The Boston Marathon was held last weekend. It’s an event where otherwise normal people travel great distances, at great expense, to punish themselves physically, mentally, and emotionally for 26.2 uninterrupted …
Has Spring Finally Sprung?! Spring Cleaning, Anyone?
Before we get started, I wanted to share a fun announcement with you: Over the years, our very own Dave Bensch has performed with multiple Community Theatres in the area. …
Decision Making a Four-Year-Old Would Approve Of
I fear that we’re all victims. All too often, we’re victim to forces that surround us that are pushing us to act in ways that appear to be rational but …
Extreme Volatility: A Brief Users Guide
Stop it. Just stop it, stock market. I know I shouldn’t even be paying attention, but it’s irresistible. When the market is down 400 points one day, then up 700 …
Frugal Is As Frugal Does, Mostly
Years ago, when I first began in this business of money stuff, I had it in my head and in my heart that I wanted to help people budget better …
Three Years! Edition #156
I may not be the most handsome, the most charming, or the tallest (the first two are up for debate) Financial Advisor in the country, but I may be the …
Is 70 the New 62?
[This discussion may or may not apply to you, but it certainly applies to somebody you care about, so feel free to pass it on.] As I scan the retirement …
Daddy-Daughter Dance
Last weekend I had the pleasure of accompanying two of my daughters to the annual Daddy-Daughter Dance at their school. It’s a fascinating event, with pretty dresses, loud music, high-pitched …
The Battle For Status – Your Best Weapon In a Winning Campaign
Have you ever stopped to consider the role that status plays in your life? Of course, status is evident in our work relationships; supervisor, manager, and president are titles that …
Are You Settling, and What Is It Costing You?
Since the stock market has made back some lost ground and seems to be a bit more stable than it has been, I’d like to address a topic that is …