Okay “Naysayers” (my favorite target). Get ready for the “final nail in the coffin.” Why teach yourself computer programming at the age of 12 (and sell your first program game), sell your next venture Zip2, at 21 for $307M, deciding there had to be a better way to pay on-line, start PayPal (which sold for … Continue reading
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has made one of the largest changes to securities regulation in nearly 80 years. Signed into law by President Obama on April 5, 2012, the SEC was given approximately 270 days to set forth specific rules and guidelines that enact this legislation, while also encompassing the protection of … Continue reading
In my experience, I have consistently seen certain people successful in investments and some people consistently lose. These winners share some common traits that the losers do not. In a world that has been riddled with scams by the likes of Bernie Madoff, by greed promoted by big banks and continuous financial crisis after crisis, … Continue reading
This simple philosophy has been my compass for most of my adult life. It has guided me in investment decisions, work problems, love, and just dealing with the stresses of everyday living. Some might say, it is the hallmark of a contrarian. Others might say, it is a crafty defensive mechanism to not deal with … Continue reading
Capital Accumulation. Oh no! Not another one of those self-help, “Are you saving enough for retirement?” “Don’t end up sleeping in the back of your car at 70” or… “if I go to dinner tonight, I’ll be on food stamps tomorrow,” articles. Will I be able to retire (if I want to)? Am I destined to … Continue reading
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