I'm probably way behind the times, but I'm impressed by how many full episodes of TV shows are free online now. I had completely missed the first episode of the new season of Beauty and the Geek (a horrible show that I'm ashamed to admit I watch, … [Read the rest]
Have You Noticed How Much Free Online TV There Is?
September 30, 2007 By 16 Comments
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Free Book on Index Funds For Filling Out Risk Survey
September 29, 2007 By 9 Comments
Right now, if you visit the IFA.com home page you will see an offer for a free e-Book version [pdf] of the book Index Funds: The 12-Step Program for Active Investors if you fill out a 'Risk Capacity Survey'. This is actually a pretty good book; … [Read the rest]
Last updated: January 5, 2016
Getting Defensive About Spending Habits
September 28, 2007 By 58 Comments
Here's a mild little rant to end the work week. It's about people judging other's spending habits. Let's start off with those who think there are some who save too much. Take this comment received by MyTwoDollars: You always talk about saving … [Read the rest]
Last updated: September 28, 2007
A Few Updates About Banks and Interest Rates
September 27, 2007 By 84 Comments
Lots of e-mails coming in from banks today... HSBC Direct drops from 5.05% to 4.50% APY. Yeesh... not a good sign for online savings accounts in general! FNBO Direct announces that the new rate as of 1/13/13 is 0.85% APY. Ho-hum, about what I … [Read the rest]
Last updated: July 5, 2022
Flip Side: Finding The Best Active Mutual Fund Managers
September 26, 2007 By 18 Comments
Yesterday, I posted about why I chose against investing in most actively-managed funds. I actually do hold one actively-managed fund right now, the Bridgeway Ultra-Small Company Market Fund (BRSIX). Why did I choose this fund? It turns out that … [Read the rest]
Last updated: February 23, 2012
Alan Greenspan Interview On The Daily Show
September 25, 2007 By 7 Comments
Alan Greenspan was a guest on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart recently, mainly to promote his new book The Age of Turbulence but conveniently after the recent rate cut. It was amusing seeing Greenspan in the hot seat. Via the Bogleheads. Update: … [Read the rest]
Last updated: June 26, 2012
Talking Myself Out Of Buying Actively Managed Mutual Funds
September 25, 2007 By 40 Comments
As anyone can see, I like to invest my investment portfolio in passively-managed mutual funds. There are numerous reasons for this. For one, the average actively-managed fund underperforms the average passive fund. In addition, even if a fund … [Read the rest]
Last updated: August 9, 2018
Chase Freedom Cash Visa: 5% Back On Popular Spending Categories
September 24, 2007 By 44 Comments
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Dow Jones Industrial Average: Accurate Index To Follow?
September 24, 2007 By 11 Comments
Whenever you hear a stock market update on TV or even online, it's usually related to the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA)... "The Dow went up 100 points today." "We are pushing back towards Dow 14,000!" I never really thought about this … [Read the rest]
Last updated: October 15, 2011
What Is The Relationship Between Fed Funds Rate and Interest Rates On Bank Savings Accounts?
September 23, 2007 By 24 Comments
With all this talk about the Fed Funds rate drop, a lot of people are wondering what it means for consumer rates like savings accounts, credit card APRs, and mortgage rates. Here, I wanted to explore the savings account relationship. First, some … [Read the rest]
Last updated: February 26, 2013
How To Build A One-Person Million-Dollar Web Business… By Age 17
September 22, 2007 By 26 Comments
She grew up in a working-class household near Detroit, with divorced parents who argued about unpaid bills. At 14 years old, she had to ask her mom to buy an $8 domain name for her. Today, at 17, she owns her own 2-story house and is head of a … [Read the rest]
Last updated: April 29, 2014
What Is The Best Fun-But-Cheap Used Car Under $5000?
September 21, 2007 By 90 Comments
Recently, I have been toying more seriously with the idea of selling one of our used cars to buy another cheap one with a manual transmission. I'll be honest, it's entirely for entertainment purposes. I want to get better at driving a stick, and … [Read the rest]
Last updated: September 21, 2007
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