Archive for 'Investing'
Stacy's Stock Portfolio
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Stocks I currently own in my personal portfolio, as well as the price I paid, the date I bought them and their current value. This isn't a selective group of winners: with the exception of my retirement accounts, these are all the stocks I own.
Offshore Profits Actually Stashed in New York?
May 23, 2013 - Apple's $102 billion in "offshore" profits is actually sitting in Manhattan — but the IRS can't touch it.
Take 5: A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
May 17, 2013 - This week you'll learn how to: become a millionaire, save on meat, improve your conversational skills, save on cellphone plans, and know when interest rates will head higher.
You Got a Refund? Rethink Your Plan
May 01, 2013 - Getting a refund is a good idea only if you lack the discipline to save money on your own.
Hacked Twitter Account Moved Stock Market $136B
Apr 24, 2013 - The Dow dropped about 150 points in 2 minutes on Tuesday when a hacked news service Twitter account warned of explosions at the White House.
Study: Richest People Are the Smartest
Apr 23, 2013 - A new study finds that almost half of billionaires are among the smartest one percent.
13 Dumb Moves Investors Make
Apr 05, 2013 - Nobody's perfect. But when it comes to your life savings, the fewer of these mistakes you make, the better.
How the Great Recession Changed Our Habits
Apr 03, 2013 - Five years later, people feel more prepared for retirement and are making bigger contributions to their 401Ks. Most have less debt, too.
Heading for Financial Trouble? Take This Quick Quiz and Find Out
Apr 01, 2013 - You get a physical every year to make sure you're in good physical shape; take this test to ensure you're in good fiscal shape.
Expert: The Economy Is Picking Up Steam
Mar 14, 2013 - JP Morgan chief U.S. economist Michael Feroli says the second half of 2013 should bring more economic momentum.
Shopping for a Loan or Savings Account? Beware Online Rate Searches
Mar 13, 2013 - A percentage point difference on a mortgage rate could mean tens of thousands. That's why it's important to use online rate searches – but not until you understand how they work.
Groupon CEO Gets $378.36 Severance Package
Mar 04, 2013 - A Groupon founder, kicked out the door last week, is getting what must be the smallest severance in Wall Street history. Don't shed too many tears - he's still worth millions.
Take 5: A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
Feb 15, 2013 - A look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the Web. This week: making a career switch, affordable ways to have fun, portfolio tips, money and marriage, and raising the minimum wage.
Take 5: A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
Feb 01, 2013 - A look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the Web. This week: investing in yourself, the future of Medicaid, when to buy in bulk, credit vs. the Super Bowl, and choosing an investment manager.
13 Ways to Get More Social Security
Jan 18, 2013 - There are actions you can take today to boost your Social Security payments during retirement – adding up to thousands of extra dollars in your golden years.
