--- title: Diazo Insights | Justin J. Long CFP® (3) description: We’re not just here to manage your wealth. We’re here to help you understand how your money is being invested. 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Long CFP® ## Posts by Justin J. Long CFP® ### [Hard Times (Hope Inside)](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/hard-times-hope-inside) by [Justin J. Long CFP®](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/author/justin-j-long-cfp) 3 min read Mar 16, 2022, 12:00:00 AM Hard times are here. (I’m still optimistic, though; I'll explain why at the end.) People are dying, running for their lives, and watching everything they’ve worked for go … [Read Story](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/hard-times-hope-inside) [![](https://blog.diazo.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Diazo_HardTimes.jpg)](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/hard-times-hope-inside) **Topics:** [Politics](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/politics) | [Markets](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/markets) ### [What Comes Next?](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/what-comes-next) by [Justin J. Long CFP®](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/author/justin-j-long-cfp) 2 min read Mar 2, 2022, 12:00:00 AM Some perspective on the grim situation in Ukraine and what could happen in markets. (Need a break from it? Scroll down to the P.S.) The invasion of Ukraine is a serious a … [Read Story](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/what-comes-next) [![](https://blog.diazo.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Diazo_WhatComesNext.jpg)](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/what-comes-next) **Topics:** [Politics](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/politics) | [Markets](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/markets) ### [When Whales Fight](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/when-whales-fight) by [Justin J. Long CFP®](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/author/justin-j-long-cfp) 3 min read Feb 22, 2022, 12:00:00 AM As we consider the tensions driving recent market movements, a Korean folk saying seems apt: “When whales fight, the shrimp’s back is broken.” [Read Story](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/when-whales-fight) [![](https://blog.diazo.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Diazo_WhenWhalesFight.jpg)](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/when-whales-fight) **Topics:** [Politics](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/politics) | [Markets](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/markets) ### [Markets are Driven by Numbers, Right?](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/markets-are-driven-by-numbers-right) by [Justin J. Long CFP®](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/author/justin-j-long-cfp) 2 min read Jan 24, 2022, 12:00:00 AM Earnings, interest rates, expectations of future growth, etc. It's just a math equation. Right? Or is it? Let's discuss. [Read Story](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/markets-are-driven-by-numbers-right) [![](https://blog.diazo.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Diazo_MarketNumbers-1.jpg)](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/markets-are-driven-by-numbers-right) **Topics:** [Politics](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/politics) | [Markets](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/markets) ### [Diazo | Welcome to 2022](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/welcome-to-2022) by [Justin J. Long CFP®](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/author/justin-j-long-cfp) 3 min read Jan 3, 2022, 12:00:00 AM Good morning and welcome to 2022. I just wanted to kick off this year by sharing a little bit of information about the last few years. [Read Story](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/welcome-to-2022) [![](https://blog.diazo.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Diazo_2022.jpg)](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/welcome-to-2022) **Topics:** [Markets](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/markets) | ### [Volatility Returns](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/volatility-returns) by [Justin J. Long CFP®](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/author/justin-j-long-cfp) 4 min read Dec 3, 2021, 12:00:00 AM Volatility returned in a big way over the last few trading sessions, with this being the case I wanted to get the thoughts of where things are and what things are having … [Read Story](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/volatility-returns) [![](https://blog.diazo.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Diazo_VolatilityReturns.jpg)](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/volatility-returns) **Topics:** [Politics](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/politics) | [Markets](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/markets) ### [Prices Going Up in 2022?](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/prices-going-up-in-2022) by [Justin J. Long CFP®](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/author/justin-j-long-cfp) 3 min read Nov 19, 2021, 12:00:00 AM I hope you're warm, well, and looking forward to some time with family and friends. [Read Story](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/prices-going-up-in-2022) [![](https://blog.diazo.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Diazo_Prices.jpg)](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/prices-going-up-in-2022) **Topics:** [Markets](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/markets) | ### [Capitol Hill is producing more drama than Hollywood](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/capitol-hill-is-producing-more-drama-than-hollywood) by [Justin J. Long CFP®](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/author/justin-j-long-cfp) 3 min read Oct 15, 2021, 12:00:00 AM We've got bold statements, ultimatums, cliff-hangers, and confusing sequels. We've even got folks paddling up to Senators' party boats to discuss tax reform. Let's recap … [Read Story](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/capitol-hill-is-producing-more-drama-than-hollywood) [![](https://blog.diazo.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/senator.jpg)](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/capitol-hill-is-producing-more-drama-than-hollywood) **Topics:** [Politics](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/politics) | [Markets](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/markets) ### [Could the Fed's actions cause a correction or economic slowdown?](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/feds-actions) by [Justin J. Long CFP®](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/author/justin-j-long-cfp) 3 min read Aug 27, 2021, 12:00:00 AM How are you doing? Are you making plans for fall or taking a step back to reassess? Can you hit reply and let me know? There's a lot to weigh right now, so I'm curious to … [Read Story](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/feds-actions) [![](https://blog.diazo.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Diazo_Economy.jpg)](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/feds-actions) **Topics:** [Markets](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/markets) | ### [Headlines are looking grim again, so let's pause and take stock.](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/headlines-are-looking-grim-again) by [Justin J. Long CFP®](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/author/justin-j-long-cfp) 3 min read Aug 11, 2021, 12:00:00 AM Why are the headlines terrible? Because the media loves drama. This is not news to you or me or anyone who pays attention. The 24-hour news cycle is there to whip up emot … [Read Story](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/headlines-are-looking-grim-again) [![](https://blog.diazo.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/headlines%20are%20grim.jpg)](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/insights/headlines-are-looking-grim-again) **Topics:** [Markets](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/tag/markets) | [Prev](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/author/justin-j-long-cfp/page/2) [All Posts](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/all) [Next](https://blog.diazo.com/diazo-insights/author/justin-j-long-cfp/page/4) *Information presented is believed to be factual and up-to-date, but we do not guarantee its accuracy and it should not be regarded as a complete analysis of any topics discussed. All expressions of opinion reflect the judgment of the authors on the date of the post and are subject to change. Hyperlinks on our posts are provided as a convenience. 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