Jul 15, 2026

So, which is better for the stock market--a strong dollar or a weak dollar?  Well, it's complicated. Especially in a world that is no longer horse and buggy.  International trade is 24/7/365 with hundreds of currency fluctuations by the minute. While most people assume a strong dollar is best for the market, many are...

Jul 9, 2026

Today's stock market is built around two indispensable things:  The AI build-out phase and the continuing massive contributions to 401ks by the American work force.  Does your financial plan protect you if something slows down with the build out, leading to layoffs, leading to fewer contributions?  Today we explore a...

Jul 1, 2026

...So, which is better for the stock market--a strong dollar or a weak dollar?  Well, it's complicated. Especially in a world that is no longer horse and buggy.  International trade is 24/7/365 with hundreds of currency fluctuations by the minute. While most people assume a strong dollar is best for the market, many are...

Jun 24, 2026

The Iran conflict--aimed at eliminating nuclear weapons in a hot headed, trigger happy country-- had the right target but hit many Americans in the wallet who could not afford it. As Newton said there is an equal and opposite reaction to every action. A Wall Street Journal report says that due to expiring car...

Jun 19, 2026

Do you find yourself in the "Work One More Year" trap? Increasingly, many retiring professionals are deciding to stay on at work "one more year." Why? Here's a clue: It's not just the money. We'll dig in deep and then instruct you on how to allocate your money so that you can retire and STAY...