener. "I have found that the performance style of the Orpheus … [Read more]
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