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European debt crisis presents difficult challenges

Posted on October 6, 2011 by BH&J

The government debt situation in Europe has been the largest driver of market volatility over the past two months. Concern continues to grow that select European countries are close to defaulting on their loans. European banks may have catastrophic exposure … Continue reading →

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Bonds less incredible than you think

Posted on October 5, 2011 by BH&J

Here is Gary Brooks’s column from the October 5 Tacoma News Tribune.

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Stock performance often overcomes credit rating

Posted on August 25, 2011 by BH&J

The recent Standard & Poor’s downgrade of the United States credit rating probably drew more negative sentiment than it deserved considering that the reasons for the downgrade weren’t exactly a surprise. Dr. Bob Froehlich, Chief Investment Strategist at The Hartford, … Continue reading →

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How to Choose a Financial Advisor

Posted on December 18, 2009 by BH&J

Having choices creates competition and drives innovation making your life better in many ways. But when finances are the topic, growing choice leaves some people uncertain that they’ve made the right decision. As we created Brooks, Hughes & Jones we … Continue reading →

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