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  If You Buy and Sell Individual Stocks, Do You Know the Insider Trading Rules? Sep 25, 2020

If you don't, you may be surprised to learn that you (or someone you talk to) perhaps broke the law...

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  Marijuana, Mental Illness, and Violence Feb 5, 2019

Tell Your Children: The Truth About Marijuana, Mental Illness, and Violence
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  Allegiant Airlines: Looking to Save Money Flying a Cheap, Discount or Budget Airline? Apr 16, 2018

60 Minutes Report suggest you don't fly Allegiant Airlines due to high level of safety problems
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Worth Examining

  The Best Medicine for Alzheimer’s May Not Come From the Pharmacy Nov 12, 2024

New research shows great improvement in memory function from one lifestyle change
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  An Often Overlooked but Highly Valuable Aspect of Estate Planning Jun 21, 2024

And, the best news is that you don't need costly lawyers to do this
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  "A Rising Stock Market Doesn't Help All Americans" Jun 21, 2024

Why not make more/all Americans stockholders?
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The Straight Scoop

  What Should You Do With Depressed Long-Term Bonds? Jun 11, 2024

Q: With the rising federal funds rate over the last two years, the bond funds in my IRA have performed poorly. They have lost about 28% of their value. This makes me question the wisdom of putting about 50% of my IRA investments into bonds with the other 50% in stocks...
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  Should You Embrace New Research That Advocates All-Stock Porfolio? Feb 26, 2024

Q: What are your thoughts on this article that suggests investing in all stocks with 50% U.S. and 50% international? I’ve never been too excited by bonds...
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  The Greatly Misunderstood Risks of Investing Jan 29, 2024

Fear over recent, severe stock market declines; online and media opportunists worsen such situations
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Using the News

  Coming to Terms with a (Possible 2nd) Donald Trump Presidency Jan 19, 2024

Keeping your wits and composure so that you make sound financial decisions
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  How is Recent Media Darling & Money Manager Cathie Wood Doing Now? Nov 6, 2023

Investors poured billions into her Ark Invest funds in first year of pandemic
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  Understanding Reduced Tax Savings in Home Ownership Under New Tax Laws Oct 17, 2023

Making sense of the lowered tax deductions for mortgage interest and property taxes
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Preferred Portfolios

  Investing in Real Estate Without Landlord Responsibilities and Headaches Nov 11, 2024

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and REIT Funds
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  Bank Account Audit: Are You Throwing Money Away? Nov 11, 2024

With the rise in interest rates, review what you’re getting on your savings
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  Asset Allocation: Getting Your Financial Assets Allocated Jun 18, 2024

Here's how to make the best decision on your specific recipe or mix of investments
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Guru Watch

  Dave Ramsey's "Endorsed Local Providers (ELPs)" Nov 10, 2023

He's on radio and television dispensing financial advice...and directing unsuspecting listeners to investment brokers providing him kickbacks
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  The Social Media Cesspool of Stock Tips and Stock Promoters Nov 22, 2021

Understanding the dangers of online stock hucksters
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  Update: The Worth of Jim Cramer's Advice Nov 11, 2021

Former hedge fund manager and Goldman Sachs' employee Jim Cramer has a TV and Internet following for his stock picks. How good are his stock picks and advice?
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Books/Research and Summaries

  The Promise of Stock Market Timing: Buying Low and Selling High Nov 11, 2024

How often do you have to be correct with stock market timing to beat buy-and-hold?
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  What Asset Types Best Diversify a Stock Portfolio? Mar 25, 2024

Are bonds the best diversifier or some other asset class?
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  Are Stocks Under or Over Valued and Which Types of Stocks are Best Current Investments? Feb 8, 2024

Should you emphasize growth vs value, or small cap vs large cap?
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