Bear Market Rallies: Beware the Siren Call of Volatile Economic Markets.
It is understandable after the record fall of the Dow Jones Industrial Average from a peak of slightly over 14,000 in August of 2007 to a low reached last month of slightly over 8,000 that many are eager to search for a bottom. It is a tempting path to follow especially when the market is […]
How to Become Wealthy: Redefining the Idea of Money in Hard Economic Times.
Learning to become wealthy is hard enough during good economic times. It may feel downright impossible when the economy hits a slump. It is a fascinating case study the past decade we have lived in. The concept of “money” and “wealth” and “debt” have all been used interchangeably. I think this is a common misconception […]
FDIC: Punishing Savers: How the United States Encourages Irresponsible Financial Management. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.
The FDIC insurers deposits at most institutions up to $100,000 for individual accounts. Many people haven’t put this to the test until the recent collapse and takeover of IndyMac Bank based out of Southern California. The bank when taken over had $32 billion in assets and $19 billion in deposits. $1 billion in these deposits […]
Retire Extremely Early: Dollar Cost Averaging and Maintaining a Positive Attitude in Tough Economic Times.
During trying times I think it is very easy for many to get pessimistic with all the negative news and let their ultimate goals slip away. Simple rules to live by include keeping debt to the lowest level possible and having clear cut goals of where you want to be in 5, 10, and even […]