12|04|2018
Leading Indicator Watch | November 30, 2018
Market volatility continues to be the lead story in the Markets while Consumer Confidence continues to decline. My blog, Market Thoughts, this week will focus on the yield...
11|29|2018
3 Benefits of a Solo 401(k)
When you are self-employed, you have several options in tax sheltered retirement plans. Here are 3 key benefits of using a Solo 401(k), also known as an Individual 401(k):...
11|27|2018
Geopolitical Outcomes | November 23, 2018
Geopolitical risks always persist, but currently, they are directly impacting economic viability. What are the likely outcomes? G-20 While the focus should be on the G-20, the US and...
11|26|2018
Leading Indicator Watch | November 23, 2018
Stories in three key market indicators this week, show signs of skiddish investors and consumers at a vital time of year for consumption. Click here to view my latest...
11|20|2018
Brexit Turmoil | November 16, 2018 | Market Thoughts
After a year and a half of worrying about Brexit, a deal has been reached. Turmoil around the EU is not decreasing… Brexit While a deal has been reached,...
11|19|2018
Leading Indicator Watch | November 16, 2018
Inspite of initial unemployment claims rising to 216K from 214K and the S&P 500 falling over 44 points, little changed for our leading market indicators last week. To see...
11|14|2018
Missing Something | November 9, 2018
Markets expanded last week, mostly post elections. Still, are we missing something… a threat that lurks beneath and could put a stop to this expansion? Washington Monday through Wednesday...
11|13|2018
Leading Indicator Watch | November 9, 2018
You will see only slight movements in most catagories of the leading indicator watch for the week ending November 9, 2018 with the exception of the M2 Money Supply. ...
11|08|2018
The Life Insurance Hack
Frequently, we misuse life insurance. Many people, for example, will look at it as a way to save for retirement. While it is true that life insurance can provide...
11|07|2018
Bloody October | November 2, 2018
Markets clawed back some of their losses from a bloody October. Trade and earnings had much to do with markets recapturing their footing. Trade At the open of the...