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Trying to Talk to Government? Good Luck
Despite a government “of the people, by the people, for the people”, I have found myself told time-and-again, “You’re on your own”.
One-Fund Investing
Either of these funds would be a good choice for a one-fund investment if you really want to keep it simple, and you could invest in both of them if you want a two-fund strategy.
The Delirious Happiness of Free Market Choice
Here is one of the most brilliant breakthroughs in all of food science and how it relates to almost every aspect of life.
Does Market Volatility Cause Post-Traumatic Stress?
The best antidote to the stress of market volatility is to understand that the markets are inherently volatile.
Fiduciary Fight Part 3: Distinguish Between Brokers And Advisors
I love that Bob Veres thinks that labeling someone as a broker or advisor would help bring clarity. It shows his optimism.
Guess What Statistic Has The Highest Correlation With The S&P 500?
David Leinweber calls this technique, “torturing the data until it screams.”
Marotta’s 2015 Gone-Fishing Portfolio
A gone-fishing portfolio keeps investing simple.
Marotta’s 2014 Gone-Fishing Portfolio Review
A review of last year’s 2014 gone fishing portfolio returns.
Marotta’s 2015 Gone-Fishing Portfolio Calculator
A gone-fishing portfolio has a limited number of investments with a balanced asset allocation that should do well with dampened volatility.
Jorge Posada And Jose Contreras Failed To Safeguard Their Finances
Their attorney, New York-based Barry Lax, says the two ballplayers are the latest professional athletes abused by predatory financial advisors.
Obama Acts Like a Mob Boss, But There Is a Solution
A mob boss exercises absolute control over his many followers and profits from the often criminal activities of his organization.
Radio: The Rising Debt of College Education
David John Marotta and Rob Schilling discussed the ways current policy makes college more unaffordable, and what students and parents can do about it.
Fiduciary Fight Part 2: Additional Congressional Regulatory Oversight Can’t Be Trusted
Congress cannot protect you from the financial sharks who contribute to their campaigns, but they may protect the sharks.
Will Roth Conversion Affect My Estimated Tax Payments?
Roth conversions are a great way to save money and if you have a good financial planner, they need not be a headache.
Ken Elzinga
Kenneth G. Elzinga. Ken is both a nationally renowned economist as well as a locally celebrated professor here in Charlottesville at the University of Virginia.