Financial Steps You Need to Take As You Near Retirement
"Set it and forget it" is a great strategy for crock-pots. But if you put retirement planning on autopilot you really could get burned.
29Sep
28Sep
Professionals Dismayed by Fed Decision
Financial experts can't hide their shock at Federal Reserve's continued failure of leadership, and the impact it's already having on our economy and future.
27Sep
Weeks Like This Are Why You Diversify
When it comes to investing, diversification equals protection. It's a comforting thought in a crazy market.
26Sep
Factors Influencing Markets This Week
If you thought markets were crazy before, add in insecure consumers—who carry 70% of the economy on their backs—plus a divided OPEC and run-amok oil prices. Oh, and then there's a debate...
23Sep
The Wreck of the 1715 Treasure Fleet
Florida's treacherous coast has devoured many a treasure ship. But the vast sums of gold and silver from the doomed 1715 Spanish fleet still rest tantalizingly within reach on the tempestuous ocean's floor.
23Sep
Who Buys More Gold – India or China?
These legendary rivals slug it out for the top slot in the gold-buying Olympics. But who really holds the biggest stash?
22Sep
Winners and Losers in This Week’s Rate Hike Decision
Once again the Fed's Lucy has yanked the football away from savers and retirees and, like Charlie Brown, we're flat on our assets. Is there a way to win the Fed's bait-and-psych game?
21Sep
What Does Canada’s Housing Bubble Mean for the U.S.?
It was a housing bubble that led to the disastrous Great Recession in 2008. But at least back then Canada's stability helped buoy us. This time we both may go down together.
20Sep
It’s a Coin Toss on Stock Market Meltdown this Year
This expert says there's a 50% shot the stock market will start bleeding red by December. What will you do?
19Sep
Can a Sell-Off Be a Good Thing?
The difference between a crisis and an opportunity is in how you react. Panic, and you could lose your shirt. Remain calm, and you'll see money on the table, just waiting for you to pick it up.