Bankrate/CNBC just posted an article titled, “7 Ways to Save on Legal Advice” written by G.M. Filisko. I have previously discussed the need for a professional when it comes to estate planning and advanced personal finance moves. Well, professionals are usually expensive in terms of out of pocket up front costs (vs. money & time… Continue Reading
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Oblivious Investing – Building Wealth by Ignoring the Noise Book Review
I had the opportunity to review Mike Piper’s newest book, “Oblivious Investing: Building Wealth by Ignoring the Noise.*” Mike is the author of a great blog of the same name, Oblivious Investing. The book follows conversations between Shannon, the investing newbie and her wise Uncle Toby. Every conversation they have starts with small talk and… Continue Reading
Barter System is Alive and Well!
Yesterday was Mother’s day, so I headed over to my mom’s place with my wife and my dog, and was happy to hear some good news. My parents have traded services with a very good neighbor! My parents have a great deck set up in the backyard but our family moved into the house 18… Continue Reading
Success: It Starts with Yourself
Success: It Starts With Yourself Success comes to those who know themselves, apply themselves to the goals, and believe in themselves. Let the next success story be yours now! To paraphrase Thomas Edison, the great American inventor, success is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration. Indeed, nobody becomes astoundingly successful on luck, likelihood and… Continue Reading
Colleges are the Next Big Bubble to Burst
I am going to keep this post short since it is nothing more than a “crazy” theory of mine. The Wall Street Journal just published an article titled, “Student Loans: Default Rates Are Soaring” written by Anne Marie Chaker. Ms. Chaker highlights the stats: According to new numbers from the U.S. Department of Education, default… Continue Reading
How to Choose a Financial Planner – 7 Tips by Wall Street Journal
Wall Street Journal Writer, Shelly Banjo offers, “Seven Questions to Ask When Picking a Financial Adviser.” I am a huge fan of the article because Ms. Banjo is nonjudgmental of the financial advisor role but rather offers 7 sound questions to ask someone vetting for your trust. Let me say this first, and I have… Continue Reading
