Rational Investing
Investing should be like watching paint dry or grass grow. If you want excitement, take $800 and go to Las Vegas.
Paul Samuelson
Market Volatility
Volatility is an inherent part of the market that occurs when the markets undergo the digestion of new data and or occurrence that alters basic
An Alternative to Low Interest Rates
This is no surprise coming from us. We’ve been writing about it since long before the recent and growing recognition of its value by the
CD Rate History – Historical Note
Not since the days of inflation and high interest rates have Certificates of Deposits (CDs) been perceived as a viable source of income for retirees
Help for Illinois Teachers
On a per capita basis no state is in worse financial shape than Illinois. The state pension funds are woefully underfunded, while the legislature refuses
Doing it When You’re Young
Tsk, tsk….this may not be what you thought it was about. The sooner you start, the better the outcome. We recommend putting 10% to 15%
The Red Flag of High Yields
Several years ago, our client Phil M. asked for our opinion about a municipal bond that he was told by a Florida bond salesman paid
The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.
Chinese Proverb