During the turbulent times we have and are experiencing there will be ‘experts’ telling you what is the best place for your money.  It could be gold, annuities, real estate or even a pyramid scheme…….. Sometimes it means concentrating your…

During conversations with investors I continue to hear apprehension when the subject of stocks is discussed. This apprehension or fear is completely understandable. We hear nothing but bad news from the media, the continuing battle in Washington, the liberal tone…

We all believe we can beat the market and avoid the sacrifices. Those sacrifices include saving enough and foregoing unnecessary purchases. We ask ourselves ‘why should I not have that boat or snowmobile or motorcycle or whatever everyone else has?’…

This week I am struggling to find something to write about. I don’t want to talk about politics, OMG I don’t want to talk politics. Because your investment are not affected by politics over the long term.  Over the short-term…

Some of you may notice that on occasion there are repeated messages.  Think of them more as reminders to success.  Repeating the same important message will help you internalize the message.  That said. Most investors think that long term is…

It all begins with the fear of the unknown. Fear of the Future. It is one of our most basic instincts, to fear the unknowable. This attribute keeps us alert for changes in the environment that could threaten our safety…

Recently the financial media has been extolling the need to cut expenses in your portfolio. Many experts claim if you find low cost investments and do it yourself you will improve results. While this is true most investors as evidenced…

Local weather forecasts have been lacking in accuracy as of late. This last weekend the forecast called for 8 to 12 inches. Thankfully we only receive 3 inches with extremely high winds and severe drifting. With this inaccuracy people continue…