Hi Everyone, On both Saturday and Sunday morning, I awoke around 6am and promptly made some tea and started listening to the weekend business talk shows. I have confirmed why this is not my usual routine. It, quite frankly, is not a good thing to do unless you want to make poor decisions in a state of panic. I offer the following to let you know that I am keenly aware of the magnitude of what is going on. I am certain that following a … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2011
Basis – Getting the Foundation Right – “Susan On Money” 7/20/2011
Hi Everyone, It's Sunday afternoon and the 17th of July. I can't believe that I'm taking Sophia to her new school tomorrow for some "get acquainted" time before the start of her next year. Where does the summer go? I ordered a pizza and started thinking about BASIS (name of her new school). Basis is important to investing too. Let's look at what having a solid one means to your financial future. Susan R. Linkous "Susan On Money" … [Read more...]
Interested in Interest? – “Susan On Money” Week of July 13, 2011
Hi Everyone, Last Friday's unemployment data sparked all kinds of politically heated debate about the economy. I encourage you to tune it out and simply get a solid understanding of certain investment themes that are likely to get you through the next cycle. Earnings from interest are an interesting place to start. So, let's get interested: Floating rate Since the 2008 recession, credit risk has declined. This is evidenced by default … [Read more...]
Fireworks on the Farm – “Susan On Money” for the Week of July 6, 2011
Hi Everyone, I hope you all had a fantastic Fourth of July. The fireworks show at Gainey/Scottsdale was spectacular and so was the BBQ. My hope for all of us in July is that those were the only fireworks we'll see. Right now, we have a great start to the second half of 2011 and it will be interesting to see if investors will maintain last week's confidence. If they're into farming, chances are they will. ~Susan Fireworks on the Farm … [Read more...]