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Making Sense of Life Insurance Policy Illustrations
Feb 9, 2012
Q: I'm considering cash value life insurance...the more I look at the numbers the more it seems to make sense since the options I have are after tax investments. What do you think?
Getting Help with Spending and Debt from a Budget Counselor
Dec 30, 2011
Beware of conflicts of interest that won't be obvious to you
What's Our Obligation to the Longer-Term Unemployed?
Dec 30, 2011
Political and economic implications of continuing economic problems
Congressional Squabbles: Will Your Federal Taxes Be Increasing in 2012?
Dec 10, 2011
The payroll tax showdown: What impact will it have on job creation and what taxes are likely to increase?
ABC's Chris Cuomo Cheerleads Cutting Congressional Pensions
Nov 11, 2011
Why this is an incredibly dumb idea which would make Congressional competence even worse (FREE)
Weighing a Financial Advisor's Advice and Agenda
Nov 3, 2011
Examining "problems" with WisdomTree's Emerging Markets fund
Update: Unobligated Income: A Statistic That Holds Insight for Consumer Spending Power
Oct 26, 2011
You've likely not heard of it; what does recent data say about the consumers' ability to spend?
Why the Banking Stocks Most Mutual Funds Own Have Been the Worst Performing Sector This Year
Oct 19, 2011
What needs to happen for these stocks to rebound and what should you do about this
Understanding Steve Jobs' Successes and Failures
Sep 16, 2011
What they can teach us about personal and economic decisions and success (FREE)
Looking to Buy a Home and Getting a Good Buy in Any Market
Sep 8, 2011
How to get the most for your money and home buying efforts
Finding a Less Stressful but Financially Rewarding Annuity Investing Option
Aug 10, 2011
Shopping for higher (and more stable) income from immediate annuities
Update: The Tea Party Movement, the Economy and the Stock Market
Aug 2, 2011
How a little understood movement is influencing your money
The Democrats Want to Raise Taxes; The Republicans Want to Slash Government Spending
Jul 13, 2011
What's required to solve the current deficit and debt problem and how this will affect your money
Switching Funds: Managing the Selling Process
Jun 28, 2011
Q: I have some savings which I have invested in mutual funds with my banker through JP Morgan around 2 years ago...I’m going to sell these funds and move my investment to a no-load fund...
Power Balance Bracelets, iRenew Bracelets and Better Athletic Performance
Jun 22, 2011
The science behind a product used and endorsed by numerous pro athletes, and developed by a Yale scholar-athlete
Why Home Warranty Plans Are No Guarantee at All
Jun 16, 2011
An inside view on home warranty plans and their pros and cons
Retirement Plan Investors Getting Poor and Self Serving Advice From Brokers and Financial Advisors
Jun 15, 2011
Investors being steered away from making a smart move and being encouraged into a risky and often dumb move
Deadly Tornadoes Have Skyrocketed in the U.S. 2011...Why and What Lies Ahead?
Jun 2, 2011
Protecting yourself and loved ones from a deadly storm
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To Start Your Small Business You Will Likely Need Some Cash
May 26, 2011
The smart, proven ways to fund a successful small business
Investing for Future College Costs While Worried About Stock Market Fall
May 23, 2011
Waiting for a stock market correction before investing educational funds
Gambling at a Casino? What Are The Odds of Winning Money?
May 13, 2011
A secret revealed for how to win money at a casino
(FREE)
Update: Government Response to High Oil and Gasoline Prices
Apr 29, 2011
The impact of taking away $4 billion in oil industry tax breaks
Can't File Your Tax Return or Make Your Tax Payments on Time?
Apr 2, 2011
You have a number of options...here's how to assess them.
Evaluating What to Do With Funds That You Already Own
Mar 24, 2011
I currently have American Funds and Franklin Templeton funds...I think that both are good fund families but I feel as though paying a load each time is pointless for me...
Picking Winning Mutual Funds for Your Future
Mar 23, 2011
How can you reconcile conflicting rankings from different mutual fund rating services?
The 2011 Japan Earthquake, Tsunami and Nuclear Reactor Problems
Mar 14, 2011
Understanding the Economic and Financial Market Impact
Social Networking Sites: Understanding the Real Costs and Dangers
Feb 21, 2011
Facebook, Myspace, Twitter: How these sites make money and who is attracted to them
(FREE)
What Do Big Snow Storms and Bear Markets Have in Common?
Feb 14, 2011
The impact of recent events on our perceptions and decisions
The Panic of 1907 and Similarities to the Financial Crisis/Panic of 2008
Feb 8, 2011
Understanding the roots of the Federal Reserve and the rebound from financial panic
The Soft Side of Money: Your Money Beliefs and Practices
Jan 31, 2011
Making the most of your financial decisions requires understanding your money mindset
Starting With Sensible, Time-Tested Beliefs is Essential to Long-Term Investment Success
Jan 22, 2011
Taking the time to question and develop your investment beliefs
PA Gov. Ed Rendell Promotes Hometown Gambling to Keep Revenue "In State"
Jan 13, 2011
Are your state officials doing the right thing when it comes to allowing gambling in your state?
Quantitative Easing: What is the Federal Reserve Really Doing?
Jan 10, 2011
What are the risks to the economy, federal government deficit and inflation?
Talking Back to Your Dentist
Nov 19, 2010
Questioning the recommendations of your health care service providers
Selecting a Base for Investing in Funds and Other Investments
Nov 18, 2010
Pricing is important, but so are many other factors...here's how to select your base to do investing...
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Many Health Care Workers Choose Not to Get Flu Vaccine
Nov 1, 2010
Making your own informed flu vaccine decision
Hiring Expert Advice
Oct 29, 2010
"He that walks with wise men shall become wise...But a companion of fools shall be destroyed."
The Importance of Saving Versus Market Timing
Oct 22, 2010
The past decade's severe declines have raised interest in and praising of market timing
Protecting Teenagers and Kids From Alcohol, Smoking and Drugs
Oct 6, 2010
The keys to keeping kids from substance abuse and protecting yourself as well
Honing a Personal Investment Plan
Oct 1, 2010
Q: I'm 36 years old and looking to invest long-term until retirement (30 years)...As per your book, I plan to find a discount broker...I fall into the moderate/high risk category for investments and was thinking of the following portfolio...
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