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Retirement is something most people do not think about. We simply go about our lives and day after day, month after month and year after year, time flies without a hint of notice. It is like we are on autopilot and cruising through life. By the time retirement is near, reality sets in and panic grips you. You wonder if you have enough saved, how will you afford your bills and lifestyle. Will health insurance be an issue and if something serious happens, will I be, ok?

Budgets and Debts

October 9, 2024 David

Mastering Your Money: Understanding the 40/30/20/10 Rule

Are you struggling with managing your finances? Managing money can feel like juggling. It’s tough to keep everything in the air. Budgeting is the number one reason people can save and reduce their debt. Currently, the average American owes $103,358 in consumer debt in the second quarter of 2024. This is across mortgages, auto loans, student loans, and credit cards. That is not chump change either.

Stocks

October 2, 2024 David

Discovering the Magnificent 7 Stocks: Your Guide to Market Stars

You might have heard this term thrown around a few times while talking to investor friends or simply doing your research. The term? Seven companies known as the “Magnificent 7,” these stocks are not just popular—they’re powerful. They have shaped the market in remarkable ways and continue to attract attention. Each one is a powerhouse, but together, they dominate the market. Let’s dive into what these stocks are and why they matter.

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Stocks

September 25, 2024 David

Is Johnson & Johnson a Good Stock?

Ok folks, I got another healthcare stock that you will enjoy. These companies perform very well in any market climate. The topic of today’s article is Johnson & Johnson. Johnson & Johnson is a large multinational corporation with more than 275 subsidiaries, and operations in more than 60 countries. This means they cover everything from medicine to household products. However, Is Johnson & Johnson a Good Stock to buy?

Stocks ETFs, REITs, Mutual Funds, Index Funds

September 18, 2024 David

Should You Bet on Vici Properties?

When considering investments, the stock market can feel like a rollercoaster ride. One name that keeps popping up in conversations lately is Vici Properties. It is widely knowing as the gambling REIT due to its tenants. Some of these you will know right away, such tenants are Caesars Palace Las Vegas, MGM Grand and the Venetian Resort Las Vegas. They have 54 gaming properties! That is an insane number to have in Vegas. However, is Vici Properties a good stock to buy? Let’s take a closer look at what makes this company tick and whether it’s a wise choice for your portfolio.

Informational

September 11, 2024 David

Never Forget 9/11

This post is here to remind everyone about the tragedy that befell the United States of America on September 11th, 2001. Over 2,996 people lost their lives that day. Horrible moment in time in our countries history. However, the one good thing to happen is our country came together as one for the first time in a long time. I pray we can come together again and push this country in the right direction.

Interviews

September 10, 2024 David

The Day the Lights Almost Went Out

The title of this article sounds like a movie or a good book. I’d probably watch it or read it because of the title if I am honest. I wish it was that. A fictional story that you dive into and when it is done you walk away from. I wish it were the case. Maybe then my life wouldn’t of turned out how it did or the thousands of regrets I have wouldn’t exist. It is a shame we can not go back in time. There is so much I would fix. I would of made the most of life and made so many memories. Sadly, this isn’t so. So I push on and hope the memories I make now make up for the ones I lost back then. With today being World Suicide Prevention Day, I wanted to share my story.

WARNING – This article will discuss suicide and depression. If this topic makes you uncomfortable, please do not read any further.

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