Financial Poise

An Introduction to the World of Angel Investing

July 11, 2025
/ Investing • Investors • Personal Finance
/ By Stephen A. Bornstein

Tags: Alternative Investments, Angel Investing, Investing Strategy, Investors, Personal Finance/Investing,

Angel investors are wealthy individuals who invest in promising startups, but more than money, angel investing requires business savvy and good judgment.

Are Investors Still Happy With Private Equity Performance?

July 8, 2025
/ Investing • Investors
/ By Kristina Parren

Tags: Diversification, Investing Strategy, Investors, Personal Finance/Investing, Private Equity,

Private equity investor satisfaction has shifted in response to macroeconomic pressures and market volatility. Explore PE in 2025 and what’s driving expectations for future returns.

Show Me the Money! A Closer Look at Investing in Coins

June 23, 2025
/ Investing • Investors • Personal Finance
/ By Alicia Purdy

Tags: Alternative Assets, Investing Strategy, Investors, Personal Finance/Investing, Tangible Assets,

Building a collection of rare coins can be a fun way to diversify your investment portfolio particularly in a climate of economic uncertainty.

‘Risk-Adjusted Return’ in a Nutshell

June 18, 2025
/ Investing
/ By David M. Freedman

Tags: Alternative Investments, Diversification, Financial Analysis, Investing Strategy, Investors,

Are you getting rewarded for the risks you take in your investments? Learn how to measure risk-adjusted returns and make better portfolio decisions.

Facebook Is a Bad Investment Advisor

June 16, 2025
/ Commentary • Investing
/ By Jonathan Friedland

Tags: Accredited Investors, Alternative Investments, Investing Strategy,

Just as you should ignore cold calls from would-be advisors so, too, should you ignore Facebook posts promoting any particular investment, especially one from the company whose post it is.