The Lessons Of History
By Jack BoboAbout 30 years ago, John Gardner popularized the phrase, "One man can do anything."
July 02, 2009
More seniors tapping home equityThe current economic crisis is leading many older Americans to take value out of their homes via home-equity loans or reverse mortgages. It is unclear, however, whether these homeowners are tapping their equity as part of a larger strategy or as a last resort.
July 02, 2009
Beware too much touchy, feelyConventional wisdom puts investment performance second to the "therapy" approach to financial planning. It dictates you know as much as you can about client...
July 02, 2009
Old and in the wayHow old is old? Examiner.com's indispensable Paul Briand calls attention to a new Pew study that found for Baby Boomers age 50 to 64, it...
July 01, 2009
Seniors should prepare for long term care needs.44% of pre-retirees will be at risk of not having enough savings to maintain their current lifestyles once they retire, excluding health care and long term care costs.
July 01, 2009
A lifetime of independenceNow that the tax season has passed and the demands of the holidays are far behind us, we can take a moment to reflect on the blessings of Independence Day.
July 01, 2009
Coalition praises anti-151A legislationThe Coalition for Indexed Products has voiced its support to a newly introduced companion bill to the Meeks-Price Bill, designed to defeat the SEC's 151A efforts. Bill S.1389, introduced June 29 by Senator Ben Nelson (D-NE) and cosponsored by
July 01, 2009
More seniors tapping home equityThe current economic crisis is leading many older Americans to take value out of their homes via home-equity loans or reverse mortgages. It is unclear, however, whether these homeowners are tapping their equity as part of a larger strategy or as a last resort.
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