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• 10 Signs You’re a Narcissistic Investor

  %%bloglink%%Some amount of narcissism (a strong belief in yourself) can be helpful in giving you the confidence to apply for a new job or ask for a raise but... Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• When Investing, Be Cautious but Don’t Be a Coward

  %%bloglink%%Almost all of today’s “financial doomsday” headlines can be placed into one of two topics:  ·         Sell your stocks today because of reasons X,... Read more

  Posted on 17 May 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• Today I Will Not Commit Accidental Financial Suicide

  %%bloglink%%I enjoy reading stories about dumb criminals such as these: When his .38 caliber revolver failed to fire at his intended victim during a hold-up in... Read more

  Posted on 03 May 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• 6 Steps to Consider When You Have More Candles on Your Cake Than Dollars in...

  

  %%bloglink%%The chart below shows the number of people age 55 and older who are still working. This “graying” of the workforce should come as no surprise... Read more

  Posted on 02 May 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• Economic Pet Index is up 11% Year Over Year

  %%bloglink%%Sometimes I find the most interesting financial news is not the latest economic data points that get regurgitated relentlessly by authors and TV... Read more

  Posted on 01 May 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• When Was Your Last Financial Fire Drill?

  %%bloglink%%Near the jogging path I use there is a three story concrete building where I often see firefighters training fighting real fires. Read more

  Posted on 30 April 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• Why Pay for College If You Can Learn Elsewhere for Free?

  %%bloglink%%Here are today’s major trends concerning college degrees: You need a college degree in order to even apply for a good paying job. Read more

  Posted on 28 April 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• Fast Food Finances Are Bad for Your Wealth

  

  I’m a fast food aficionado. I know who has the best fries, who has the correct combination of syrup and carbonation in their soda fountains and who serves food... Read more

  Posted on 24 April 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• How Satisified Have You Been with Your Stock Market Returns?

  

  %%bloglink%%This is a list of the highest grossing films for each of the past 30 years. Ask yourself, how many of these movies have you seen more than once?... Read more

  Posted on 20 April 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• an Extreme Example of Confirmation Bias

  %%bloglink%%Confirmation bias happens when we either disregard facts that contradict our position or we fail to seek out information that would make us change... Read more

  Posted on 19 April 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• Investment Brand Loyalty Can Be Extremely Costly

  %%bloglink%%I’m extremely loyal to the brands I like so if one of my brands introduces a new product I’m much more likely to try it out vs. a similar product... Read more

  Posted on 16 April 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• Why Do Some CEOs Believe Rules Don’t Apply to Them?

  

  In 2005 Congress added section 503c of the Bankruptcy Code that prohibits companies in bankruptcy from providing severance payments to insiders such as CEOs tha... Read more

  Posted on 16 April 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• Major Flaw with Five Star Ratings

  

  %%bloglink%%The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) awarded several vehicles included both the 2013 Ford Focus and the 2013 Ford Explorer “5... Read more

  Posted on 11 April 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• Investment Lessons from Lucky Charms Cereal

  

  %%bloglink%%The “Magic Leprechaun” brought my kids a box of Lucky Charms cereal as a treat for St. Patrick’s Day. This one box transformed my usual... Read more

  Posted on 29 March 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• CD Rates Are Heading in the Wrong Direction

  

  %%bloglink%%CD rates are one of the main financial trends I follow because: No one HAS to buy a CD. Unlike gasoline or food, my ability to earn a living or... Read more

  Posted on 28 March 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• is It Safe to Invest Now?

  

  %%bloglink%%Since the Dow Jones Industrial Average set a new record, I’ve had several friends and customers ask me “Is it safe to invest now?” and “Should I sel... Read more

  Posted on 15 March 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• Investors’ Dilemma: Stability Or Volatility

  

  %%bloglink%%My wife and I were trying to decide between two Caribbean islands for our vacation: Aruba or Jamaica. Read more

  Posted on 14 March 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• Lower Investment Minimums Are Rarely a Good Deal for Investors

  %%bloglink%%The Wall Street Journal reported in an article on Wednesday that the private equity firm Carlyle Group is lowering their required minimums for new... Read more

  Posted on 13 March 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• Your Tax Dollars at Work: 127% Loan to Value Used Car Loans

  %%bloglink%%Here are some interesting facts about Ally Financial, formerly General Motors Acceptance Corporation (GMAC). Data as of December 31, 2012. Read more

  Posted on 07 March 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE

• Here’s Why You May Not Be Happy with Your Investments

  %%bloglink%%Fast food restaurants are notorious for having dining areas that are painted yellow or red and are filled with bright lights and fast-tempo music. Read more

  Posted on 07 March 2013 BUSINESS, FINANCE