Fun isn’t a component of fundamentals. The tedious, repetitive processes are critical for all aspects of success in life and your finances. Nothing can substitute for getting your reps in. The recent World Series between the N.Y. Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers is a case in point. Both teams possess prodigious talent, but the Dodgers…
I Don’t Like Mondays …..When Is My Retirement?
Don’t make planning for retirement more complicated than necessary. Simple beats complex. Start by reading our terrific retirement links. Common criticisms of 401(k) plans are misplaced. Morningstar Your retirement plan should focus on return on experiences. Forbes Sometimes, borrowing from your 401(k) plan is OK. InvestmentNews This simple test helps predict how well you’re aging….
Overweight Perspective And Context In Your Portfolio
I don’t care about History cause that’s not where I want to be. – The Ramones Presidential Elections bring out the worst in some people. The bomb throwers take it to the next level. Nazi, Fascist, Marxist, and Communist are terms that have become part of the modern political vocabulary. Donald Trump and Kamala Harris…
Everyday Is Like Sunday…..When Is My Retirement?
Retirement is a journey, not a destination. Make sure you bring our terrific links along for the ride. Don’t bet against America. A Wealth of Common Sense Here are some Social Security Numbers you need to know. ThinkAdvisor Money Secrets hurt everyone. Sherwood It’s time for Medicare’s open enrollment. Morningstar America’s Healthcare system is ripe…
How To Avoid A Selfish Retirement
Retirement isn’t all about you. Nature proves this point. Estrangement from nature is a societal ill. Getting outside regularly and responsibly absorbing the sun’s rays is more valuable than any pill in your medicine cabinet. Unfortunately, when some of us do journey out, we end up screwing mother nature. Americans love pesticide-laden lawns and over-pruned…
Everyday Is Like Sunday…..When Is My Retirement?
Your greatest assets are your time and mind. Don’t waste time reading stuff from the prophets of doom, who are always wrong. This week’s retirement links won’t disappoint. Time Horizon is the true alpha. A Wealth of Common Sense Every retirement plan should be unique. Morgan Housel Should a reverse mortgage be a part of…
America’s Health Is A Penny Stock
Generational health is generational wealth. America is, in many ways, a wealthy nation. Our preeminence is valid if we measure wealth by material items like G.D.P., Stock Market Valuation, and Per Capita Income. Unfortunately, just because something is easy to measure doesn’t make it the top priority regarding a prosperous life. Lawrence Yeo explains this…
I Don’t Like Mondays…..When Is My Retirement?
Reality is neutral. Your perceptions determine whether you’re in heaven or hell. Reading this week’s terrific links will make your retirement a heavenly experience. How much is your pension worth? Of Dollars And Data Rich doesn’t mean having a lot of money. It means living the life you want. Noah Kagan What’s the proper amount…
Don’t Be A Market Fanboy
Everything changes, and you can’t be 100% sure of anything. I am a spoiled New York Football Giants fan. From 1976 to 2011, I saw them appear in five Super Bowls and win four. Things went south from 2012. Over the last decade, Co-Owner John Mara hired six head coaches and three General managers, which…
I Don’t Like Mondays…..When Is My Retirement?
Knowing what questions to ask about your retirement is half the battle. Read this week’s terrific links to discover the correct answers. Spreadsheets are linear, but life is lumpy. A Wealth of Common Sense Does the American Dream cost $4.4 Million? Investopedia Different countries have varying retirement ages. flowing data How to overcome the retirement fear…
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