Is it Biblical to Bring Increase to Wealth?
by Ron Bare The idea of increasing wealth can feel uncomfortable or even taboo in many Christian circles – often raising questions about intent, motive, and faith. While conversations about this topic can feel challenging, I invite you to join me in exploring a new perspective today, one that’s deeply rooted in Scripture. In Matthew […]
Planning for Uncertainty
by Ron Bare Early in my career I remember hearing that it is wise to plan for the “Certainty of Uncertainty”. As a financial advisor, this really resonated with me. Reflecting on that phrase now, after 30 years of experience, including various times of uncertainty, I firmly believe in the truth of that wisdom. When […]
Staying the Course During Market Volatility
by Ron Bare Along with most Americans, we’ve been watching closely as President Donald Trump declared April 2nd to be “Liberation Day” and implemented broader tariffs than anticipated by economic watchdogs and television pundits. These tariffs, which include a 10% duty on all imports to the U.S. and meaningfully higher rates for some countries in […]
How Investing Can Help Change the World
by Ron Bare When did you decide you wanted to change the world? In 2009, at my first Kingdom Advisors conference, I realized for the first time that I was being called to be a “pastor of finance.” The Bible is full of so much truth about money – over 2,300 verses in fact! As […]
A NEW Investment Perspective
by Ron Bare Beginning to see something with a new perspective changes everything. Many years ago, when you first saw your now-spouse as more than just a friend, it changed everything, didn’t it? When you began to see your job as a calling, it changed everything, didn’t it? And when you started to see your […]
My Top 20 Investing Principles
by Ron Bare What could your future look like if you invested well? How could you bless your families, coworkers, or community? Over the years, I have gathered 20 principles that guide our investment strategy, and I’d love to share them with you! These principles can’t promise a life of perfection and wealth. But they […]
Nothing New Under the Sun
by Ron Bare Perhaps the most common mistake made when making investment decisions is making ANY investment decision outside the context of a written financial plan based on your goals and values. That is why Bare Wealth Advisors does not create investment portfolios for our clients without a plan. Without a plan we are left […]
Intentional Contentment
by Tina Petersheim Cancelled plans. High school proms, college graduations, weddings, baby showers, birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, sporting events, vacations. The pandemic changed a lot of plans over the last couple of years as important milestones looked different. It would be easy to complain about all that was missed but what if we changed our […]
Is This Time Different?
The Equity (Stock) market by most gauges is now down well over 20% and has entered a bear market. We understand that times like this can be difficult as an investor, and we are here to help you make wise financial and investment decisions. Because we care about you and your financial plan, we want […]
Market Update May 2022
by Ron Bare With recent market volatility we know concerns can sometimes arise. We hope this video blog by Ron helps to alleviate any of your concerns and offers you peace of mind. As always, we are here should you like to speak directly with us. Please feel free to reach out to your advisor […]