Barry Glassman, CFP®

What The Next Presidency Could Mean for Your Investments: Growth with Hidden Risks

With Donald Trump re-elected as the 47th President of the United States, investors are closely examining how his policies could impact the economy and their portfolios. Early responses in global…

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The Worst Possible Political Trade: When the Obvious Bet Backfires 

When it comes to investing, political narratives can be enticing. It seems straightforward: align your portfolio with the policies of the incoming administration, and you’ll be well-positioned to capitalize on…

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Charitable Donations

How Donor-Advised Funds Can Maximize Charitable Donations & Tax Deductions

Want to make the most out of your charitable donations and maximize your tax deductions? Below are four reasons a donor-advised fund (DAF) might be your new best friend and…

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Revocable Trust

The Power of a Revocable Trust

Estate planning can feel overwhelming. But a revocable trust might be the first advanced step in your overall plan. At Glassman Wealth Services, we frequently collaborate with our clients’ legal…

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Glassman Wealth Surpasses $2 Billion Assets Under Management: Why does that matter?

Earlier this year, Glassman Wealth quietly surpassed $2 billion* in assets under management (AUM), and honestly, I hesitated to share the news. After all, how does hitting an AUM milestone…

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The Secret Ways to Know If Your Advisor is a Fiduciary

Are you in search of a financial advisor who genuinely has your best interests at heart? Like most people, you likely prefer an advisor who prioritizes your needs above their…

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Glassman Tackles Artificial Intelligence

As someone who is always on the lookout for innovative strategies and solutions and fascinated by the latest gizmos and gadgets, I felt compelled to make my latest video and…

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Our 2022 Review of the Best Financial Advisors in the DC/MD/VA Area

Occasionally we meet with potential clients and it’s just not the right fit. Perhaps our wealth management philosophies are not aligned, or after establishing a net worth statement they don’t…

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What is the Stock Market Telling Us?

If there’s one thing all investors and advisors can agree on, it’s that we’re experiencing some serious stock market volatility. In mid-May, the S&P 500 briefly dipped into a 20%…

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Is This the Ultimate Crypto FOMO Indicator?

CNN’s Fear & Greed Index is a tool I’ve been referencing for years. There’s now a Crypto Fear & Greed Index that I also find interesting–somewhat similar, somewhat different from…

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