Many of you sent me fascinating emails and posted comments on my Mother’s Day idea to impose a boycott. I want to share two that have a different take on the subject. The first email I received was from Johanna. She doesn’t think I’m a villain, but… “In my family, we plant my mom’s garden […]
Stock Market Rally – Should You Buy or Sell Now?
What is a stock market rally? What should you do with your best investments when you are in one? Buy? Sell? The market has shown “Superman” strength over the last nine weeks. In fact, you’d have to go back to late 1999 to find similar strength. Is this the “all clear” sign you’ve been waiting […]
Teach Children Money Skills – Best Proven Method
It’s no mystery that you want to teach children money skills. If the kids blow it, your financial security will go up in smoke. As a father of three, I know that no matter how well I connect with me., my kids could cook my financial goose. Have you ever known anyone financially “impacted” by […]
Prepare for Retirement Now – Before It’s Too Late!
It’s time to prepare for retirement. Even if you think you know when you’re going to retire, chances are high that you’ll retire sooner than you think you will…ready or not. Just like it’s smart to get the cheapest term life insurance as soon as possible, it’s also smart to get going on your retirement […]
Father and Daughter Learn About Money Together
Here’s the story of a father and daughter who learned about money together. This is a quick video discussing the issue of frugality and quality of life. I recently realized that splurging on important events can reinforce the value of frugality and bring more meaning to life. I thought I knew the definition of success, […]
How Much will The Credit Card Bill of Rights Cost You?
The Credit Card Bill of Rights is a great idea and necessary, but the meaning of it could be misunderstood and that could cost you big bucks. Everyone wants credit card relief…but is it worth the cost? You might think that I’m a credit card company apologist. I’m not. First, some background.