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March Madness

March 20, 2023

3/20/2023 At this time of year, I am always looking for a distraction from the constant attention to rapidly approaching tax deadlines. Even when everything goes right, tax season is burdensome. March Madness would ordinarily be a welcome distraction. But…

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“Personal Finance is More Personal Than It is Finance”

March 13, 2023

3/13/2023 I have often lamented that personal finance is not a required course in U.S. high schools.  What I envision is basic instruction in managing accounts, credit cards, and loans, as well as advice on budgeting, saving, and investing for…

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Wisdom Never Grows Old

March 6, 2023

3/6/2023 Each year, Warren Buffett writes a letter to shareholders outlining Berkshire Hathaway’s financial performance, as well as his thoughts on the economy and investing. Warren’s letters are highly anticipated by investors and business leaders. The letters are also one…

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The Perils of Youth

February 27, 2023

2/27/2023 A new report from FINRA (Investors in the United States: The Changing Landscape) has put a spotlight on the riskier investment behaviors of many younger investors. Moreover, younger investors, and those with limited investment experience, have higher confidence that…

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The Process

February 20, 2023

2/20/2023 Football has entered its seasonal dormancy. The Super Bowl carnival is behind us, and the celebrations in Athens, Georgia, are long since over. However, college players will soon begin spring practice. For the football squad of Alabama, that, of…

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