Commodities tend to increase in price relative to other investments during recovery from a recession, so investing in commodities is a good idea right about now? Not quite. For more information on the trouble with investing in commodities and our suggestions on how to gain exposure to the commodities market, read this Investment Whys.
In most cases, moving means you need to sell your current home. However, considering the current housing market, if you cannot sell your home for a profit, you are probably considering renting your home–at least until the real estate market turns around.
We discuss tax advantageous plans for summer child care.
The "Money Talks" hosts discuss what $5,000 invested now could grow to in 50 years.
There is one tax loophole on the books that is large enough to drive a truck through…literally. Due to a provision in the new 2010 Tax Relief Act, you can write off most or all the entire cost of a heavy-duty SUV placed in service this year—without the usual restrictions. But you should move fast if you are in the market for a new business vehicle. Congress may soon undo the unexpected windfall created by the new tax law.
The "Money Talks" guest Jim Crone, CLU, CFS, of Acru joins the show to discuss how annuities should work in a portfolio and why they are considered a fixed-income investment.
We discuss Portugal’s latest bailout and the winners from earnings season.
Many parents have to strike a balance between saving for their own retirement and their childrenâs college education. Compromise might be the key.
The "Money Talks" hosts discuss the stock markets’ rough start to May, and economic reports from April.
Bil Lako, CFP®, and Dr. Gene discuss what you should do with your income tax refund.