Asset and Wealth Protection
The War on Gold: A Personal Account
On Sept. 19, 1974, officers of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) knocked on the door of C.V. Myers’ home. At the same time officers were raiding the offices of Myers’ businesses, and those of his lawyers. It was part of the government’s war on gold, and it was just the beginning of a long, arduous period for the Myers family that was even chronicled in a book. Read this story for a personal account of that period by Myers’ son, John…
Retirement Plans Need A Facelift, Financial Services Company Concludes
The current recession has revealed significant and dire shortcomings in the nation’s approach to retirement savings, TIAA-CREF has said.
Resolve to Exchange Paper for Gold
It is that time of year again—time for reflections on the year gone by and resolutions for the year ahead. Last month you were generous in your gifts to others. Now, let me suggest that you give a gift to yourself. Resolve in the New Year to take some positive steps to protect the financial future of yourself and your family. Read this article and learn ways to do that…
New Year’s Resolutions Can Protect Assets
In addition to that new diet or gym membership, Americans may also want to take a new look at their finances and weatherproof their homes this year, which can save families across the country substantial amounts of money on heating or cooling bills in the long term.
Treasury Admits Obama’s Foreclosure Prevention Program Falls Short
In a rare display of self-criticism, officials from the Treasury Department admitted that the government’s mortgage modification program has helped only a small percentage of borrowers facing foreclosures.
Expert Offers Portfolio Advice As Dollar Keeps Falling
As the U.S. dollar has fallen some 15 percent against the euro since March 2009, and it is widely expected to continue to weaken further, financial experts believe those who would like to protect their wealth and assets may consider changes to their portfolios.
Is it “Un-American” to Go Offshore? The Thin Line Between Financial Patriotism and Financial Suicide
Despite the occasional financial excursion abroad, human nature dictates that most folks prefer to make and save money at home. We tend to be comfortable with the familiar and seemingly less threatening domestic economy of our home nation, even if the government is as near to bankruptcy as America and the United Kingdom. Read this article to learn some of the advantages of off-shore investing for financial survival…
Study: Most 401(k) Participants Have Made Money Since 2007
The Vanguard Group, a provider of company-sponsored retirement plans, has recently announced that the typical 401(k) participant currently has more money in their account than they had before the market declined in September 2007.
Federal Reserve To Keep Interest Rates Low, Citing Uncertain Job Market
Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee’s meeting which took place earlier this month have been released and they suggest that the Federal Reserve believes the effects of the recession will be felt well into 2012, although it has trimmed its unemployment forecast.
Critics Say Fed’s Overdraft Rules Are ‘Not Enough’
Recently, the Federal Reserve said that beginning next July financial institutions will be prohibited from charging overdraft fees without their clients’ consent.
When Gold Was a Lifesaver—Literally
Gold protects wealth. A real-life lesson taught Contributing Writer Michael Checkan the value of gold. Read his article to get Michael’s first-hand account that taught him the importance of the yellow metal, and also learn more about how you can own some of your own…
Gold Price Reaches Fresh High On NYMEX
Continuing economic uncertainly and a weakening dollar have contributed to a sustained upward march in gold prices, which reached a new high on Wednesday.
Obama’s Bear Market: How to Survive and Prosper
Last month the Dow Jones Industrial Average broke above the 10,000 mark for the first time in more than a year. It happened thanks to the work of President Barack Obama and his bagmen at the Federal Reserve. But was the infusion of $1 trillion in new money good for the economy or bad? Keep reading to find out and also get some sound advice to help you prepare for what lies ahead…
New Credit Card Act May Help Protect Assets
In order to protect consumers from unfair market practices, U.S. lawmakers have decided to move forward the date on which the credit card reforms will become effective.
Price Inflation on the Horizon
Gold and U.S. stocks have been marching in lockstep in perfect opposition to the moves of the dollar. So why does a weaker dollar translate strength to both gold and equities? Read this article to learn more, and also learn whether it’s time to cash in on the coming rise in commodity prices…
