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Hypothetical Happiness
It occurred to me last week that I’ve become pretty gloomy in the posts I’ve been putting up these last few weeks. This happened in the car on my way home and I began to reflect on good things that have happened to me recently, the fact that I’ve considered myself a lucky person all …
The Mythical Social Security Crisis of 2011
Even without congressional action, the retirement system won’t go broke for decades, so why all the fuss? It’s all about scaring voters. By David Morris, Senior Political Editor, The Kiplinger Letter That’s right. The sky is not falling. It’s not, as retiring rockers R.E.M. would put it, “the end of the world as we know …
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Is College a Waste of Money?
I really don't know the answer to this question but it has been asked more frequently than I can remember during the last couple of years. I do know that it takes a lot of money to complete a four year degree, that the traditional sources of funding are increasingly a problem for many families, …
How To Prevent a Depression
Eight drastic policy measures necessary to prevent global economic collapse. None of them will be popular. By Nouriel Roubini Posted Monday, Sept. 19, 2011 The latest economic data suggest that recession is returning to most advanced economies, with financial markets now reaching levels of stress unseen since the collapse of Lehman Bros. in 2008. The …
Capital Market Insights – September 19, 2011
Here is your Weekly Insights update from Curian’s Asset Management Group. This informative capital market update is designed to help those who want to manage your own money stay informed about important developments in economics and the markets… CONTINUE READING HERE…
Social Security: Advanced Strategies
The decision on when to begin taking Social Security benefits is a complex one. The following discusses three strategies clients can consider in an effort to maximize the amount of benefits they receive. 1. Changing your mind Many people think that once they elect to receive Social Security benefits, the decision is an irrevocable one. …
Parents’ College Savings Falling Far Short of Goals
When you finish the comments below, be sure to visit the tab above called CollegeMoneyNow. There you will find a short presentation on this topic that I created to help you solve this problem. According to a study released Tuesday by Fidelity Investments, parents are ill-prepared to meet tuition costs, with their savings likely to …
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Reducing Retirement Planning Stress
The focus of this post is suggest a couple of ways to minimize the stress associated with money and retirement. I want you to think about how age can change your pre-conceived notions about retirement. Some of you have heard me describe the three stages of life: The first is when we are young and …
Capital Market Insights – September 12, 2011
Here is your Weekly Insights update from Curian’s Asset Management Group. This informative capital market update is designed to help you stay informed about important developments in economics, the markets,… CONTINUE READING HERE...
Helping Define Your Financial Future 