Who would have thought, amidst a relatively quiet quarter-end, that the splashiest market news would come from the launch of a book tour? As Michael Lewis promoted his book “Flash Boys” on “60 Minutes,” he... Read More
Our Voice of Financial Reason
Wed, 04/02/2014
Thu, 03/20/2014
March has truly gone mad as the inimitable Warren Buffett has teamed up with Quicken Loans to produce perhaps one of the most brilliant marketing boondoggles and at the same time... Read More
Tue, 03/04/2014
In terms of adult development theory, life after 50 is typically a pivotal stage when individuals rethink the direction their lives are taking, confront their own mortality, and dare to ask themselves, “Am I really happy?” However, what distinguishes Baby... Read More
Mon, 03/03/2014
A perennially hot topic in personal finance is the debate over whether to buy or rent a home. Today, my point of view is likely a minority one. I believe you should seriously consider owning your home.
This is a significant issue. For most people, housing... Read More
Wed, 02/26/2014
Life is a continuum—an accumulation of experiences that shape how we view ourselves, our families, and our world. When we reflect on these experiences, we come to realize that our lives have been—and will be—permeated by change.
Therefore, it is... Read More
Sat, 02/01/2014
Financial capability is defined as the capacity—based on knowledge, skills, and access—to manage financial resources effectively.
All parents, of course, hope their children will grow up to be financially responsible, savvy, and confident adults. ... Read More
Tue, 01/28/2014
Alan Spector and Keith Lawrence wrote Your Retirement Quest based on a decade of research and interviews with more than 200 retirees. For more about Alan and... Read More
Fri, 01/24/2014
I recently got a new smartphone. In the setup process, I was presented with all sorts of options. Selecting a language was pretty easy, but I had to think harder about some of the other ones. Did I want the phone to use my location? Did I want to share data... Read More
