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Year of the ‘Re’ – Refinance and Rebalance
Well, so far the beginning of 2009 has felt quite similar to the last part of 2008. That, however, does not mean that there aren’t opportunities out …
Protecting Yourself From Fraud
As if the financial markets weren’t scary enough in 2008, here comes the story of a snake who decided to take advantage of people and subsequently ma…
Closing Out 2008 with a Challenge and Books
A 2009 Challenge: 2008 is coming to a close and this is the time of the year where we start planning those Resolutions on how we are going to make 20…
Unusual Times require Creative Solutions
Next week is Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is a great time to catch-up with friends and family, but I am worried that this year’s big point of discussi…
little money = BIG DEALS!
With all of the doom and gloom in the financial markets right now, surely you are asking: why in the world would I be talking about spending money? E…
Time to Buy? Buffett vs Cramer
We have been riding this wave of volatility long enough that 7%-9% market swings do not have the same shock and awe impact they had a few weeks ago. …
Thanksgiving is Around the Corner: Time to Harvest
Last show we talked about the silver lining of a financial crisis. This week I talk about the special opportunities that these down markets can offer…
The Silver Lining of a Financial Crisis
What a week! Actually, what a past couple of weeks! Obviously, it wouldn’t be too hard to harp on all of the bad stuff going on right now. So, instea…
News Nightmares & Bank Debacles
So this is the question of the hour: What is going on? Or maybe the better question is: What got us into this mess? The real answer is a perfect stor…
Cheese Grits, College Savings, Black Holes, and HELOCs
For most parents, saving for their child’s education is always a priority. With the volatility and uncertainty in today’s market, it has become a pri…
Tax Smart and Creative Ways to Better the World
In tight economic times charities are often hit with increasing needs from the individuals who require their services. To make matters worse, generou…
Fairy-Tale Foreclosure, How a Planner Works, and Dark Knight Review
Today’s show is a grab-bag of goodies. If you keep up with pop-culture, you’ve probably come across the show Extreme Makeover Home Edition. If you’re…
Brian Preston’s Guide to Selecting Mutual Funds
The mutual fund universe is larger than ever and there are no signs of it slowing down. With more funds, more information, and easier access to this …
Liz Weston – Loaded Celebrity Interview
We have a special treat for you on this installment of the Money Guy Show! I usually don’t have guests on the show, but today we’re fortunate to be j…
Protecting Yourself: Banking System Under Stress
Our banking system’s clearly under a lot of stress at the moment. Coming off a decade of aggressive mortgage lending, the system’s troubles have been…
Navigating Stormy Economic Waters
Pick your economic worry — there’s more than enough to go around: mortgage crisis? faltering U.S. economy? government deficits? skyrocketing oil pric…
Are Tax-Deferred Savings a Ticking Time Bomb?
"If Thomas Jefferson thought taxation without representation was bad, he should see how it is with representation." – Anonymous Deferring taxes has a…
Father’s Day 2008: Teaching Children About Money
"Any man can be a father, but it takes a special person to be a Dad." – Anonymous Since we celebrated Father’s Day this past weekend, I thought it’d …
Rethinking Life’s Necessities, Wants, and Wishes
I think a lot about our culture and how the virtues of frugality and simplicity seem to have been forgotten by many of us. As never before, the popul…
William Shakespeare on Trust and Financial Planners
Professional financial planning is built on a foundation of trust. You entrust not just your money but also your hopes and dreams with an adviser and…