Budget cuts looking to be unavoidable
With only a few days before the government budget cuts are supposed to take effect, it is looking less likely that Congress will come to a compromise to avert the impact. The question is what is the real impact of this so-called sequestration? These budget cuts represent $85 billion, but the ...
What will the stock market do?
It happens every year. The so-called experts publish their predictions on what the stock market will do in the upcoming year. Many people tune in to listen and potentially use these flawed estimates to tweak their investment portfolios. The problem is that most of these prognostications are usually ...
Will Congress Ever Balance the Budget?
It looks like they may have averted the debt crisis temporarily. But, how much longer can they really kick this can down the road? It is paramount that they solve this issue soon. Not only to prevent another recession, but to save the future for generations to come. Check out this commentary for ...
The Flaw of Averages
We hear the term "average rate of return" a lot when it comes to investing, but do we really understand what "average" means? Check out this video and commentary for some perspective. ...
Why Markets Work, Starring a $2 Cup of Coffee
Check out this video — “Why Markets Work” — which briefly explains free markets and capitalism by showing the many companies and people it takes to bring you your $2 cup of coffee. ...