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May 21, 2020 • 19min

Recommended 529 Plan Amounts By Age

So you want to save for college in a 529 plan but you're unsure of how much to save. Or, you're wondering whether you should contribute more or less. I address your questions and more in this episode and in this post with a detailed chart. 
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May 11, 2020 • 10min

Why You've Got To Push Yourself Hard Before The Lockdown Ends

Don't you dare slack off. We're almost done with mass lockdowns and now is the time to step things up a notch. There will be consequences if you do not!
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May 7, 2020 • 21min

Buying Real Estate During COVID-19: Strategies For Getting A Great Deal

Buying real estate during the COVID-19 pandemic is tricky because of lockdowns and lower inventory. But this is a chance for buyers to get a great deal from a doomer bear seller. Highlighted posts: Real Estate Buying Strategies During A Pandemic How To Get Preapproved For A Mortgage
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May 5, 2020 • 11min

Why The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Could Disappoint And Cause Stocks To Sell Off

I believe the PPP program is the best economic stimulus program the government has ever created. However, more than one month  into the PPP program, there is some disappointing progress. There is also some hesitation by small business owners who have accepted the PPP to spend the money due to fear of it not being forgiven. Let's discuss! Post highlighted: The Paycheck Protection Program
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May 2, 2020 • 17min

Unemployment Benefit Amounts By State

A look at the latest enhanced unemployment benefits and ranking the highest and lowest unemployment benefit amounts by state. See this post for charts: Highest And Lowest Unemployment Benefit Amounts By State See this post if you need information on how to file: Coronavirus Unemployment Benefits: How To File
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Apr 21, 2020 • 20min

What The Doomer Bears Got Wrong

With the S&P 500 up over 25% from its lows, let's look at what the Doomers got wrong so we can potentially make better decisions investment decisions in the future. Post reference: How To Predict The Stock Market Bottom Like Nostradamus
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Apr 16, 2020 • 11min

Progress During Corona Time Is Being Made

Just checking in to share that good things have been happening since the last episode. Paycheck Protection Program is awesome if it goes through.  Stimulus Checks are getting dispersed to millions. Unemployment benefits are $600 more a week.  The stock market has rebounded a lot.  Hang in there folks!
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Mar 19, 2020 • 21min

How To Predict A Stock Market Bottom

Are you wondering when the stock market will bottom during a bear market? So am I! Here's an easy exercise all of us equity investors can go through to estimate when the stock market will finally find a footing. The exercise will calm your nerves and provide you with rational entry points to invest.  Read: How To Predict A Stock Market Bottom for charts and graphs as well. 
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Mar 12, 2020 • 12min

The Bull Market Finally Ends

It was good while it lasted. Now it's time to hunker down. 
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Feb 28, 2020 • 14min

Overcoming The Futility Of Work When You're Losing Massive Money In The Stock Market

Besides working to pay your taxes, perhaps nothing feels more depressing than going to work only to lose more money in your investments. Here are some thoughts on how to overcome this feeling of futility. Read more on FinancialSamurai.com. 

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