Videos

Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

Back to Extreme Market Valuations?

The S&P 500’s valuation just broke a level few thought we’d revisit—surpassing its dot-com bubble peak on a price-to-sales basis.

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Lance Miller, CFP® Lance Miller, CFP®

Social Security Survivor Benefits

Social Security Survivor Benefits can provide essential income for surviving spouses and children—but many people don’t realize they’re eligible or when to claim.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

Smarter Equity Hedging Explained

U.S. consumers are changing the way they spend 💸 Bulk buying is back, splurges are fewer, and essentials are taking priority. But what does this mean for the economy and your investments?

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

The Power of Dividends in Long-Term Investing

U.S. consumers are changing the way they spend 💸 Bulk buying is back, splurges are fewer, and essentials are taking priority. But what does this mean for the economy and your investments?

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

This Summer’s Jobs Report: Signals You Can’t Ignore

While job growth slowed and hiring patterns shifted, new market trends are emerging. Strategic positioning can turn these changes into potential advantages.

Discover how our Investment Road Signs™ framework helps manage portfolio risk.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

What You Need to Know About Your US Equity Holdings

Are meme stocks making a comeback? 🤔 Learn how a balanced strategy is helping our clients avoid unnecessary risk. Watch the full video to understand what this means for your portfolio.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

Stablecoins: What You Need to Know Now

What are stablecoins and why could they impact your wallet? 💳

With new laws and payment giants jumping in, this digital currency is going mainstream.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

Concerned About the US Credit Downgrade?

The U.S. lost its last AAA credit rating.

Watch our newest video to understand why interest costs are becoming a budget problem, and what that could mean for future ratings and returns.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

How Our Stock Investment is Still Working

The market may be down, but that doesn't mean your portfolio has to be. In this brief update, Robert Amato, Principal at Compass Wealth Management, breaks down how our strategic overweight to value sectors has helped cushion the blow in this year's volatile market.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

Reducing Equity Risk Without Timing the Market

Market timing isn’t a reliable risk management strategy.

In this video, we provide a brief overview of one of the key risk management strategies we implement for our clients: the Equity Hedge Strategy. Our Equity Hedge Strategy is designed to reduce equity risk without the need to time the market.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

2025 Investment Outlook: Two Charts in Two Minutes

The S&P 500 set record highs last year, and U.S. consumers remain on solid financial footing. Our video shares what these trends mean for the economy and markets in 2025—all in just two minutes.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

Simple and Effective Tips to Protect Your Accounts from Fraud

As technology evolves, protecting your accounts from fraud is more crucial than ever 🔓

In our new video, we share essential security tips to keep your accounts safe. While Charles Schwab’s Security Guarantee offers valuable protection against unauthorized activity in your accounts, there are key precautions you must take to safeguard your assets.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

How the Recent Political Shift Affects the Stock Market

How will the recent shift in political power impact the stock market? 💰

We analyzed 118 Congressional sessions of stock market data, covering every possible mix of power in the House, Senate, and White House since 1901.

Discover how these insights compare to the current political landscape in our new video.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

Why Choose Compass Wealth Management?

Compass Wealth Management is proud to be an independent, Fee-Only wealth management firm dedicated to serving corporate executives, business owners, and retirees.

With over $260M in client assets under management, our team of Certified Financial Planners delivers personalized investment solutions and fiduciary care, backed by the trusted custody of Charles Schwab.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

Compass Wealth Management: How We Are Unique

⭐️ What Makes Compass Wealth Management Different? ⭐️ We combine the personalized touch of a boutique firm with the resources of a large institution. Our focus? Customized financial planning, tailored investments, and unbiased, fee-only advice—no hidden sales or extra costs.

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