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HELP, I’M CONFUSED ABOUT INVESTING, WHAT SHOULD I DO?

Written on December 27, 2010 by Barb in bond, investing, stocks

This is my first time checking out your site (very interesting). I am so confused on what to believe or even how to evaluate my portfolio. With the international stuff going on, BP oil spill, government legislation, mid-term election quickly approaching. I don’t know what to do. Should I strap in, hold tight and hang on for the wild ride or change my strategy?

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IS THIS INVESTING STORY A WIN OR LOSS?

Written on December 18, 2010 by Barb in career, investing, stocks

Over the years, in my role as Portfolio Manager and CFO I’ve received quite a few of these “class action” notices. For those of you too young to remember, in the late 1990′s any technology related stock was considered “hot.” These issues soared to unbelievable heights causing what is now known as the “dot com bubble.”

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The Friedberg Family Portfolio-Revisited

Written on December 13, 2010 by Barb in asset allocation, bond, investing, money management, mutual funds, stocks

El Carino and I are within ten to fifteen years of retirement. Although I don’t know whether we want to retire at that time, I’m certain we would like the OPTION TO RETIRE. I am presently focused on captial preservation and modest growth.

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Perfect Investments for The Lazy Investor

Written on December 11, 2010 by Barb in bond, guest post, investing, mutual funds, personal finance

Everyone knows that keeping up with in an individual stock can be a part time job. Investing in individual stocks requires that you monitor the performance of your investment on a consistent base. You have to read quarterly reports, listen to conference calls, and stay abreast of any material changes in your stock investment. That’s a lot of work!

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How to Prepare for the Coming Inflation

Written on November 30, 2010 by Barb in bond, investing, spending

For those of you in your 20′s and 30′s, you have been fortunate to live in a time with relatively low inflation. This low inflation is unlikely to continue and the consequences for high inflation are great! Before I continue, let me state that NO ONE CAN PREDICT THE FUTURE!

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INVESTING ADVICE FROM A PRO

Written on November 19, 2010 by Barb in guest post, investing, stocks, wealth

“Wealth is created when natural resources, labor, intellectual capital, and financial capital combine to produce economic growth. As an investor, you are entitled to a share of that economic growth when your financial assets are invested in and used by the global economy. This is not a free lunch. It is your fair share of profits as compensation for putting your money to work.” Dan Goldie

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Quick Personal Finance Tip-How to Keep Your Finances Organized

Written on November 17, 2010 by Barb in personal finance, time management

I have been reading the 31 Days to a Better Blog (obviously, I’m a bit behind schedule.) for about 5 months now and one of the assignments is to solve a problem for the reader. Although, I of hope that my entire site is solving problems for the readers, I am taking the CHALLENGE.

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PERSONAL FINANCE LUMINARIES-Flexo, Consumerism Commentary

Written on October 31, 2010 by Barb in career, investing, life, make money, personal finance, Personal Finance Luminaries

Welcome to the first of a monthly series featuring in-depth interviews with the super stars of the on-line PERSONAL FINANCE universe. These interviews will educate and inform offering insight into their successes and challenges. Learn what Makes Flexo of Consumerism Commentary tick.

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Can the Average Joe/Jane Expect Price Changes When the Dollar Fluctuates?

Written on October 13, 2010 by Barb in guest post, investing

The Average Joe/Jane in America is 25 or older and has an income of $32,000 per year. With this income, Joe can afford the basics, but frugality is a necessity. Fluctuations in the Dollar’s value have gone full circle over the past year, but a forecast of continued weakening will eventually cause price increases in his most basic expenses.

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TEN STEPS YOU MUST TAKE BEFORE BEGINNING AN INVESTING PROGRAM

Written on October 11, 2010 by Barb in automatic saving, budget, debt, goal setting, investing, Yakezie

Investing is not a game, but an important activity to facilitate the accumulation of wealth. In the short run, investing is also an activity which can facilitate losing wealth.

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