In general, a Green Card holder becomes eligible for naturalization once he/she, at least 18 years old, has lived in the U.S. continuously for at least five years as a permanent resident. You could learn more about the Naturalization eligibility requirements and process from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) here. This week, I want to share with you a couple of things you should consider when deciding whether to become a U.S. citizen or not.
When it comes to investing, some investors always want to add something to their current portfolio to reduce the overall volatility. They believe that the more is better, the more complex is better. Since the recent financial crisis, a group of mutual funds focusing on alternative investments and/or strategies have been getting a lot of attractions. But is it a good option for most investors? This week, I will share with you an article from one of our strategic partner, Dimensional Fund Advisors. It covers what those "Liquid Alternatives" are, how they perform overall, and more importantly, what questions you should ask yourself before adding additional types of assets or strategies to your portfolio in the future.
