2008 was a very interesting year to say the least. Possibly the most productive outcome of the year was the restless message of "rethink things" coming from the little voice beckoning each of us in our minds. Myth #1... The SEC keeps investment information honest and accurate The Securities and … [Read more...] about The Top 5 Investing Myths of 2008
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When the economy attacks: Fed fights back with toy gun
Today the Federal Reserve lowered their key rate to 0%. Huh? How does our economy work when money is lent for no interest? Well, they technically lowered the key rate to a range of 0% to 0.25%. This is the first time the Fed's key rate has been this low ever. Without getting into a long, complex … [Read more...] about When the economy attacks: Fed fights back with toy gun
I am thankful for…
...our current circumstances. Rather than ignore the current economic problems, I choose to acknowledge this elephant in the living room during our Thanksgiving holiday. We are bombarded with headlines like "What will fix our economic problems?" It is absolutely silly. The recession is the solution … [Read more...] about I am thankful for…
CPI Explained – Part 1 – Hedonics
While the measurement of inflation varies wildly depending on which economist you talk to, here we will examine the official figures published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS): CPI or Consumer Price Index. The purpose of publishing CPI is to measure inflation and/or deflation, the decreased … [Read more...] about CPI Explained – Part 1 – Hedonics
3 Reasons why today is the best time in human history for immense personal wealth and freedom
While there are many people finding themselves more fearful than ever, there are others who are more excited than ever. Here's why... The rules of safety and courage have changed. Since the industrial revolution, employee-ism has surged. During this time, getting a job to work for somebody else … [Read more...] about 3 Reasons why today is the best time in human history for immense personal wealth and freedom
Asset-based thinking in the real economy
I'm reposting some of my thoughts from a blog comment discussion from last week. I agree with the perspective that our currency should go back to being pegged to gold. This would force individuals, corporations, and governments to play by the same rules of economics. The side effect is that we … [Read more...] about Asset-based thinking in the real economy
World Markets to close?
In a Bloomberg article today, Italain Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi said world leaders are considering the closing of world markets so they can rewrite the rules of how they work. He claims the solution can't be for one country, but instead it must be global. As terrorism and financial terrorism … [Read more...] about World Markets to close?
How to vote against the bailout
Don't call or write your Senator or representative Don't sign any petitions online Don't join a consumer advocacy organization Our government is not one for the people anymore, and we must oppose the bailing out of failing, irresponsible, fraudulent corporations. Reasons to vote against the … [Read more...] about How to vote against the bailout