Economic Detox

Economic Detox

In response to my recent “Spending Hiatus” post, a dear friend with an inquiring mind wanted to know: “What happens to the US economy if the consumer stops spending?” Smart question.  See, for the past 15 plus years, the US consumer has been an...
Target-Date Funds Under Fire

Target-Date Funds Under Fire

The Securities Exchange Commission and Department of Labor are taking aim at target-date retirement funds. This is a fight worth watching because target-date funds are a great way to save yourself from yourself when it comes to building your retirement nest egg. If...