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- Combining ETFs and Flex Options Delivers Consistent Returns and Eliminates Surprises
"I think the introduction of options strategies in what we call the new market realities, a period of slow growth and limited upside returns, with heightened volatility punctuated with periodic crisis, is actually much easier than it would have been in the 1980s or 1990s," says Mitch Eichen, Founder and CEO of The MDE Group, a New Jersey-based wealth management firm, and Risk 3.0™ Asset Management, an asset management firm that focuses on risk controlled investments.
OIC Advisor Brief (01/24/2013) - Healthcare Industry Looking Good for 2013 ... and Other Investment Predictions
Far from suffering because of Obamacare, healthcare looks to have a healthy and happy 2013. That’s the prediction of the MDE Group in Morristown and New York City, one of the state’s leading money-management firms.
New Jersey News Room (12/30/2012) - WSJ Voices: Mitch Eichen, On Limiting Losses
The industry has done itself a disservice by chasing returns and being benchmark-obsessed, as opposed to managing assets to meet clients’ needs.
Wall Street Journal (12/28/2012) - Don't Become Comfortably Numb To Stock Market Risks After Large Rally
The stock market experienced a surprisingly robust third quarter with the S&P 500 rising 6.4%. The gain in the market and decline in volatility is somewhat perplexing, given the large macro risks that continue to pervade the global economy and the relatively weak earnings outlook offered by a number of bellwether firms such as FedEx and Hewlett-Packard.
Forbes (10/10/2012) - Stocks Look Cheap for Good Reasons
Given uncertain earnings and headwinds of interest rates, inflation, taxes, and shifting demographics – it doesn’t surprise Mitch Eichen that the P/E of the market remains depressed.
Forbes (9/21/2012) 
What Does the ECB Need to Do?Mitch Eichen speaks about the next steps for the ECB and the U.S. economy.
Fox Business (8/02/2012)- With Yields This Low, Stocks Still the Cleanest Dirty Shirt
What are better alternatives to cash? Let’s examine the usual suspects: bonds, gold, hedge funds and equities to come up with some specific investment recommendations.
Forbes (6/01/2012) 
Eichen on Facebook and JPMorgan RisksMitch Eichen on the losses JPMorgan is facing and the Facebook IPO.
Fox Business (05/17/2012)- Stocks Get Early Spring But April Showers Put Out The Fire
The S&P 500 index rose 12.6% during the first quarter, its best start to the year since the late stages of the Internet bubble in 1998. From prior experience, we know that market psychology can change on a dime, but there seems to be a palpable sense of at least a marginally brighter future in contrast to the pessimism that has dogged the market since the 2008 credit crisis.
Forbes (4/10/2012) - Mitch Eichen Among "Best of Best" Financial Advisors Attending Barron's Winner's Circle
Mitch Eichen attended the fourth-annual Barron’s Winner’s Circle Top Independent Advisors Summit, hosted by Barron’s magazine to promote best practices in the industry and the value of advice to the investing public.
Barron's (3/21/2012) 
Market’s Growth to Stall for Rest of 2012Mitch Eichen on why the market’s strong start to the year is not likely to continue because of Europe and U.S. political factors.
Fox Business (3/07/2012)- A Look Ahead at the Year Ahead - Part 1
Here are five predictions for the remainder of 2012 and specific investments that may enable investors to capitalize on them.
Forbes (2/14/2011) 
Eichen on Hedge Funds v. Risk 3.0 SolutionsMitch Eichen talks with Deirdre Bolton about the problems with hedge funds and the advantages of the Risk 3.0 Solutions.
Bloomberg (12/15/2011)
How Investors Can Profit Even in a Down MarketMitch Eichen talks about minimizing risks in volatile markets.
Fox Business (12/06/2011)- Hedge Funds are an Expensive Way to Lose Money
The illusion of hedge fund invincibility was shattered in 2008 when the average hedge fund lost 19.1%, according to the Dow Jones Credit Suisse Hedge Fund Index.
Forbes (11/22/2011) - Voices: John Longo, On Behavorial Finance
The field of behavioral finance, which focuses on human biases and how these biases affect investment mistakes, has grown steadily for the past 20 years.
Wall Street Journal (11/15/2011) - Making Volatility Work for You
Perhaps the only constant for the market over the past several months, and indeed years, has been its heightened volatility.
Forbes (10/17/2011) 
The New Market Realities Facing InvestorsMitch Eichen on why investors should expect a period of long-term, slow growth for the markets.
Fox Business (10/11/2011)- Mitch Eichen on Bloomberg Radio
Mitch Eichen on Bloomberg radio by Kathleen Hays discussing current economic risks.
