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Saturday School: Why You Cannot Separate Risk and Reward
Money Talks News on February 2, 2018
To make the biggest amount of money, you have to risk losing your shirt. Watch this video to find out why this is true.
Ask Stacy: Are Online Retirement Calculators Reliable?
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 2, 2018
If you want to see whether you’re on track for a comfortable retirement, online calculators can give you the answer. But all too often, the answer’s wrong.
Ask Stacy: Am I Too Old to Buy Stocks?
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 28, 2018
It’s common knowledge that stocks are too risky for seniors. But are they really?
Ask Stacy: Where Can I Earn More on My Savings?
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 28, 2018
Banks are basically paying nothing on savings accounts. What’s a saver to do?
Ask Stacy: Which Mutual Funds Should I Buy?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
Ever wonder exactly which mutual funds I personally use? You’re about to find out.
Ask Stacy: Should I Sell My House Myself?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
You can save tens of thousands of dollars by selling your home without enlisting a real estate agent. But is it penny wise and pound foolish?
Ask Stacy: How Should I Invest a Windfall?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
Whether it’s your tax refund or an inheritance, sooner or later some money is going to fall into your lap. Here’s what to do with it.
New Tax Rates Mean It’s Time to Rethink Retirement Strategy
Karla Bowsher on January 22, 2018
Most taxpayers will see their tax bill go down during 2018. That could impact which type of account — traditional or Roth — makes sense for you.
Tax Overhaul Tweaks Some Rules for Retirement Accounts
Karla Bowsher on March 3, 2021
The new federal income tax law is not as hard on tax-sheltered retirement plans as feared. But savers and investors should be aware of a couple of changes.
Saturday School: The Yield Curve Explained
Money Talks News on January 19, 2018
Watch this video to learn more about the yield curve — and why it matters to savers and investors.
Ask Stacy: Should I Roll My 401(k) or 403(b) Into an IRA?
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 28, 2018
When you leave a job, you have a choice: Leave your retirement plan behind, or roll it over into a self-directed IRA. Which should you do?
The 20 Best Colleges for a Return on Your Investment
Karla Bowsher on January 18, 2018
Students at these schools “don’t have to mortgage their futures to pay for their degrees,” says the Princeton Review. And grads go on to earn big bucks.
This Bank Has Raised the Interest On Its Savings Account — Again
Money Talks News on July 12, 2018
Take this news as a reminder of how much more you can earn by shopping around.
Ask Stacy: Which Is a Better Investment — Stocks or Real Estate?
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 28, 2018
I’ve been investing in both stocks and real estate for about 40 years. Find out which has been the better investment.
Saturday School: The Basics of Shorting a Stock
Money Talks News on January 12, 2018
Watch this video to learn how you can make money on a stock that you believe will soon tumble — and to understand the risks of such a move.
Ask Stacy: Are We in a Real Estate Bubble?
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 28, 2018
Home prices are hitting levels not seen since the last bubble burst 10 years ago. Is history about to repeat itself?
Ask Stacy: The Stock Market Is High — Should I Get Out?
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 28, 2018
I recently took some money off the table, but probably not for the reason you think.
5 Unique Features of Social Security Income — and Why You Should Delay It
Karla Bowsher on May 7, 2020
Social Security benefits are immune to more types of risk than other sources of retirement income. So, it’s critical that you maximize the size of your checks.
Saturday School: Learn How Compound Interest Works
Money Talks News on January 5, 2018
Compound interest appears to create wealth out of thin air. Watch this video to learn more about a key concept that every investor must understand.
Ask Stacy: Can I Increase My Odds of Winning the Lottery?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
Every time the Powerball gets big, “experts” hit the airwaves with books and systems they say will increase your odds. Should you bite?
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