How to Deal with Market...

Sound Mind Investing gives suggestions for handling stock market turbulence as follows: Remember that market down turns, while unpleasant, are a normal part of investing in stocks. Understand that even severe bear markets aren’t insurmountable obstacles for long-term investors....

How Middle East Turmoil...

You don’t have to drive 100 miles a day to notice just how high gas prices have risen. Experts are predicting that we’ll see them continue to climb, especially with summer approaching. After I pay more at the pump, I go home to watch the news to learn about international...

Get $150 Back with a Ch...

Just wanted to share the news that the Chase Freedom® Visa is now offering a $150 cash back bonus (ugh! I “only” received $100 when I got my card a few months ago.) I usually don’t highlight credit card offers, but since this card is one I use personally as part of my...

The Efficient Market Hy...

How often have you read or heard news about a major company like Apple or Google and felt compelled to buy or sell the company’s stock? You want to invest in a company with a promising future, but once a story hits the news, is it already too late? For years, financial experts have...

Retirement Savings Cont...

Uncle Sam wants you… to save for retirement . But since it’s no cheap feat, the “saver’s credit” (or, in IRS parlance, Credit for Qualified Retirement Savings Contributions) can help by giving you a head start with up to $1,000 in tax benefits. All you need...

A Reminder: Networking ...

In talking about job searches, MSNBC says the following about networking : Just posting stuff on Facebook is not serious networking. Sorry. If you want to find a gig you have to put yourself out there and meet people face to face. Stefanie Smith, an executive consultant-coach, suggested...