by Bill DeShurko | May 16, 2014 | economy, Finance, Investing, starting to invest
The N Y Federal Reserve released the information in the chart below this week.Two takeaways: 1. Overall consumer debt is rising, but still below record highs set in 2008. Presumably this is a good sign as consumers theoretically only borrow when they feel confident...
by Bill DeShurko | May 6, 2014 | Finance, Investing, money management
With interest rates at near all time lows, many investors are questioning whether they should own any bonds at all. Most financial advisors recommend a portion of an individual’s portfolio be allocated to bonds, and not just for retirees but for younger, more...
by Bill DeShurko | Feb 4, 2014 | Finance, Investing, portfolio
I just wanted to post a quick note that the stock market is giving us a very bullish signal – so far today. First, yesterday’s low did not drop below a level of support that would be consistent with this bull market trend that started in March of last year. Second,...
by Bill DeShurko | Jan 26, 2013 | covestor, dividends, Finance, Investing, money management, portfolio
Much is being said about the S&P 500 breaking through its former daily high set in 2007. The question seems to be whether this is the end of a bull market or the start of a new one? First, let’s put this into perspective. Below is a chart of SPY – the SPDR’s...