Bloomberg Radio (9/19/2011) - How European Bank Woes Could Wreak Havoc On A Portfolio
Avoid bank credit risk whenever possible. Individuals with large cash deposits in excess of the FDIC limits should spread their assets across many reputable banks. I also would remain cautious about purchasing structured products from banks or insurance products from firms with even a hint of ques...
Forbes (9/12/2011) - Investors Need To Make Money, Not Beat Benchmarks
The focus on benchmarks by the investment advisory business does its clients a disservice by setting up a false race.
Forbes (8/23/2011) 
The five key risks facing the economyMitch Eichen on factors weighing on the economy as well as the markets.
Fox Business (8/22/2011)- Investing in Volatility, to Cash In or to Hedge Bets.
A 'New Twist' in investing using ETFs and options to deliver stable and predictable returns - Planned Return Strategy.
New York Times (8/12/11) - John Longo on Bloomberg Radio
Lohn Longo on Bloomberg radio by Kathleen Hays discussing the challenges of the European debt crisis.
Bloomberg Radio (8/3/11) - Stable Investing in a Volatile Market
Mitch Eichen on where to invest today to find consistent returns.
Fox Business (7/6/11) - Peace of Mind Performance
What is the value to investors of knowing their portfolio was protected, even if the protection was not used?
Forbes (7/6/11) 
NextGen InvestingMitch Eichen and Richard Lashley, principal at PL Capital LLC, talk about the outlook for the investing and financial advisory industry.
Bloomberg (6/28/11)
Volatile Market DayMitch Eichen on market volatility and the Fed's policy actions.
CNBC (5/5/11)
Risk 3.0's Longo Leads Rutgers Investment TeamJohn Longo discusses the Global Investment Research team and their Warren Buffett meeting.
Bloomberg (4/14/11)
Eichen on Federal Deficit, Debt and MarketsMitch Eichen speaks about the impact of the federal budget on financial markets and investment strategy.
Bloomberg (4/6/11)
The Five Commandments of Risk ManagementMitch Eichen discusses reducing the risks to your portfolio as the featured guest on Countdown to the Closing Bell with Liz Claman.
Fox Business (3/30/11)- Rethinking Long-Only Equity
Investments that "bend" the risk-return curve allow investors to better control the risk of their equity exposure.
Forbes (3/29/11) - Not All Cash Is Created Equal
How to find a cash alternative that is safe, stable, liquid and earns a decent yield.
Forbes (3/25/11) - Five Commandments of Risk Management
Advisors must adapt to the post-financial-crisis environment by rethinking their approaches for managing portfolios.
Financial Advisor Magazine (3/4/11) - Five Commandments of Risk Management
Advisors must adapt to the post-financial-crisis environment by rethinking their approaches for managing portfolios.
Financial Advisor Magazine (3/4/11) 
Wall Street Week Video Interview with Mitchell EichenMitch Eichen discusses Risk 3.0 and opportunities in the macro environment.
Wall Street Week (3/3/11)- VIX enters the 'Complacency Zone'
Recent, abnormally low volatility readings are a potential danger signal for investors.
Investment News (3/1/11) - Beware The Real Cost Of Your Cash Allocation
The impact of inflation is more complex and unpredictable than you might expect.
Forbes (2/28/11) - Hedging Your Risk Without Missing The Bull Market
The top 5 risks for the year ahead, and how Risk 3.0 can help you navigate them.
Forbes (2/2/11) - Risk 3.0 Q&A
Mitchell Eichen interviewed by Registered Rep about risk-first investing
Registered Rep (2/1/11) 
If Debt Persists, Growth Will Be Contained (Video)Mitch Eichen discusses the risks posed by federal debt, high unemployment rates and the European debt crisis.
Fox Business (1/13/11)
Risk First, Then Return (Video)Mitch Eichen discusses risk-focused investment strategies.
CNBC (12/17/10)- Firm Offers Risk Protection Strategy
Profile of the Risk 3.0 family of solutions and risk-based approach to investing
Financial Advisor Magazine (11/30/10) - Options on Exchange-traded Funds Gain in Popularity
InvestmentNews discusses how Planned Return Strategy can be used as a core investment solution to manage risk and uncertainty.
InvestmentNews (11/21/10) 
Investment Focus Shifts to Risk From Return (Video)Mitch Eichen discusses shifting investment focus to risk from return. “We think that we’re still facing a set of new market realities."
CNBC (11/8/10)- A Focus on Preservation
Mitch Eichen explains how Risk 3.0 portfolios preserve client wealth in this profile.
The Wall Street Journal (11/1/10)
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