Side Effects & Symptoms What’s going on with the haywire stock market? No one can say for sure — and it’s likely multiple causes, anyway. But here’s a (rather roundabout) theory. What’s happening now with the stock market — indeed, the entire economy — is a symptom, a side effect. Zero percent interest rates, high...Read More
Household Economics, Circa 2011 So that amount, $176.49 is my monthly car payment, right? Try, my July cell phone bill. Make that my family’s July cell phone bill. That’s what it cost for three lines with unlimited minutes and data; insurance on 3 devices (4 when son #2 is old enough); and the cost for a “hotspot”...Read More
Administering Financial Pain People famously dread visiting their dentists; after all, who looks forward to having cavities filled? Unfortunately, for home sellers whose homes are languishing on the market unsold, a visit to their Broker’s office may be more painful, at least financially. That’s because, after 60-90 days of market time without a deal, a 3%...Read More
