Every week, I like to scan the financial headlines. And every week, I see things that could cause Americans a lot of stress. For example, on July 11, 2022, Forbes wrote that a rally in the U.S. dollar “threatens to tank stocks and spark ‘major’ market stress in coming...
As the U.S. economy ebbs toward a possible recession, more and more people are asking how to buy silver and other precious metals. Whether silver is purchased as a coin or a bar, it may provide a safe haven for wealth during tumultuous times. As an asset, silver has...
Last year around the Fourth of July, I discussed the idea of financial freedom and what that means to me (being able to live comfortably while being free to choose where I put my money). This year, with inflation continuing to put pressure on our wallets and headlines...
There have been times when my kids have felt down about their performance on a school assignment or felt worried about an upcoming exam. Recent headlines have Americans feeling this exact same way. No one can predict with 100% certainty what will happen next to the...
Every year, I set aside time to visit my doctor and take stock of my physical health. It’s important to me to make sure that I’m doing what I can to stay healthy for my kids as well as myself. And if my doctor should find any issues, I like the peace of mind that...
On June 14, 2022, Fox Business reported that “Wall Street’s favorite recession indicator is flashing red.” The same day, AP News reported that an inversion in U.S. Treasury bond yields “raises worries over recession.” For Americans nearing retirement, these sorts of...
I’m incredibly proud of my children. Watching them grow has truly been exciting, tiring, humbling, and a true blessing. I’m confident that if something were to happen to me, they would continue on a path to success, happiness, and fulfillment in life—and part of that...
For many of us, saving for retirement doesn’t mean just saving for retirement. We’re also looking beyond our own lifetimes and hoping to build a financial legacy that can continue to grow and support future generations. But what does building a legacy look like during...
A year ago, I wrote a Gold News & Views piece about what I keep in mind over the Memorial Day weekend. I wrote about the unprecedented challenges we had been facing for more than a year—challenges that we continue to face today, along with new challenges and, as...
Right behind the winter holidays, summer tends to be the most expensive season of the year, thanks mainly to vacation spending. It makes sense—a simple trip to an amusement park can quickly add up to far more than you planned on spending. So what can you and your...
On May 11, 2022, Forbes published an article regarding alternative assets and their importance in a portfolio. But knowing what to do and knowing how to do it are very different. With so many options and strategies, how can you know you’re making the best decisions...
I’ve never been one for waiting. If I feel I’ve done my research well and found an opportunity that’s right for me, my family, and my finances, I like to take action. If you’re looking to increase your portfolio diversification, here are a few reasons to consider now...
