"You have the same number of hours in a day as Buffet, Gates, and Trump. How do you spend yours?" Renegade Financial Planner has launched a "Pearls of Wisdom" series which is a private collection of quotes, stories, and motivational messages created to inspire you … [Read more...] about Free “Daily Inspirations” Launched!
New Bank Fees Means Banks Make Money On Your Money Twice (or is it Three Times!)
According to the Charlotte Observer, a Pulitzer Prize winning news paper in, you guessed it, Charlotte, North Carolina, (also the home base for Bank of America, the nation's largest bank by deposits), bank customers better get ready to cough up more in fees to cover purchases … [Read more...] about New Bank Fees Means Banks Make Money On Your Money Twice (or is it Three Times!)
Identity Theft and Charge Cards Are A Tempting Team
Although issuing credit has been around forever, the charge card, as we know it, was invented by a Brooklyn boy (a banker) back in 1946 (as the story goes). Today, the convenience has turned into one of nightmare for innocent citizens and law enforcers. First, its caused … [Read more...] about Identity Theft and Charge Cards Are A Tempting Team
Will Michelle Obama’s War On Obesity Be Another Whopper-Sized Disappointment?
When the first lady took a stand on childhood obesity, I thought this could be good. The American diet is an abomination but, then again, I’m not going to come down on McDonald’s as I respect the company, if nothing else, for its generous contributions to charity. McDonald's is … [Read more...] about Will Michelle Obama’s War On Obesity Be Another Whopper-Sized Disappointment?
Why Is Barack Waging War on Class Society
Why does our government declare so many "wars?" There's a war on poverty. A war on drugs. Now it looks like we've got a war on middle class. Or "class warfare." That's a pretty term some pundits have dubbed it. Now I ask, do you like being labeled as being in a … [Read more...] about Why Is Barack Waging War on Class Society
Wall Street Journal: Majority of IPO’s in 2011 Already Underwater! (Part 2)
Growing up I learned to remain unfazed at the ups and downs of the fluctuating stock markets. Thus is the life of a stock broker, which my mother was. Peaks and valleys is the name of the game. And if you don't know how to ride the waves, you hest find another source of … [Read more...] about Wall Street Journal: Majority of IPO’s in 2011 Already Underwater! (Part 2)
Wall Street Journal: Majority of IPO’s in 2011 Already Underwater! (Part 1)
When LinkedIn went public in May, its shares opened at $45 (making it relatively affordable for the average investor), topped at $122.70 and closed at $94 per share on it’s first day. Better than a 100% profit is not bad for a days work. Although LinkedIn is not necessarily my … [Read more...] about Wall Street Journal: Majority of IPO’s in 2011 Already Underwater! (Part 1)
30,000 To Lose Jobs From B of A’s “Efficiency Program”!
Squeezing the middle class from all sides has become the go-to legislation for Congress and Big Corporation. And this week is no exception. In case you missed it, B of A announced that they're implementing an “efficiency program.” And what does that play-on-words … [Read more...] about 30,000 To Lose Jobs From B of A’s “Efficiency Program”!
Bankruptcy Trustee’s: A Bustling Business
When I went before a bankruptcy trustee<font-size="4"> this past Friday, you could see in his eyeballs this was not a case he wanted to spend time on. My case is more complicated than the average Joe who gets a paycheck, racks up debt, and now wants a fresh start. Or the … [Read more...] about Bankruptcy Trustee’s: A Bustling Business
Hurricane Irene Slams The East Coast: Millions Are Ordered To Evacuate
Although my heart and prayers go out to those in the path of Hurricane Irene, I have to share that I am also concerned about what the damage will cost us and wondering where are we going to get that money? With congress out on vacation, I’m sure they’ll just fax in their … [Read more...] about Hurricane Irene Slams The East Coast: Millions Are Ordered To Evacuate
Is Allen West Correct When He Calls Our Government The 21st Century Slave Master?
Lieutenant Colonel Allen West, aka Representative West of Florida’s 22nd congressional district, made reference recently that I had bet would stir controversy. Yet it barely made the press. Crickets! And what was that gutsy, voice of experience reference Rep. West made? … [Read more...] about Is Allen West Correct When He Calls Our Government The 21st Century Slave Master?
To Be Or Not To be. That Is The Question Regarding Tolerance of The Mosque at Ground Zero!
The day Bin Laden was captured, I very likely could have been the last to know. I quit turning on the news long ago and hadn't hopped online yet. But there were other signs -- plenty of them. Something was up. There was a rumble, if you will, in the street. There was … [Read more...] about To Be Or Not To be. That Is The Question Regarding Tolerance of The Mosque at Ground Zero!