Category Archives: Personal Finance

Are You Paid for Being Productive?

Are you paid for being productive? With all the focus on “productivity” these days, one would think that being more productive would be recognized by employers and rewarded. The answer – not so much… Hat Tip to B. Ritholtz Click … Continue reading

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Banks Charge for Deposits

It was only a matter of time, but we are starting to see actual NEGATIVE interest rates on bank account balances. On August 6th, the Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (BK) announced a new annual fee will be charged on … Continue reading

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Preparing for a Complete Meltdown

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Learning How to Invest the Right Way

Learning how to invest is not just about buying and selling stocks. On my website, I mention several times that investing is an entire process, with trading (i.e. buying and selling) just one small piece. To that end, I laid … Continue reading

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Goal Setting Template

A goal setting template can be a great help to people just starting out. Maybe you’re stuck in a rut, and want to try something new. Maybe you’ve set goals and resolutions in the past, and only come up disappointed. … Continue reading

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Why Health Care Is Not Affordable – Part II

Yesterday, I posed the question: “Ever wonder why health care is not affordable?” Today, I’ll link you to the second infographic from Medical Billing and Coding; entitled “Why Your Stitches Cost $1,500 – Part II”. Whether or not you agree … Continue reading

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