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Why Real Estate Is Still America’s Favorite Investment
Every year, Gallup surveys Americans about what they believe is the best long-term investment. For more than a decade, one
October 20, 2024
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The Power of Compounding in Equity Investments
At Finomenon Investments, we emphasize the importance of long-term Investing when investing in equities. This approach emphasizes the power of
October 10, 2024
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Position Sizing: A Useful Framework When Allocating Capital
Good investing is all about assigning probabilities to various scenarios and assessing the odds. Position sizing plays a pivotal role
October 8, 2024
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Washington State’s Retirement: DCP, PERS 2, and PERS 3
We recently worked on a case where a Client had her retirement contributions in each of the above Washington state’s
October 5, 2024
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The Sequence of Returns: Why It Matters More During Retirement?
When planning for retirement, many focus on chasing high returns, hoping their investments grow quickly and consistently. However, one often-overlooked
October 1, 2024
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Roth IRA Conversions: A Strategic Tool for High-Income Earners
Maximizing Retirement Wealth with Roth IRA Conversions High-income earners often encounter challenges when planning for retirement, especially due to Roth
September 22, 2024
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Smart Investing for Women
At Finomenon Investments, we understand that women have unique financial needs and opportunities. After all, we have learned by working
September 19, 2024
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Introducing Finomenon Investments, A Fee Only Advisor
“Be stubborn with your vision but flexible with the details.” – Jeff Bezos When I moved to the U.S. seven
September 15, 2024
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Finomenon Client Experience: Presenting Schwab Alliance
At Finomenon Investments, we believe that staying informed is key to successful financial management. To provide our clients with the
September 12, 2024
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Sleep Adjusted Return – The Ultimate Investing Metric
In the world of investing, people often chase the highest returns, the next big trend, or the newest financial product.
September 11, 2024
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Investment Tax Planning with Client CPAs
We believe that effective financial management requires a holistic approach, especially when it comes to taxes. At Finomenon Investments, we
September 6, 2024
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An Investment Framework For Stock Selection
At Finomenon Investments, we believe in a disciplined approach to investing, that prioritizes quality, patience, and risk management. Drawing inspiration
September 5, 2024
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Are Trusts Just Meant for the Wealthy?
Trusts: Not Just for the Wealthy – Why Everyone Should Consider One When you hear the word “trust,” what comes
September 3, 2024
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How do you respond to Volatility? By Staying the Course
The S&P 500’s historical performance, as shown in the chart, serves as a powerful reminder that market downturns are often
September 1, 2024
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Happy Birthday Warren Buffett: The Long Game in Investing
At Finomenon Investments, we follow the investment philosophy of Warren Buffett, one of the most successful investors in history. His
August 30, 2024
Shabrish Menon
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Shabrish Menon loves finance and capital markets and shares deep insights that help clients make better and more informed decisions. Shabrish has built a reputation for delivering tailored financial advise that align with clients’ unique goals and risk profiles.
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