Published 17 July, 2008 in Financial Success, Getting ahead, Reader's Questions, Savings
Q: Where’s the best place to protect my money from inflation?
A: Although the stock market has outpaced inflation in the past, the stock market’s returns are too volatile to only invest in the market.
In the past, investors had few options for shelter. Today, however, the government sells TIPS and Series I bonds which compensate investors [...]
1 Comment
Published 24 April, 2008 in Getting ahead, Savings
It all started innocently enough…
I just stopped in for soda, for my long drive home.
But as I entered, I was confronted with shelf after shelf stripped bare. Did I unknowingly step across a border? This wasn’t the type of store I was accustomed to seeing in America.
As I looked to my right, I saw a [...]
2 Comments
Published 16 January, 2008 in Financial Success, Getting ahead, Savings
One of the most ironic aspects of modern life is the lack of instruction on how to handle money, especially considering the consequences of poor money management.
There are only three things people can do with money: spend it, give it, and keep it.
The proper balance is important. If you spend everything, you’re broke. If [...]
6 Comments