Have you ever known a couple who breaks up after a long relationship, then reconciles again? It’s a huge sigh of relief for all of those who know them because, …
Markets: Video Conversation Using ‘Zoom’
I hope you’re safe and healthy this morning, as we near the close of one of the most unique weeks in memory. Today, we’re continuing our conversation about the impact …
Countdown Series #1 – The Journey
What is five years anyway? When I started to write the Weekly, I had no idea how it would end; I could barely figure out how it would begin. The …
Which Dominos Have Fallen?
“Only buy something that you’d be perfectly happy to hold if the market shut down for 10 years” – Warren Buffet Happy St. Patrick’s day! Here’s hoping for some luck …
Practical Actions We’re Taking
Greetings. In light of this unprecedented era of disease prevention, we’re all learning the rules of the game together. The closing of restaurants and schools, as well as the shutting …
This Feels Different
Intellectually, you know that what’s happening will soon pass. Emotionally, you’re anxious and maybe even downright afraid. Me too. The stock market is being pummeled. As I write this, the …
Countdown Series #2 – Thinking Back, What Is Your First Memory Of…?
In our Countdown Series, we’ve covered some of the topics that I find most interesting and important when considering how to plan a successful retirement and a lasting legacy. We …
Countdown Series #4 – More Clutter, Less Clutter
Clutter, clutter, clutter. You know I can’t stand it. If you can’t stand it, you’re probably married to someone who doesn’t mind it. If you don’t mind clutter, then you’re …
Countdown Series #5 – The Four Day Week
In our continuation of the Countdown Series, I’m speaking again to the aspiring retiree, but you may wish to read on even if you’re already retired. The focus that this …
Countdown Series #6 – When Paychecks End
If you’re a regular reader of the Weekly, you may recall that I discussed here that the five-year anniversary of the Weekly is nearing. Well, it’s almost here. And while I’ll use …