Many people are afraid that the U.S. government will run out of cash come October 1st and the government will shut down. They fear that will lead to widespread chaos and stock market devastation. Should you be heading for the hills right about now in preparation for this “budgetaggedon”? No. And here are two reasons […]
Investing Strategies
They don’t teach investing in school. It’s no wonder that so few of us really understand how investments work, what mutual funds are and how to select the right investments for our unique situation.
The following articles explain how the stock market, mutual funds, annuities,stocks and bonds work in plain English. They demystify investing and empower you to make better investing decisions for you and your family.
Can Brokers and Advisors Steal Your Money?
Most stock brokers and financial advisors would rather take out their own tonsils with a rusty spoon than steal your money. But there are a few bad apples out there. In fact, they’re plotting how to get their greasy paws on your treasure right now. Let’s see what you can do to make sure your […]
How Changes To The Dow Jones Industrial Index Nail Investors
Have you heard about the huge change in the Dow Jones Industrial Index? They are revamping the index big time. And it’s going to have a huge impact on investors – although probably not in a way most people expect. What is the Dow Jones Industrial Index? The Dow Jones Industrial or Dow is one […]
Will War With Syria Tank The Economy And Market?
If we go to war with Syria, how will that impact your financial life? While I haven’t heard anyone specifically ask this question yet, I know it’s on many people’s minds. Of course I can’t ever predict the future. Nobody can. And in war, it’s even more difficult to foresee what is yet to come. […]
Portfolio Rebalancing: Is It for You?
Many financial professionals tout portfolio rebalancing as the key to your financial success. But is it really that important? Or is it just another smoke screen Wall Street uses to convince you they know more than you do? Let’s take a look. What Is Portfolio Rebalancing? This financial maneuver is meant to automate your process […]
What is a Bond Fund?
A bond fund takes investors’ money and buys bonds with it. Duh. That’s pretty simple. But there are a host of other questions surrounding fixed income (bonds) that aren’t so obvious. Do bonds have a place in your portfolio? If so, should you use a bond fund or buy bonds directly? First things first. Should […]