Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?
In fifth grade, Chief Income Strategist Marc Lichtenfeld’s son set up an account following the system that Marc outlines in his book…
Buffett Loves Occidental Petroleum… but Should We?
In mid-June, the price of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil topped $120 per barrel. Since then, $30 has been shaved off the…
Retiree Group Endorses Jan McDowell for Election to U.S. House
Cites Her Commitment to Protecting Earned Social Security and Medicare Benefits Carrollton – Members of the Alliance for Retired Americans proudly announced their endorsement…
When a Woman’s Retirement Account Becomes the Family Emergency Fund
Women break into their savings to cover all kinds of expenses: home down payments, repairs, medical bills. That can hurt them years later.
It’s Time to Take Some Hard Swings at Big Tech
This is a little weird. Two of the best market calls I’ve made recently have involved suggesting the purchase of mediocre companies and…
401k vs 403b: What’s the Difference?
There are many different retirement savings vehicles to choose from, but some of the most powerful and common vehicles are provided by an…
Don’t Worry About 5%-Yielding IBM’s Falling Free Cash Flow
At one time, International Business Machines (NYSE: IBM), better known as IBM, was the quintessential American technology company. It was known for big…
401k Withdrawal Rules: How to Avoid Penalties
401k plans and other tax-advantaged retirement savings accounts are common ways to save for retirement. Every year, millions of Americans contribute to these…