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• A Major Change To The Social Security "Do-Over"
  The government just closed a very attractive Social Security loophole that used to give folks, if they used the rule correctly, what amounted to be an interest free loan.
  Published 07Mar2011, viewed 206 times

• Hidden Investment Fees…Exposed!
  Read This If you Have Money in Annuities or Mutual Funds
  Published 18Jan2011, viewed 114 times

• How Will The Korean Conflict Affect Your Money?
  Events you can't predict are going to pop up out of nowhere. That's when you have to have a solid investment system that you trust. Because that will see you through the uncertain times and keep you on solid ground.
  Published 27Dec2010, viewed 129 times

• Who Wouldn't Want An Income You Can't Outlive?
  Have you heard the reports about how the government is looking at giving 401(k) plans and their participants the option of moving some of your money into a guaranteed income annuity? If you're wondering whether this type of annuity makes sense for you …keep reading.
  Published 20Dec2010, viewed 132 times

• Successful Investors All Have One Thing In Common...
  Successful investors have a system. They have rules that they follow and that they don't deviate from.
  Published 26Nov2010, viewed 108 times

• 2 Investment Bubbles Ready To Pop!
  In the early 2000's, we had the technology bubble. More recently, we had the real estate bubble. Now, I see two new bubbles that may be developing - and may be putting your nest egg at risk. I'm talking about bonds and gold.
  Published 15Nov2010, viewed 116 times

• Asset Allocation Myths You Need To Avoid
  A closer look at mistakes that could cost you big money when it comes to your financial security and a worry free retirement.
  Published 30Oct2010, viewed 131 times

• Never Overpay For A Car...Ever Again!
  Whether you're in the market for a new or used car, most people hate going through the drill of haggling with car dealers. If that's not your idea of a fun way to spend the day, you may not be aware that there is a really good alternative out there to help you get a good deal on the car you want. I call them automobile brokers.
  Published 23Oct2010, viewed 201 times

• Surviving Spouses - Don't Make This Mistake And Overpay Your Taxes
  The death of a spouse can certainly be a painful and confusing time. Unfortunately, it can also cost the surviving spouse a lot of money in the form of overpaying on their taxes.
  Published 09Oct2010, viewed 148 times

• Does Your Broker Really Work For Free?
  Brokers usually don’t fully disclose the fact that they are getting paid by a company for selling people their mutual funds or annuities. At least not the total amount they’re being paid. So when clients find out, they’re usually shocked beyond belief!
  Published 21Sep2010, viewed 163 times

• How To Take Money Out Of Your Retirement Plan And Avoid The 10% Penalty Tax
  Most people know that if they take money out of an IRA before turning age 591/2, they have to pay a 10% penalty tax on the money. But did you know that there are actually some exceptions to the tax code?
  Published 06Sep2010, viewed 176 times

• The Hidden Costs Of Your 401k
  Most people think that as an employee participating in their company’s 401k plan, that there are no costs to them for their account. Some of the costs are paid by the employer, but some are also paid by the employee, they just don’t ‘see the costs’ deducted from their account!
  Published 04Sep2010, viewed 172 times

• Should You Listen To The Economic “Experts?”
  Everybody’s got an opinion. Everybody can back it up with all kinds of research. But at the end of the day, remember that if somebody really knew what the heck was going on, we’d all be lined up outside their door!
  Published 26Aug2010, viewed 114 times

• Is The Economy Really Recovering?
  After a rocky period, right now the US economy seems to finally be doing better. However, everybody we talk to doesn’t feel like things are better.
  Published 14Aug2010, viewed 128 times

• Why You Should Own Your Own Home Free and Clear
  From my experiences over the last couple of decades, I’ve observed that folks tend to have a less stressful and more worry free retirement when they don’t have the burden of debt in their life. Which is why I believe your ultimate goal should be to own your home free and clear at or before retirement. But occasionally, I get challenged on that concept on one of two fronts.
  Published 02Aug2010, viewed 180 times

• 4 Big Mistakes People Make Hiring A Financial Advisor
  There are a lot of people out there calling themselves financial advisors, but sometimes you end up with a wolf in sheep’s clothing. So I’m going to share with you a few things you want to be careful of before you trust someone with your money.
  Published 18Jul2010, viewed 188 times

• 4 Little Known Strategies To Boost Your Social Security Income
  Whether you are collecting social security benefits now or looking forward to that day at some point in the future, there are some options a lot of people just aren’t aware of. They may or may not apply to you — everybody’s situation is different – but they’re good to know about in case one of these strategies might be appropriate for you.
  Published 04Jul2010, viewed 148 times

• How To Make Even More Money With Your Favorite Stock!
  Do you have a stock – a favorite company that you are partial to — that you don’t want to get rid of regardless of what all the research or tea leaves might be indicating? We call this stock a legacy holding.
  Published 18Jun2010, viewed 153 times

• How Much Money Can You Safely Withdraw From Your Investments?
  It’s a common misconception — that in order to have enough money to get through the rest of your life, you want a withdrawal rate of no more than 4-6% of your investment account(s). Maybe you are following this so-called rule right now.
  Published 30May2010, viewed 153 times

• The Single Biggest Money Mistake Couples Make
  It’s very common with couples that one person will take the lead or the responsibility for handling the money and finances. While the other spouse, will take a back seat.
  Published 19May2010, viewed 124 times

• Will The Uptrend In The US Stock Market Continue?
  It seemed like the markets started off 2010 very similar to last year. Not quite as stressed out, but January and February were not, shall we say, stellar in terms of market performance. And then in March things came roaring back with a vengeance. So of course the big question now is, “Will the up trend continue?”
  Published 05May2010, viewed 115 times

• Not Once, In 10 years, Did She Get A Single Sell Recommendation!
  Well, our friends in Washington DC pulled another fast one. No, I’m not talking about Obamacare.
  Published 23Apr2010, viewed 141 times

• Hope Springs Eternal…Even After Obamacare Has “Passed”
  In case you’re wondering, I’m not a fan of Obamacare. Even though it’s gone through, I’m still the eternal optimist. Here’s why.
  Published 17Apr2010, viewed 667 times

• How Much Of Your Money Is Going To Those Fat-Cat Wall Street Bonuses?
  We keep hearing stories about all those big Wall Street brokerage firms giving out multi-million dollar bonuses. I’ve even heard of a secretary getting a bonus of over $200,000! So how do you know if it’s happening to your money, and what can you do, if anything, to prevent it?
  Published 09Apr2010, viewed 121 times

• Real Estate – Is It Time To Buy Yet?
  Depending on where you are in America right now, real estate might look like a very tempting investment. Across the board, housing prices have dropped by 50% or more, and interest rates have never been lower in our lifetime. What could possibly be bad about taking some money and putting it back in the housing market right now?
  Published 07Apr2010, viewed 170 times

• One Of The Best Gifts You’ll Ever Give Your Family!
  Estate planning? Believe it or not, the holidays are one of the best times to talk about your plans (and wishes) with your family.
  Published 03Apr2010, viewed 140 times

• Inside the Inheritance Tax Mess
  I think by now most of you have heard that there’s no inheritance tax or estate tax this year. So if you’re planning on passing away anytime soon, this would be a good year to do it — at least from an estate planning point of view. I’m kidding, of course. But in case you decide to take me seriously, you should know there’s even a gotcha buried in this “giveaway” law.
  Published 12Mar2010, viewed 167 times

• Bond Strategies in a Rising Interest Rate Environment
  It seems to me like we’ve been getting more and more calls and inquiries about the concern over bonds. People are wondering how they are going to perform when interest rates start to go up.
  Published 28Feb2010, viewed 261 times

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