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  Using Self-Directed IRAs to Invest in Real Estate, Private Companies, Gold and Other Assets
The opportunities, pitfalls and risks of using alternative investments in retirement accounts
  How Jon Corzine Ignored Warnings About Risky Investments and Blew Up MF Global
A lesson in risk management and hiring and listening to competent people
  The Secret Reason Why Congressional Republicans Won't Vote for Tax Increases
Does Republican "inflexibility" doom deficit reduction discussions and policy making to encourage economic growth?
  Veteran Presidential Pollsters Detail How Democrats Can Retain the White House in 2012 Election
Some unconventional advice that could help the country and economy get moving in a better direction
  An Often Overlooked but Highly Valuable Aspect of Estate Planning
And, the best news is that you don't need costly lawyers to do this
  Update: What Was Democratic President John F. Kennedy's Tax Proposal During 1962's Recession?
A flashback to his proposals, which were implemented, for personal and corporate income taxes (FREE)
  Update: Former Powerful Lobbyist and Businessman Reveals How Some in Congress Do So Well Investing
Another data point highlighting some troubling (and hypocritical) trades and bets (FREE)
  Making Sense of the Seemingly Endless Problems Coming Out of Europe
Is Italy going to be the tipping point of the European sovereign debt crisis?
  Dealing With Depression by Dr. Andrew Weil, Integrative Medical Expert
Author's new book - Spontaneous Happiness - helps attain and maintain optimum emotional health
  A Humorous Look at How the Media Comes Up With Headlines
Understanding the political spin of different media outlets (FREE)
  The Most Important Investment for a Young Adult
Choosing the right college requires much more than statistics and rankings
  Bernard Madoff: The World's Biggest Liar in Action
A 2007 interview: "...in today's regulatory environment, it's virtually impossible to violate rules..." (FREE)
  If Money Can't Buy Happiness, Then What Can?
New research provides insights into the keys to being happier
  A Look Ahead at the 2012 Election and Expected Outcomes
What are the odds of continued divided government versus one party controlling everything?
  Former President Clinton's Key Political Strategist Offers President Obama Some Advice
What President Obama should do about the current economic problems
  American Economic Boom Town: Would You Believe it Has a Shortage of Workers and Housing?
Why this is happening, why it can be replicated elsewhere and why it will be discussed in the 2012 Presidential election
  Comparing the Investing Prospects of Stocks with Bonds
Factoring inflation and economic considerations into your decisions
  Deal or No Deal? The Debt Ceiling Debate and Solving Our Real Problems
How long will it likely take to fix the concerns and get the U.S. economy back on track
  Update: Lamenting the Decline of American Manufacturing
Does America manufacture less and how do we compare with other countries in this regard?
  False Economy: Saving Money on This Summer Activity Could Be Catastrophic for Your Kids
New study highlights portable pool dangers for young children (FREE)
  401(k) Plan Borrowing Skyrockets: 30% of Participants (Year-to-Date 2011), Up From 14% in 2010
What are the implications for the stock market and economy?
  New Survey Highlights Danger of Using Facebook and Other Social Media
Facebook exposes users to malware and not enforcing its own "terms of service" (FREE)
  Commodity Prices Are Surging and Inflation Fears Are Rising
A new study highlights when rising commodity prices causes significant inflation
  Update: Donald Trump and the Presidential 2012 Election
He says he's not running but then says he might change his mind next spring when his television contract expires.
  Congress Now Discussing Federal Income Tax Reform
Mortgage interest deduction and other popular tax reducers may be on the block...
  Visualizing Inflation: Digging Deeper Into the Consumer Price Index
In recent years, pundits and policy makers have worried about deflation and inflation...here's what going on now...
  Getting the Truth About the Nuclear Plant Problems in Japan
What's really happening and how is the media reporting?
  The Biggest Concern in the Middle East That Folks Are Missing
The misunderstood worries over spreading protests and what really could spike oil prices and setback the global economy and stocks
  Where is Warren Buffett Investing New Money Now?
Why should you care and what potential pitfalls does he see ahead?
  Spotting Early Signs of Financial Stress
A useful indicator for measuring underlying stress in the financial markets
  Bill O'Reilly, Dick Morris and Others Say California and Other States Are Bankrupt
Dealing with the fears about highly indebted governments when considering muni bonds (and stocks)
  More Americans Are Doing This and It's Not As Safe As It May Seem
What is killing more folks annually than the 9-11 terror attacks and what should you do about it?
  Learning From the 2008 Financial Panic
Ignore the gurus and investment advisors claiming they saw it coming...read this to learn what happened and why (FREE)
  Economic Challenges + College Costs Rising Faster Than Inflation = Higher Demand for College Financial Aid
Here's what you can do to qualify for more college financial aid (FREE)
  Consumer Reports' Survey: Where to Buy What
Heightened retail competition benefits you the consumer
  New Year Resolutions to Help Sober Up our ‘High Society’
This a problem that affects all of us and which all of us can do something to help reduce (FREE)
  A Simple Yet Powerful Predictor For U.S. Recessions
It's warns up to a year ahead and has a better track record than most economists!
  Congressional Approval Ratings and Stock Prices
An interesting relationship between satisfaction with government and stock returns
  Better Late Than Never: The Long Anticipated Tax Extension Bill is Nearing Completion
What's likely to be included in tax bill and what should you do before year-end?
  The IRS Is Collecting More Information on Your Investments
Take the time to understand new IRS mandated reporting or get whacked with a higher tax bill
 
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