Investing psychology is a fascinating topic. In a portfolio management class in the past, we learned that psychology is one of the biggest reasons for increased investment losses. Investors are often apprehensive when it comes to selling a stock for a loss, as it might come back. They are also afraid to sell when the […]
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The IRS has made some changes to the rules for capital gains taxes on the sale of investments. The terms FIFO and LIFO might confuse you, but luckily you have me to explain them to you.
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Over the last few months, I kept debating on getting rid of cable. I rarely watched it. I spent a ton of money on it. What was the real reason? I was just throwing money away. Well, the time has come. Goodbye Comcast. It was nice horrible being your customer.
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If you are getting a loan, or have a credit card, or have money in a bank account, or partake in any number of other financial activities, you have seen the term interest rate thrown around. Interest rates are one of the most important financial concepts, and understanding where they come from is important to your financial future.
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Walmart is one of the most hated companies in America. People constantly attack its human resources practices and the leverage it puts on suppliers. However, Walmart is a company that changed the world. It revolutionized retail and has earned the top spot on the Fortune 500 list for a reason.
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I like to think of the government as a giant, non-profit business. Every single American is a customer. As customers, the government’s job is to keep us happy. As a business it is responsible for keeping itself “profitable” and viable for the future.
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