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  • Pulling Back The Curtain On Reverse Mortgages
    Last week's article on reverse mortgages generated a very interesting response from one reader. This week I'd like to pull back the curtain on the real reason reverse mortgages have become so heavily marketed and what you need to do as a consumer to protect yourself.
  • House of Cards Part 2
    Last week, I talked about how the current credit crises evolved. This crisis is the result of mistakes made by the homeowner, the mortgage company, the investment banks and the rating agencies. This week, you'll see what caused the House of Cards to fall and will learn how this example can keep you from making a financial mistake.
  • A House of Cards: Part 1
    The current credit crisis has impacted multiple sectors of our financial economy. Home foreclosures are on the rise. Credit-worthy consumers struggle to secure mortgages. Investment banks are brought to their knees. Foreign and domestic stock markets experience gut-wrenching volatility. The Federal Reserve is forced to take historical steps to maintain liquidity. And the list goes on.
  • Sticker Shock: Is Professional Financial Advice Costing too Much?
    It can be difficult for someone in the financial services industry to know how the investor feels, especially when first choosing which advisor to work with. I recently had an experience that put me in your shoes for a change.
  • A House Divided: Preserving Your Estate from Nursing Home Cost
    One of the biggest issues seniors face as they get older is how to preserve an inheritance for their children. Their biggest fear is spending all of that money on assisted living and/or nursing home care. As each family situation is different, so is each solution. Perhaps you can learn something from the experience of one of my clients.
  • Should Seniors Use Reverse Mortgages?
    Some of the most popular products being pitched to seniors today are reverse mortgages. Everywhere you turn there are free seminars, free reports and free DVDs, all touting the amazing benefits these loans offer. Are reverse mortgages the answer to seniors prayers, or are they too good to be true?
  • Charting a Course for Emerging Markets
    Investors dissatisfied with domestic returns have been seeking greater growth in foreign markets. As noted in last week's article, the growth of emerging markets is not a short-term fad, but a long-term trend that will affect global markets for years to come. The question then, is how you can take advantage of this opportunity without losing your shirt. Read on to find out.
  • Do You Owe Taxes On That Gift?
    Capital gains taxes can be confusing. How much tax do you pay on an inheritance? How much if the property is passed on as a gift prior to death? Jeff puts this difficult subject into simple terms.
  • Tune Up Your Finances for the New Year
    It's the beginning of the year and it's time for a financial tune-up. Read Jeff's suggestions for making sure your estate is in top condition.
  • Arbitration Won't Save You From Losing Your Money
    Some of my best article ideas come from my readers, and this week is no exception. This is a story of misplaced trust, dishonesty, inaction and great financial loss. The lessons learned through their experience will hopefully save you from a similar fate. Read on to find out more.
  • Is Your Portfolio Properly Seasoned?
    Is your portfolio properly dressed for the economic season? It should be.
  • Are Variable Annuity Guaranteed Living Benefits Worth It?
    Wondering about the fine print on your variable annuity? Annuity guarantees may not be all you expect them to be.
  • Income Investors Should Take Action
    Find out how to get up to twice the return of a CD.
  • The Tax Gifts Keep On Coming
    Find out how to reduce capital gains and dividend tax rates down to 0% in some cases.
  • Buy, Sell, or Hold?
    When the markets go down, what do you do? Read Jeff's latest article.
  • Annuities: Consumer Alert: Equity Indexed Annuities
    Seniors and retirees need to be aware of the dangers of investing in an Equity Indexed Annuity. Read on to find out how to protect yourself.
  • Investing: A Sure Fire Investment
    Want an investment that can't miss this Thanksgiving? Check out Jeff' latest tip.
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