It is no secret to Narrow Bridge readers that I am a fan of Warren Buffet. His investing strategies have helped him grow investments from family and friends in Omaha into the company with the seventh largest revenue in the United States. As the debate moves forward on dealing with United States debt, the second richest American has voiced strong opinions on how to fix the problem.
Buffet and the Great Tax Debate Read More »
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.
Accounting for Stock Sales: New Rules to Confuse Read More »
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.
The National Debt and Taxes – A Solution Read More »
I was wondering what your take is on borrowing from a 401K to pay off credit cards. Everything I’ve read says not to but 1) I have an interest rate on one card that is 27%; 2) I’d be paying myself back an annual rate higher than anything I’m getting now. So why not?
Take a Loan on your 401(k)? Read More »
Almost every investment firm offers a 529 account. They talk about how great it is and how everyone should have one. Most people have no idea how a 529 works or what it is. This post will give you a breakdown on the basics of a 529 and what you need to know if you are going to get started with this type of account.
What The Heck is a 529 Anyway? Read More »
If you are like me, you have a big stack of US savings bonds that has been accumulating dust in a safe deposit box since you were born. If you are under 30, those are still gaining interest today. But what should we do with our savings bonds? I never thought to cash mine in until I got to grad school, and that promted quite a bit of research into how to deal with finding the value, paying the taxes, and cashing in my bonds. I will take you through the process I went through up to today, the day I take my bonds to the bank.
How To Deal With US Savings Bonds Read More »
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