It’s nearly that time of year again. The stress. The procrastination. The arithmetic. The missing receipts. That’s right; it’s almost tax time! Filing taxes and decoding IRS lingo may be some people’s idea of a good time, but for the rest … [Read more...]
The Inverse Relationship Between Gold and the Dollar
January 11, 2010 by
Gold has been one of the hottest topics in the investing world in recent months, and with good reason. In 2009, investors received a 25 percent return on gold---the biggest absolute annual gain in three decades. Arguably, gold’s nine-year streak of … [Read more...]
How to Invest in Gold: A Beginner’s Guide
January 11, 2010 by
When you think of gold, what comes to mind? Eighteen-karat gold jewelry? Gold bricks stacked high in a vault? Sacks of gold coins used for bartering or paying tax collectors in Robin Hood's days? Or a sensible part of a modern investor's asset … [Read more...]
What to Do With A Windfall
January 8, 2010 by
Say you inherit, win, or earn $3,000, $30,000, or even $300,000. Lucky you. What should you do with a windfall of money? You may be inclined to spend it; to buy a new ride or take the trip you've been longing for. The urge to splurge is normal; … [Read more...]
A Turning Point for Gen. Y Financial Literacy?
January 6, 2010 by
Four years ago, nearly dozing off in class, I thought to myself: “What if I borrow a million dollars, hide it somewhere then declare bankruptcy?” The idea seemed as diabolically ingenious as a well-planned bank heist. And I actually considered … [Read more...]
How to Make Your Financial Resolutions Stick
January 5, 2010 by
Along with getting in shape, improving one’s personal finances is another popular New Year’s resolution. Every year, millions of Americans vow to get out of debt, save more money, or contribute more to their retirement accounts. Did you make … [Read more...]
How to Choose a Stock Broker
January 4, 2010 by
Finding the right stock broker can be overwhelming. There is a glut of brokerage companies out there---both online and full service---and each service claims to be the best. So how, exactly, can you tell which broker is right for you? As you … [Read more...]
