My Comments: I’m fond on the expression that says “just because you’re paranoid doesn’t mean there isn’t someone out there trying to kill you”. I fully understand the perceived need of those charged with keeping us safe to want to use every technological means possible to identify the threats before they become reality. And I …
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Barry Ritholtz Names Three Major Market Threats
My Comments: Whatever game of life you are playing, you tend to be more successful if you can identify threats in advance and make choices to reduce or eliminate the damage when they appear. Of course, just being aware of them tends to suggest they never materialize. Just like taking your umbrella with you to …
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PPACA Premiums Lower Than Expected
My Comments: Those of you who read my posts regularly know that I am a proponent of the PPACA. I fully expect it to morph over the next several years as unexpected and unintended consequences surface. Ten years from now, it will only resemble the initial legislation. The source of this article is generally very, …
Time for a Business Push on Migrants
My Comments: First, my apologies for missing posts last Friday and yesterday. We decided at the last minute to spend a few days with friends in the Smoky Mountain foothills. Of course, it may be that none of you noticed. Here's my intro re migrants. As an immigrant myself, I’m interested in this issue. As …
Austerity: The History Of A Dangerous Idea
My Comments: For several years, I have held the position, and referenced it several times, that if the gap between the "haves" and the "have nots" in this country isn’t addressed, sooner or later it will result in social chaos. What that means is anyone’s guess at this point, but the riots in the middle …
J.P. Morgan Weekly Market Recap – June 18, 2013
my original idea was to post these every week or so. Many people like to make their own investment decisions and this recap is a great way to gain insight into what is going on globally. This weekly broadcast from J. P. Morgan will give you some insights as to what is going on right …
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Microsoft Has Just Blown its Oldest Trick
My Comments: Why, you may be asking, is Tony Kendzior devoting a blog post to Windows 8. One reason is that Microsoft is a major player in the computer industry and if you are an investor, then knowing what is happening in the computer industry may help you make better decsions about investments. Another reason …
In Snowden’s Privacy Fight, the Spies Are Likely to Win
My Comments: I just can’t seem to get worked up about the probablility that my privacy is being invaded by the government. Yes, I do have interactions with people and places that need to remain private, but none of them to my knowledge have anything to do with national security. So the fact that they …
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Nothing Is More Expensive Than A Cheap Lawyer
My Comments: There’s an old adage that “you get what you pay for...” But it doesn’t mean you should look for the most expensive under the assumption that a higher cost will mean a better advisor. Some professionals charge more simply because they can. After all, if you only want to work 50 hours a …
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Questions You Wish Clients Asked
My Comments: The title of this article implies it was directed toward me, someone who works in financial services and who has clients who depend on the skills and experience I've gained over these past many years. Those of us who profess to be professionals and assume a fiduciary role with respect to our clients, …
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