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As we face the COVID-19 pandemic, the fear throughout the world is palpable. Many investors are asking themselves the question – What if I lost my investments? In this blog post, Cal Brown addresses the question head-on.  In my 2011 book, When Life Strikes, Section three contained two chapters on the question, “What if I lost my […]

Investors have been forced to deal with higher levels of volatility across stocks, bonds, and alternatives since mid-February as markets attempt to price in the risk of the Coronavirus and an oil price war between Saudi Arabia and Russia. Savant’s Investment Research team is digging into the details with charts to provide perspective around coronavirus […]

The IRS has announced an extension for filing 2019 tax returns. This update from Chris Plagge, Savant’s Director of Tax and Business Services, explains why you might not want to wait. With everything currently happening worldwide regarding the spread of COVID-19, filing your taxes may not be on the front of your mind. The IRS […]

During this time of many unknowns, we’re very aware of today’s anxious and uncertain environment. Savant CEO Brent Brodeski discusses his hopeful outlook for the future in this video. Times like these test our mettle and provide fertile ground for talented leaders to emerge. Embodying competent leadership within our families, communities, and organizations is the […]

All of Savant’s physical locations will be closed through April 7 or until the “all-clear” is issued on the COVID-19 pandemic. In the meantime, we have become a remote workplace. Your Savant team, supported by robust and secure technology, continues to stand at the ready to serve your needs. On Friday afternoon Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker […]

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In these uncertain times, markets have dropped at record-breaking speed. What is an investor to do? Building and sticking to a plan may sound trite, but it’s a solid strategy that is backed by historical data. Market events of the past five weeks have left many feeling stunned and confused. Markets have dropped faster than […]

Now that we’re in a bear market, many investors are wondering how it will impact their portfolios. Phil Huber, Savant Capital’s chief investment officer and Gina Beall, manager of investment research discuss the effects of COVID-19 and outline the four most likely areas of potential impact. The bear market has officially begun, with levels of […]

A sharp market decline can be terrifying, especially if you’re approaching or in retirement. But even a bear market can present opportunities for investors. Here are 10 possibilities. “Panic is not an investment strategy,” says Liz Ann Sonders, Chief Investment Strategist, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. A falling stock market can be terrifying, especially if you […]

We are taking steps to make sure we can continue to serve you and maintain the health and safety of our clients and our team members as our nation deals with the COVID-19 pandemic. Health & Safety As the virus continues to spread we will continue to follow the recommended best practices from the Centers […]

Here are answers to some of your COVID-19 questions, provided by Brian J. Knabe, MD, CFP®, CMP®, one of our financial advisors in Savant’s Rockford office, who is also a practicing physician. The past two months have been especially difficult and stressful. Between the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) and the decline in the markets, many […]

With investment markets in full panic mode as a result of the World Health Organization declaring the COVID-19 virus to be a global pandemic, traders on Wall Street are selling at virtually any price, which has caused the markets to drop into bear market territory. The long bull run that started in March 2009 and […]