Archive for November, 2008
Saving and Investing – 10 Simple Strategies
The AICPA’s 360 Degrees of Financial Literacy program has some really good articles and tools available to volunteers who desire to spend some of their free time promoting financial literacy education. Their 10 simple strategies for saving and investing are as follows:
1. Start Small – Anything is better than nothing. The theory of compounding rules [...]
Happenings from the Week Ended 11/14/08:
The S&P 500 Index ended down for the week, as market uncertainty continues to run wild. Between the massive bailout plans of Congress, the uncertainty of the U.S. auto companies, and unemployment on the rise, it is very difficult to be a bull in this market.
My week consisted of commencing a new due diligence project, [...]
88% of employees say they have a hard time juggling work and life
I recently finished reading “The 4-Hour Workweek” by Timothy Ferriss which I think is an extremely eye-opening read. Some of the topics he writes about may seem far-fetched at first, but I think if you step back and analyze your current situation, you will agree with more than you disagree with in his [...]
Financial Literacy & Startling Facts
“Although financial matters are probably not at the front of your minds today, the day will come when you will be responsible for managing your own or your family’s budget or when you find that you need to save to get the things you want …”
Ben Bernanke, Chairman
Federal Reserve
Huntsville Times
April 26, 2007
Yikes! Big Ben, [...]
How long until you’re a millionaire?
Bankrate.com has some really useful calculators, widgets, and other useful tools for personal financial researchers to utilize. There are many items that can be used (free) on your website or blog! Here is an example of a “How long until you’re a millionaire?” calculator, brought to you by bankrate.com.
