Expert Insights: Can Risk be Easily Quantified?

Wall Street has brought forth various ways to give the appearance that the future action of the market is somehow rational or predictable.  The Efficient Market Theory (EMT), Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), Value at Risk (VaR) are such examples.  They sound very knowing and lend an air of expertise to markets and investing.  They […]

What do Cap Rates tell you about a real estate investment property?

You can discover a property’s cap rate in a single simple formula. Upside Avenue CIO Todd Marney shares what a Cap Rate is, how it can help you make smart investment decisions, and helps you understand the different cap rates for different types of real estate.   By B. Todd Marney If you’re new to […]

Why you should diversify your portfolio

Stock market volatility can put a lot of investors on edge. Learn why diversification can help you hedge against the inherent exposure to risk you get with traditional investing. Diversification is the safest hedge against increasing volatility in the stock market. Even when the stock market is performing strong, diversifying your portfolio across various types […]