We often read about how the “rich are getting richer,” but are today’s wealthy people really richer than they’ve ever been? How wealthy are today’s wealthy people when compared with rich people from other eras? And what are some … [Read more...]
The Secret to Successful Investing: Consistency
January 31, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Warren Buffett, Dennis Gartman & Puggy Pearson Investing can be tricky business. Even for the most well-informed and experienced investors, uncertainties and unpredictable business climates create lots of question marks. In an effort to stem … [Read more...]
Simplify Your Investment Strategy
January 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Most people agree that 2011 was a tough year for investors. Wild market swings, unpredictable economies and a gridlocked Congress all played havoc with investors’ nerves. In uncertain times like these, the temptation is to move your money from one … [Read more...]
Microloans: A Good Investment?
December 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
One of the newer trends in investing is the "microloan." Microloans allow everyday people with relatively small amounts of cash to lend directly to other people. The loans usually range from $25 to $5,000, and the borrowers are typically … [Read more...]
Should You Invest in Gold?
October 31, 2011 By Leave a Comment
By: Tammy Kraig, CFP® It is hard to open a newspaper or flip to a financial channel without seeing the price of gold for the day… or an advertisement to buy gold coins. Should you buy gold now? Why are investors buying gold? Investors worry … [Read more...]
Investing in Real Estate: How to Decide if it’s the Right Move for You
October 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment
By: Tal Baron The stock market is looking fairly bleak. Some investors are beginning to panic and seeking other avenues for investment opportunities. Although the housing market does not appear to be rebounding as quickly as anticipated, real … [Read more...]
What to Do with Your Investments in a Roller Coaster Market
August 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment
What is going on!? A few weeks ago, Standard & Poor's (S&P), one of the big three credit rating agencies, placed the United States' debt on negative credit watch, meaning our nation's debt was under review for a possible downgrade. Then, … [Read more...]
Is an Annuity a Good Investment?
July 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
By: Kevin R. Worthley, CFP® As a Certified Financial Planner™, I’ve been privy to a higher-than-normal amount of discussion and advertising about insurance annuities lately. Marketing materials and wholesaler calls have increased at my … [Read more...]
Everything You Want to Do with Your Money Is Wrong
May 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment
When managing money, people are often their own worst enemies. Some folks tend to overestimate their ability to manage money and underestimate the risks and complications involved. This means that millions of people are missing out on big … [Read more...]
The World Ends Tomorrow, Buy Gold Now!
April 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Investing in Gold: Separating Reality from Advertising Hype Does runaway government debt, the global economic crisis, and the price of gasoline strike terror into your heart? It should! Leading economic experts (mostly the marketing guys at our … [Read more...]
US Series I Savings Bonds: A Bad Idea for Your Tax Refund?
March 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment
By: Matt Robinson Finding out that you are owed a refund after filing your tax return is never something to be upset about. With a tough economy taking a toll on many families, getting a little extra cash in your pocket can go a long way. Last … [Read more...]
