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George Saunder’s Adivce to Graduates
It’s long past graduation season, but we recently learned that George Saunders delivered the convocation speech at Syracuse University for the class of 2013, and George was kind enough to send it our way and allow us to reprint it here. The speech touches on some of...
Rate-of-return analysis shows value of delaying Social Security
For years, I have been telling my readers of the value of delaying Social Security benefits as long as possible particularly for married couples when the older, higher-earning spouse maxes out his or her benefits. Now, new research from a respected actuary puts a...
New Warnings From an Investing Pioneer
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide, and no one to get unbiased advice from. Judging by my inbox, that is how a lot of investors feel. U.S. and most international stocks, bonds and real estate are all at least moderately overpriced by historical standards; cash offers a...
Nobel laureate: Everyone should have a financial adviser
Robert Shiller a Nobel-Prize winning economist gives his take on the future of advice; urges government help in paying for it. Written By: Liz Skinner Read full article here
How the Economic Machine Works
Here is a short video clip explaining how economic drivers in our world work. Video created by: Ray Dalio How the Economic Machine Works (Click Here)
Fee-Only Financial Advisers Who Don’t Charge Fees Alone
Written by: Jason Zwieg You might think a “fee only” financial adviser will never charge you commissions or other sales charges that could induce him to favor selling you something that is better for him than for you. Think again. (click here) for rest of article
Six Lessons You Should Have Learned From the Financial Crisis
It's been five years since Wall Street crashed and the financial crisis broke across the country. Many people lost their homes, their savings or their jobs. Financial plans were shredded. College funds and retirement accounts were drained. The economy has been slowly...
Bonds Still Belong in Your Nest Egg
Wall Street Journal Online article regarding the recent bond market decline and how bonds should still be a solid portion of your investment portfolio. By: Tom Lauricella Please click here to view article.