Hill Investment Group, Longview Research Partners, and our CIO Matt Zenz were recently featured in a Citywire story exploring how top RIA gatekeepers evaluate which investment strategies earn their attention.

In our industry, gatekeepers are professionals who screen and vet investment strategies, deciding which ones deserve attention. The article highlights the kind of thoughtful, research-driven work we aim to deliver across Hill, Longview, and The Longview Advantage ETF.

We’re honored to be mentioned alongside firms like Dimensional Fund Advisors and Avantis Investors—leaders in the evidence-based space.

If you’re curious about how gatekeepers think (and what gets their attention), this is a worthwhile read.

Citywire is an independent publication. No compensation was provided for inclusion in the article.

Turbulent markets are a great reminder to practice one of our key tenets: focus on what you can control. 

I was reminded of this when we had a recent dinner with family visiting from out of town.  We had just shared a great meal from our favorite Chinese restaurant, and everyone opened their fortune cookie. 

My wife opened hers to reveal a timely statement:

“Don’t worry about the stock market. Invest in family.”

Outstanding advice!

No. Hill hasn’t left data and evidence behind to encourage reliance on fortune cookie advice or predictions to invest your money! However, it just may provide a common-sense reminder. In this case, when the world may be spinning a bit fast, embrace your family even more. And take the long view.

Turbulent times test everyone’s resolve—whether you’ve taken the long view for decades, are just beginning to embrace it, or still find yourself leaning on stock-picking instincts. No matter your background, chances are you’re hearing more chatter lately—around the office, at the gym, or over cocktails—about “the market.” Some are panicked. Others are simply asking, “What should I do now? What are you doing?”

Here’s our suggestion: Pause. Breathe. And consider sharing a copy of Odds On with your friend or colleague. (Just call, email, or click here to send a hard copy or audio version.) If you’re feeling uneasy yourself, revisit the book—or better yet, let’s talk. Need a quick refresher? Start with the Odds On summary of key takeaways.

While there’s no substitute for a real conversation to calm the nerves, not everyone has an advisor on speed dial—or a sleepless night may strike at 2:00 AM. That’s where Odds On comes in. For nearly a decade, it’s helped readers stay grounded, especially when markets feel like a rollercoaster. Yes, the book will turn 10 before we know it—but the philosophy behind it is backed by over a century of evidence and forms the bedrock of how we invest at Hill Investment Group.

Styles may drift in and out of favor, but taking the Long View means committing to a philosophy that consistently puts the odds of long-term success on your side—regardless of today’s headlines.

So, if you’re feeling uneasy, give us a call. Or pick up your copy of Odds On and revisit a few highlighted pages. And if someone you care about could use a steadier hand, let us know where to send their copy. We can’t control the market—but we can help you control how you think about it.