August 11, 2010 Bernard from Birmingham, AL writes: I can’t seem to save well enough for retirement. Any suggestions? Friedenthal Financial: Bernard, The typical advice given to answer your question is to examine your expenses and prioritize those that are most important. In other words, find a way to cut your…
DetailsJuly 20, 2010 Harold from E. Hampton, NY writes: Is “buy and hold” the best strategy? I have heard conflicting perspectives. What do you think? Friedenthal Financial: Good question! There has been a lot of research suggesting that active management rarely beats the broader indexes (buy-and-hold) when all expenses are incorporated. …
DetailsJune 21st, 2010 Victor from Voorhees, NJ writes: I have a brokerage account as well as an IRA. How do I know which investments to put in which account? Does it make a difference? Friedenthal Financial: Victor, You raise an excellent point! The short answer is that for most investors it absolutely…
DetailsJune 3, 2010 Paul from Piscataway, NJ writes: Like many of my friends, I sold my stocks after the market cratered because I could not stand to lose anymore. The market rebounded so quickly, I feel like it got away from me. Most of my investment dollars are still sitting in cash earning next…
DetailsMay 5, 2010 Marjorie from Allentown, PA writes: I think we are facing a period of much higher inflation. Should I move my investments in to gold to protect myself? Friedenthal Financial: Marjorie, Firstly, kudos for thinking about inflation when assessing your investment needs. All too often people only think about…
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