seven ways to get your finances in order for 2004
The IRS way to pay less tax
end of year tax tips
Make Money in 2004
2003 has been a year of great growth for the economy and the markets, in stark contrast to 2002. How can you best take advantage of what we forecast for 2004?
Where there’s a will, there’s a way
The key to creating harmony is the discussion
Kippers
Some adult children regard parents’ money as a birthright and feel entitled to have at least some of it now.
MiSDU
Michigan’s new child support system won’t be getting better any time soon
Child support arrearages
Michigan as the 3rd worst state for collecting child support
Avoiding identity theft
useful information on avoiding identity theft
Why Dividends Matter
Dividend-paying stocks have appealed to investors since the beginning of equity investing. Historically investors judged a company’s dividend yield as a predicatable and tangible return compared with the uncertainties of earnings growth. Moreover, it used to be that investors could…
Preparing for retirement
how prepared you are for retirement
Six Secrets to Smart Investing
1. Set Goals Determine how much you will need and when you will need it. Monitor your financial plan frequently and adjust as required, at least annually. 2. Start Now Take advantage of the “magic” of compounding. While you may…
Urban legends
Urban Legends persist long beyond their actual lifecycle. Perhaps this is also the case with the core CPI concept. Evidence over the past five years suggests that the calculation and the application of the core CPI need to be realigned.…
Want to be wealthy?
children are a lousy investment