How to use your money to invest in stocks, bonds, mutual funds, real estate, and other areas.
Dearest Tyler, I am writing this letter as you have been hard to reach. Being forced to stay at home is not what you or anyone wants to do. As the coronavirus has spread, we as a family have essentially … Read More
A recession is a more than likely economic outcome caused by coronavirus. The swiftness of the impact of COVID-19 on our communities is unprecedented in modern times. This virus is a serious natural disaster spreading on a global scale. The … Read More
Each year I read Chairman and CEO Warren Buffett’s annual letter to Berkshire Hathaway’s shareholders upon its release. For many reasons, I do so as a shareholder, an investor, a former equity analyst, and a professor. Teaching finance to college … Read More
Dearest Alex, I am writing this letter filled with my love and admiration for you. You are nearly an adult but you will always be my child. In recent months I have seen you blossom in many wonderful ways, having … Read More
Generation Z is now in grade school, college, and just entering the workforce. Born between 1995-and 2010, Gen Z (also known as Internet Generation, “iGen” or “Post-Millennials”) follows other generations, each extremely distinct when considering attributes, values, and goals. This … Read More
“Whether talking about socks or stocks, I like buying quality merchandise when it is marked down.” Warren Buffett As a college professor, I assign reading and a paper on the legendary Berkshire Hathaway’s CEO and Chairman Warren Buffett’s latest Letter … Read More
Do you know what’s in your employer’s benefits package? It’s often worth more than you think. Getting a competitive salary is important, but prospective employees should look at their employer’s benefits package as part of their compensation. You are fortunate … Read More
We have a lot of choices when selecting investment vehicles for 529 Savings Plan, 401 K retirement accounts and investment accounts. Gaining In Popularity Increasingly, target date funds have become popular with investors. Their assets surpassed $1 trillion in 2017. … Read More
“Lost time is never found again.” Benjamin Franklin “Time is money,” but they have differences in our minds. Asking someone, “How did you spend your time today?” is acceptable, while “How did you spend your money today?” is not. … Read More
Yes, the gender gap remains in the usual places for women. They get less pay, need career pauses with time out for children and other dependents yielding lower savings for retirement. Despite facing challenges, women are gaining ground. They are … Read More
“The intelligent investor is a realist who sells to optimists and buys from pessimists.” Benjamin Graham “The stock market is a device to transfer money from the impatient to the patient.” Warren Buffett The financial markets are always in … Read More