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Why We Challenge the Status Quo

More than eight years since founding Chatfield, we are fiercely proud of the way we advise our clients and welcome debate on the virtues of our approach. The bad news…

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The Big Bang Theory TV show and investing

The article below is produced by Dimensional Fund Advisors, of whom we are strong advocates, and quickly captures in layman’s terms our philosophy of investing:   Dave Goetsch, Executive Producer…

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How your mind plays tricks on you

This is a brilliant illustration of what our brain says to us during decision making. Most of the time I doubt we even realise this is going on! It’s interesting…

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The story of the $1m bet

Last year saw the conclusion of a 10-year wager between Warren Buffett, chairman of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., and Ted Seides, a New York hedge fund consultant. Seides responded to a public…

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Bitcoin Madness

Unless you’ve been living under a rock lately you’ll know that Bitcoin is the most well-known cryptocurrency. Each one was worth about $1,000 12 months ago, then some collective insanity took hold and by mid-December one Bitcoin was worth $19,666.

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The-quest-for-income The quest for income

We politely resist requests for an income producing portfolio and instead advocate investing for total return – capital growth and income. Why?

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