Archive for May, 2007

Yet Another Reason to Despise the Boomers

Tuesday, May 22nd, 2007

I like to make the argument with my friends that as Generation X, we are at the whims of the Baby Boomers and the AARP. Because they make up such a large proportion of US population that their shear numbers mean that any political or economic moves will be to benefit themselves and [...]

Are Credit Card Companies Pushing Debt, You Bet!

Tuesday, May 15th, 2007

I just received a replacement credit card in the mail for one of my long standing credit cards. When I called the number listed to activate my card I was asked to call from my home phone or wait to speak to an “account manager”. The reason for this is [...]

Is Financial Apathy A Disease?

Saturday, May 12th, 2007

If financial apathy were a disease it would be considered an epidemic. It would be a deadly, debilitating disease that ruins lives. Common age of onset would be late 20’s but we are starting to see signs of childhood onset as well. It is treatable with education but is rarely diagnosed [...]

Monthly Update: April 2007(-$68,225.46, +$6,126.86)

Sunday, May 6th, 2007

After watching our small portfolio make noticeable gains over the past two months I am beginning to develop an appreciation for the power the stock market has for building wealth. As the stock market continues to set new highs, the gains in our portfolio are adding a noticeable pep to our monthly monthly [...]