Of all the forms of potential economic gloom and doom, stagflation is among the most concerning. But what is it exactly? What causes stagflation? And...
Financial
From expert advice on investments and budgeting to discussions about economic trends and retirement planning, these articles aim to equip readers with the knowledge they need to manage their personal finances, make informed monetary decisions, and otherwise navigate the complexities of the financial world. Whether readying savings for the future or maneuvering day-to-day costs, the insightful advice equips readers to take control of their fiscal picture and achieve economic stability.
All Financial Articles
What Is Par Value?
Investors who buy bonds obtain a key piece of information that the purchasers of most other investments don’t get—they know precisely how much money the...
The Rule of 72
Want to double your investment money? Follow the rule of 72. It’s a quick and convenient shortcut to estimate how long an investment you own...
Money Mistakes…and What You Can Learn from Them
Even the most accomplished financial professionals make money mistakes. Warren Buffett’s right-hand man Charlie Munger once said, “There’s nothing that produces wisdom more thoroughly than...
Do You Need Title Lock Insurance?
Chances are you’ve seen online ads warning of identity thieves who will try to steal your home right out from under you. According to the...
Debt Consolidation
You’ve probably seen the ads—debt-settlement companies promise to help people who are drowning in debt slash the amount they owe. These services can be a...
You Can Win with Low-Maintenance Stocks
Few investors embrace the mantra, Less is more or have been more successful at it than Eddy Elfenbein. Since 2005, Elfenbein has trounced the S&P 500 index....
Rule of 55: What You Should Know for Early Retirement
People who are looking for information on how to retire early often perk up when they hear about the “Rule of 55,” an exception that...
Dr. Allen Sinai’s Economic Forecast for 2025
What’s the outlook for the economy and the two-year-old equity bull market after President Donald Trump’s shocking political comeback and a Republican sweep of Congress? “Firing...
The 50% Rule
Should you put your money in stocks or bonds? How about investing a windfall all at once…or spreading it out in regular fixed amounts over...
Counterintuitive Stock Market Wisdom
Remember the episode of the TV sitcom Seinfeld when perpetual failure George Costanza realized his life would turn around if he would act counter to his own...
HMO vs. PPO Insurance: What’s the Difference?
When choosing your health insurance coverage each year, you often must decide between two different types—a health maintenance organization (HMO)…or a preferred provider organization (PPO)....
