My 10 Favorite Articles from 2015
I wrote quite a few articles this past year. Today I wanted to provide a list of my favorite posts of 2015. All of these are from my blog, The Diligent Advisor, and all are from 2015. Perhaps you missed... Read More →
Thankfully Retailers Staying Closed on Thanksgiving
Every year I look forward to my favorite holiday…Thanksgiving. Two years ago in my turkey day article titled, Retailers Are Ruining Thanksgiving, I wrote about retailers opening for the holiday. Unfortunately, more and more retailers have followed. Macy’s and Target... Read More →
I Still Know What You Did (with your money) Last Summer
Every good slasher movie spawns a sequel! My article from last week I Know What You Did (with your money) Last Summer has done it this week in time for Halloween! Last week we revealed a few things we cover... Read More →
Rethink Loaning Money to Family and Friends
Don’t do it. That’s the first thought that flashes through your mind. A cautionary thought that is faster than a bug hitting a windshield! Whether it’s a buddy needing a little weekend cash, or an adult child that has some... Read More →
Stranded But Making Memories
Every once in a while I like to stray from my normal type of blog and discuss, in the words of Monte Python; “Now for something completely different.” This past week my wife was going to visit an old family... Read More →
Money Equals Choices
The one financial concept I preach to my kids constantly is – having money equals choices. Lack of money means limited or no choices. Think about this for a minute. The wealthy can hire better attorneys, better financial advisors and have... Read More →
Money Isn’t the Root of all Evil…it’s Procrastination
We’ve all heard the phrase, “Money is the root of all evil.” After 22 years of counseling hundreds of investors and savers, I’m pretty sure it’s procrastination. Procrastination can kill you when it comes to saving. Putting off saving, investing... Read More →
What’s In Your Wallet?
A couple of years ago I was asked, “What’s in your wallet?” I wasn’t being asked if I had the best rewards credit card. I was talking to my doctor at the time, complaining of lower back pain. When I showed him... Read More →
New Year, New Me Crap Again
Every New Year people make resolutions to lose weight, improve their finances and strengthen their relationships. I call it the New Year, New Me Crap. We all want a fresh start with a New Year. However, most people who get... Read More →
Christmas Spirit
I recently watched Charles Dickens A Christmas Story. I’ve probably seen various versions of it a million times. I’m sure you have too. Old Bob Cratchett possessed the Christmas Spirit year round. He was happy with his family and the... Read More →