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All About Exchange Traded Funds ETFs

March 16, 2010 | by Debt Free Adventure

Exchange Traded Funds Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) are quite the rage in the investment industry right now. It’s hard to visit a page on an investment-related website without seeing an article promoting “5 Hot ETFs” or “3 ETFs Ready to Soar.” But perhaps we... read more

3 Things To Remember About Roth IRAs

March 15, 2010 | by Bible Money Matters

There’s been a lot of talk about Roth IRAs this year. Some folks still aren’t sold on them – and of course no one particular investment vehicle is right for everyone. But, for the right person, the Roth IRA is a great way to save some additional cash for re... read more

Breaking the Surface

March 12, 2010 | by Curtis Smith 0 comments

BREAKING THE SURFACE Four tips for recovering from unemployment. Any period of unemployment is fraught with stress – both personal and financial. While landing that formerly-elusive new job can be a relief, it is only the... read more

When Doing Your Own Taxes Makes Sense

March 12, 2010 | by Curtis Smith 0 comments

When Doing Your Own Taxes Makes Sense - And When It Doesn’t Tax deadline is April 15, so if you haven’t begun gathering your annual tax records it’s time to do so.  Every year, however, people’s lives change – t... read more

New Careers after Age 50 Where the Jobs Are, How to Spruce Up your Skills, and Ready your Finances for the Change

March 12, 2010 | by Curtis Smith 0 comments

New Careers After Age 50 Where The Jobs Are, How to Spruce Up Your Skills and Ready Your Finances for the Change During the recent recession, many have found themselves back in the job market after age 50 due to... read more

February 2010 Monthly Economic Update

March 12, 2010 | by Curtis Smith 0 comments

Monthly Economic Update for February, 2010 The month in brief. We saw a very pleasant 180º from January. New M&A action, nice corporate profits and the possibility of a rescue for Greece helped the market. By th... read more

8 Financial Goals for Your 30s

March 10, 2010 | by Financial Highway

I turned 30 at the end of last year. Reaching this milestone has really got me thinking about what I want to accomplish in the coming decade — especially in terms of finances. I made a lot of money mistakes while in my 20s, but, for the most part, those are r... read more

Investor Psychology: Missing Out on Profits is More Frightening than Losing Money

March 9, 2010 | by Steadfast Finances

I ran across an interesting bit of research today suggesting that one of the leading ways investors get suckered into investment bubbles, and subsequently decimate our annual performance, is that we are far too concerned with being left out of the money making... read more

Don’t Miss The IRA Contribution Deadline For 2010

March 8, 2010 | by Consumer Boomer

Don’t miss the IRA contribution deadline! Make sure you make your 2009 IRA contribution before April 15! With stocks performing so well these days, fully funding your IRA for 2009 (and 2010) could mean a tremendous boost toward saving for retirement. If your ... read more

How Fast the Markets Recover

March 5, 2010 | by Curtis Smith 0 comments

HOW FAST THE MARKETS RECOVER A look at how the markets have rebounded through the years. The stock market is amazingly resilient. You might be surprised at how fast the stock market can change … for... read more

Are you Prepared for the Nine Minute Phone Call?

March 5, 2010 | by Curtis Smith 0 comments

Caregiving 101: Helping Older Relatives Articulate Their Long-Term Care Wishes In the coming months, preparation has begun for a presentation to my NAPFA colleagues... read more

How Your Personality Affects Your Financial Decision Making

March 5, 2010 | by Curtis Smith 0 comments

How Your Personality Affects Your Financial Decision-Making All investors are not created equal. That’s why many fiduciary fee-only CFP® start their initial client meeting... read more

Don't Miss the Match

March 5, 2010 | by Curtis Smith 0 comments

Don't Miss the Match! Are you taking full advantage of your company’s 401(k)? The 401(k) plan is one of the most widely-utilized wealth creation tools offered Americans. These retirement savings pla... read more

Downsizing Isn't All About Stuff

March 5, 2010 | by Curtis Smith 0 comments

Downsizing Isn’t All About Stuff: It Can Be a Smart Financial Move, Too As people move into their 50s and 60s, priorities change. The hours spent on home improvements and the sheer time necessary to maintain a full-... read more

Breaking the Surface

March 5, 2010 | by Curtis Smith 0 comments

BREAKING THE SURFACE Four tips for recovering from unemployment. Any period of unemployment is fraught with stress – both personal and financial. While landing that formerly-elusive new job can be a relief, it is... read more


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