The Roller Coaster Effect
The Fed injects into the marketplace that the US economy is growing quicker than expected and the Wall Street crowd assumes that the roller coaster is oiled and ready for a ride.
Author Archive: Mark Dennis, CFP®
Bitcoins and Tulips
In search for a workable digital currency to replace fiat money, Bitcoin has attracted too many negative influences to survive the longterm.
Federal Deficit Ballooning Out of Control – or Is It?
Spending is down as a result of sequestration and prior spending cuts and tax is up 12% over last year says Goldman Sachs.
Marriage & Money: A Balancing Act
If you are planning to get married or have recently tied the knot, here are some financial thoughts to consider.
Correlation Diversification Frustration
Even though sometimes certain investment classes seem totally independent, yet correlate closely upon closer look.
The Strain and Drain of Hidden 401k Fees
The DOL is working on proposals that would require those who give investment advice, to act in the best interests of future retirees, while also banning sales commissions.
Sunrise Rotary Plants Community Vegetable Garden
The new community garden location has irrigation and sun all year, which will certainly add to the success of the garden’s production.
Chicken Little Doomsday Prophecy a Real Turkey
With the advice to get out of the stock market, Reagan’s Budget Director David Stockman, supports economic doomsday thinking.
News Leader Publisher Visits Sunrise Rotary
Rotary Club of Amelia Island Sunrise featured News Leader publisher, Foy Malloy, as guest speaker during the club’s March meeting.
Federal Reserve Surprisingly Profitable
The Fed’s liabilities include cash that commercial banks are required to keep on deposit at the Fed at 0.25% interest,earning them 3.25% on average.
Cyprus, Island of Debt
Cyprus’ insolvency has become the next global challenge for the Euro with more entangled international interests.
New Stock Market Heights No Big Deal
Stock Market records are meaningless to investment professionals and people who make a living giving investment advice.
Advance Directives are for Everyone
An Advance Directive specifies your personal preferences in regard to acceptable and unacceptable medical treatments.
State Tax Exodus
As high profile citizens denounce their citizenship over taxes and liberties, regular folks seek less taxes and better living in other state.
How to Painlessly Pay Off Your Mortgage
Surprisingly small additional monthly payments can make a very substantial difference in paying off your mortgage early.