long-term investing Archives - Page 5 of 10

They Don’t Have A Clue About the Stock Market!

By Curt Stowers | June 14, 2019 |

The guys you hear on TV are absolutely 100% clueless when it comes to investing. Read on to find out more.

An Age-Old Question – Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage?

By Curt Stowers | May 31, 2019 |

One of the most common questions I am asked is: “Should I pay off my mortgage?” Read on to hear my perspective.

It Is NOT Normal to Be Average!

By Curt Stowers | May 10, 2019 |

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People like to think of investing in terms of averages. This is simply not reality—and, furthermore, it can be very dangerous to your financial health.

Time to Prepare Your Taxes

By Curt Stowers | May 3, 2019 |

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No, I am not crazy. It is the start of May, and it is EXACTLY the right time to prepare your taxes. Read on to learn why!

Index Funds Are Just Fine – The Sky is NOT Falling?

By Curt Stowers | April 5, 2019 |

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The rise in popularity of index funds has caused some to raise concerns about their existence “distorting the stock market.” Poppycock! This is just another scare tactic from active managers.

KonMari – Learning Financial Planning from Marie Kondo!

By Curt Stowers | March 22, 2019 |

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There is some brilliance in Marie Kondo’s method, and her approach can be applied to financial planning. Read on to find out how to “tidy up” your financial life.

Why You Should NOT Pay Attention to “The Dow”

By Curt Stowers | March 8, 2019 |

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The Dow Jones Industrial Average is reported all over the place. Have you ever taken the time to understand what it is? Read this post to find out.

Real Estate and IRAs – Tips for Avoiding the Traps

By Curt Stowers | February 22, 2019 |

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Are you interested in investing in real estate through an IRA? If you decide to go down this route, here are some traps to avoid—plus several tips that’ll save you from having an uncomfortable discussion with the IRS.

Commodity Investing – Why I Suggest Avoiding

By Curt Stowers | February 15, 2019 |

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A great rule to follow is this: if you don’t understand something, you should not get involved. For many, commodity investing is one such area. Read on to learn why I take this position.