I should really stop looking at CNN.com and CNBC.com, but nobody will stop talking about it so here I am talking about it too. Moo. :) If you watch your portfolio closely and are feeling nervous and/or scared, then perhaps this is a good time to … [Read the rest]
Good Time To Check Your Risk Tolerance Again?
Posted on September 30, 2008 // 23 Comments
Last updated: April 8, 2017
Another Free Schick Razor Sample (Men’s)
Posted on September 30, 2008 // 9 Comments
About as straightforward as it gets: SchickSamples.com. Thanks YP, I missed this one. … [Read the rest]
Last updated: October 15, 2011
Free Schick Intuition Razor Giveaway
Posted on September 29, 2008 // 7 Comments
Here is another offer for a free Schick Intuition Plus razor (now expired), targeted at the ladies (though I don't see why a guy can't use it). First 70,000, so enter today. Via SD. We've gotten one of these free before, and Mrs. MMB reports … [Read the rest]
Last updated: October 15, 2011
When Markets Collide: Book Review, Model Asset Allocation
Posted on September 29, 2008 // 13 Comments
The last book I reviewed was Financial Armageddon. Then I saw the title of this book: When Markets Collide. I almost stopped right there, as I was not at all in the mood for yet more doomsday talk. However, I saw that the author, Mohamed … [Read the rest]
Last updated: April 25, 2019
Where Does Money Really Come From?
Posted on September 26, 2008 // 30 Comments
Given current events, it might be good idea for the average citizen to better understand our modern banking system. Reader Rick submitted this following video by Paul Grignon which tries to explains things in an accessible way using animation. It … [Read the rest]
Last updated: September 30, 2008
WaMu Fails, Bought By JP Morgan Chase: What Happens To My Money?
Posted on September 25, 2008 // 67 Comments
Washington Mutual was taken over by the FDIC today (Thursday). But for most account holders, there is no reason to panic. All deposits, even those over $100,000 FDIC limits, will be taken over by JPM Chase, and are still safe. From the WSJ: While … [Read the rest]
Last updated: August 9, 2018
Zecco Gives Unlimited Free Stock and Options Trades in October
Posted on September 25, 2008 // 21 Comments
Apparently Zecco.com, a start-up brokerage where I keep most of my "play money", didn't do so well during the last week. People report having problems logging into their accounts due to all the market turbulence. I was luckily not affected, as I … [Read the rest]
Last updated: October 24, 2012
Bank Bonuses: Citibank, Bank of West, Provident Bank
Posted on September 25, 2008 // 9 Comments
Citibank You get a $100 bonus when you open an eligible Citi checking account with $1,000 and complete one direct deposit or repeated billpay usage. New customers only. Seems also to be for Citi credit card holders only. Within the first month … [Read the rest]
Last updated: August 9, 2018
WaMu Raises Savings Rate to 4.00% APY
Posted on September 23, 2008 // 58 Comments
Washington Mutual has raised the rate on their Online Savings + Free Checking combo to 4.0% APY. This is now the highest of the no-minimum no-fee savings accounts. Curiously, HSBC Direct actually dropped their rate to 3.25% APY earlier this … [Read the rest]
Last updated: October 14, 2011
How We Tried To Save Money On A Trip To Spain
Posted on September 23, 2008 // 27 Comments
The tickets are booked and hotel reservations are made for our trip to Spain. Of course, all this economic turmoil makes me a bit nervous, but the fact that we finally finished saving up for our 6-month Emergency Fund makes me much more comfortable. … [Read the rest]
Last updated: August 19, 2012
Travel and Money: Best Way To Get Cash, Best Credit Cards, and Safety Concerns
Posted on September 19, 2008 // 39 Comments
I wouldn't say my wife and I are well-traveled, but we do try and experience other cultures whenever we can. Given work constraints and Corporate America's hatred of vacations (2 weeks a year??), we are lucky if we can manage one trip per year. … [Read the rest]
Last updated: January 5, 2016
Want To Bail On Your Stocks? Answer 2 Questions First.
Posted on September 18, 2008 // 28 Comments
In response to a few reader questions, all relating to moving their investments into something safer: Question #1: Why do you really want to sell? Can you predict future movements of the stock market? I can't. If you could, then you should … [Read the rest]
Last updated: September 20, 2008
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