The summer weather and the media’s focus on positive economic news may have you feeling cheerier than usual these days. Two words: “Bah, humbug.” Or maybe, “Get real.” Focus, for…
Worry About China, Not Greece
When’s the last time markets reacted positively to anything happening in Greece? Last week, just 10 days after Greek voters voted against a resolution that would have required stiffer austerity…
Big Board Floored
The Big Board is not so big anymore. A decade ago, it accounted for 80% of stock trades. Today, it accounts for 20%. There are also far fewer publicly traded…
How to Retire Early – Part Two
In part one of “How to Retire Early,” we focused on the need to reduce expenses and control debt. Doing so can create the foundation for a retirement plan by…