A Closer Look at Inflation — Then and Now

The ‘70s had much better music but much worse inflation! –

Is Recession a Stock Killer? Not Always!

There may or may not be a recession on the way. But if there is, your portfolio may not suffer. Our expert has the details. – Aug 25, 2023

Is a ‘Double Negative’ in the S&P 500 Index coming?

The S&P 500 Index had a return of -18.11% for the calendar year 2022. If we exclude the dividends generated by the Index, the return was -19.44%. What are the chances we will have a negative year in 2023, resulting in a Double Negative? We asked an expert to explain. – 

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Teach Your Children “Wellth”

The title for this piece was influenced by a lyric in a song written by Graham Nash of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. You don’t have to be a fan of classic folk rock to appreciate the message in this essay.

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TWO-FOR-ONE, NEW YEAR’S SPECIAL!!

This was written at the beginning of 2012. I had two story ideas in my head and presented them in this manner. I’m all about educating investor how the investment business really operates and the second half of this piece does a good job of doing that. The investment business does a good job of not sharing with you what really goes on behind the curtain. I find ways to help you look behind the curtain.

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