Topic: Bernard Madoff

The guy who bought a house to rent out and then an inspector showed up after and told him he needed $30,000 in repairs before it was rentable. By contacting authorities, credit agencies and your bank, much of the damage can be ...
How does a potential retiree determine how much investment risk is too much? Considering the volatility of the market in the U.S. and elsewhere over the past decade, buying common stocks or mutual funds as major parts of your pre-retirement plan are ...
If you are going to receive social security, you could get more money: Decades ago, after the government had frivolously spent all the money that was supposed to be held for retirees, the program became a massive ponzi scheme that puts Bernie ...
I recently tried to get a mortgage with bad credit and let me tell you: In places like Florida,Nevada, and California you practically have 5% of the population losing But you know what? You would think with all the hubbub at Congress ...

How To Shop For A Financial Adviser

Choosing a financial adviser can be akin to a stroll through a minefield. If you don't prepare, your wealth could get blown up by a Bernie Madoff or wounded by someone whose skills are mediocre or simply not suited to your needs. ...

Finding the Right Financial Advisor

If you're like many Americans, you're concerned about the health of your nest egg. Sure they've gotten their Series 7 license, and they've gone to the company orientation day. Check your advisor out before you take his advice - or give him ...
Life is full of crossroads where a single decision can have an important influence for years to come. Search for financial planners who have designations and credentials that require extensive education in financial planning, such as the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation ...

An Hour Of My Time Saved Me $200

My property and casualty insurance agent asked me to come in for an insurance review. The crazy thing is I really like my insurance agent (Bill Bergdoll with Bergdoll Insurance). Good thing I did, too. I learned a lot, and saved myself ...
If you're like many Americans, you're concerned about the health of your nest egg. Ask about non-disclosed fees. Advisors tend to fall into two very broad categories. Some people have no problem hiring a commissioned broker. Many others wouldn't do that on ...
With the Bernie Madoff scandal, Enron, and other scams and scandals it is hard not to be cynical about investing your hard-earned money. To protect you against investment fraud you must understand the ins and outs in investing. Diversify your investments to ...
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