March 2011 Newsletters

March 2011 newsletters are available on our Resources page. Check them out and let us know what you think. If you’d prefer to receive our newsletters by email, please drop us a line and we will add you to our mailing list.

Investing in Silver

Silver and other precious metals can play a role in an well-diversified portfolio. Does investing in silver make sense for you?

Are you keeping a tax diary?

Business owners and self-employed “Schedule C” filers: Are you keeping a tax diary? A tax diary can be a valuable tool in defending yourself against an audit. As a taxpayer, the burden of proof is on you, so keeping adequate records is essential. In addition to keeping receipts for your business expenses, a good tax [...]

Mint.com

According to their website, www.mint.com let’s you “See all your financial accounts, all in one place”. I’ve been using Mint personally for a year or so now and I really like it. It’s not without its weak points, but it is well worth a look if you want a convenient way to keep track of [...]

What does it cost to raise a child and where does it all go?

Expenditure shares on a child from birth through age 17 as a percentage of total child-rearing expenditures. 2009

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, it will cost around $300,000 to raise a child–and that’s before any college expenses!

Super Bowl Sunday!

It’s Super Bowl Sunday, football fans. Who are you rooting for? I guess the Packers are a 3 point favorite over the Steelers, but this one is pretty much a toss up. I am going to make my prediction right here: Old Prediction (2/6/11): Steelers 30, Packers 16 Revised Prediction (2/7/11): Packers 31, Steelers 25 [...]

Is Return of Premium Term Life Insurance Right for You?

A normal level term insurance policy is fairly simple. You agree to pay a premium in exchange for an agreement that the insurance company will pay your family a death benefit in the event of your death. The premium that you pay is guaranteed to remain level for a period of time, often 10, 15, [...]