Weekend Reading – Market Just Won’t Stop Edition

Following a 50% runup in equities from the March lows, I figured it was time to start hedging my trading portfolio, so I entered into a ratio spread with a potential 2200% return on an outlay of less than $200 (check out for more basics on How to Trade Options ), but alas, I’m eventually going to start hedging myself into a loss, as this market just keeps running.  I don’t lose sleep over it because my trading portfolio is a fraction of my retirement portfolio and the kids’ 529 plans, so net-net, it’s good to be moving up.  So, with that backdrop on this week’s dedication, here are some of my favorite reads from blogs I follow: Consider your loved ones when acting like a Finance Freak, a Frugal Freak, or whatever type of freak you are.  I’m glad someone said it.  It’s a good article highlighting the fact that your actions aren’t only impacting you, but the people around you! California’s in for a wild ride – this article provides a nice visual and background for what’s going on in California regarding budget woes from the Silicon Valley blogger herself. Monavie – Sue Me !  God forbid someone questions the efficacy of a product that has no proven benefit yet costs an arm and a leg.  This Lazy Man’s getting NastyGrams and he’s not taking it laying down.  Kind of reminds me of my fun with Shop To Earn ’s critique. What is your time really worth? That’s a good question.  Weakonomics

takes on some of the common methods that people value their time and justify their expenditures. Why You should use a Headhunter/Recruiter – this article outlines 10 good reasons and some personal perspective to back up this notion.  Go it alone at your own peril! Managing Your Risk – with a glide scope, great description and visuals.  Worth checking out to see how your diversification/risk tolerance matches up. Trying to sell your house? Check out these 9 tips on how to do it effectively. 10 Stocks Raising Their Dividends – I love checking out these lists.  Always a couple gems in their for my high yield portfolio. Comparing MPG for Alternative Fuel Vehicles – a really nice, well designed article and inset tools to perform calculations – and keep the EPA honest! Getting Your Loan Modified By Your Lender may be much easier than you think.  20smoney highlights some RIDICULOUS deals his buds have gotten while he’s stuck with his (the horror!) 4.75% rate.  Just kidding, I’d ask myself the same question – the grass is always greener, especially when you’re a taxpayer funding this stuff! Related posts: Cash for Appliances is Coming – Hold Off on that Purchase! How do Stock Options Work? Trade Calls and Puts – Part 1 Are you Efficient? Save Time by Applying Lean Thinking to Everyday Life Best Weekly Links in Money and Investing: Swine Flu Redux Edition Weekly Links – Market Tipping Point Edition

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Weekend Reading – Market Just Won’t Stop Edition