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Completing the Media Feedback Loop

by Flexo

An article in the Wall Stree Journal Online mentions the buzz surrounding a book I’ve been sharing, The Number, by Lee Eisenberg. As part of a carefully planned marketing campaign, thousands of advance copies were distributed to select people in the book industry. It didn’t hurt that the author is a media-savvy former editor-in-chief of ... Continue reading this article…

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Diversification is for Amateurs

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Kiyosaki’s rich dad told him not to diversify — rather, seek out “the best” investments. The author attempts to use anecdotal evidence (“I knew a guy who… therefore everyone…”) to villify the financial planning industry. Suddenly, people without much financial education became “professional financial advisors.” School teachers, used car salesmen, housewives, and insurance agents found ... Continue reading this article…

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Don’t Stress About Investing

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Kiplinger’s presents four mantras for stress-free investing. If you’ve been feeling nervous about the stock market lately, perhaps considering these ideas will put you in a relaxed state of mind. 1. Think Long Term The longer you have until your savings deadline, the more risk you can afford to take. If your goals are decades ... Continue reading this article…

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401(k) Diversification

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Does your company offer diversified options for employees’ 401(k)s? Even after the bubble burst several years ago and many people were burned, many companies haven’t created possibilities for diversification in retirement plans. In many cases where the companies do offer a wide variety of funds, employees have not chosen to configure their accounts to allow ... Continue reading this article…

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