This week’s Living With Money episode with Ryan Kirlin of Alpha Architect goes deep into the world of ETF’s! If you missed it, I have linked to it below. We talk about how they are created, the pros and cons of using them versus mutual funds, and much more! Here’s what I’ve been reading this… [Read More] Tim’s Top Links – 2/22/19
News
This category page is designed to keep our readers up to date on what we are reading from others in the investment industry.
Economic Indicators Send Mixed Messages
Interpreting economic indicators has spawned a huge industry in finance. Being able to “read the tea leaves” and forecast which way housing prices (and housing sales) are headed give some the belief they can tell when the economy is tipping over. Well, at least it worked in 2007. But very few listened. The problem with… [Read More] Economic Indicators Send Mixed Messages
Tim’s Top Links – 2/21/19
It’s been a strange 48 hours here in New Jersey in terms of weather. Yesterday we went from clear skies, to 3 inches of snow, to an inch of rain, to sunny blue skies in the 50 degree range. Although, this warm weather immediately melting all of the snow is kind of nice. Not something… [Read More] Tim’s Top Links – 2/21/19
Tim’s Top Links – 2/20/19
In Ep. 128 of the Mullooly Asset Show (linked below), we share some startling survey results about Americans and their finances. Over 47% of responders reported spending equal to or MORE than their income. You can read all of the personal finance books and blogs you like, but if you spend more than your bring… [Read More] Tim’s Top Links – 2/20/19
Tim’s Top Links – 2/19/19
It’s a special day here at Mullooly Asset Management. Our very own Brendan Mullooly celebrates his birthday today! If you follow Brendan on Twitter (@BrendanMullooly), go wish him a happy birthday! Here’s what I’ve been reading this morning: ‘Should You Take the Pension or a Lump Sum?’ – Ashby Daniels – Retirement Field Guide ‘Quarterly… [Read More] Tim’s Top Links – 2/19/19
Tim’s Top Links – 2/15/19
A lot is made in the media about the early retirement movement (sometimes referred to as ‘FIRE’). This week on Living With Money, I talked with author Tanja Hester about her new book ‘Work Optional: Retire Early the Non-Penny-Pinching Way’. We address some of the common misconceptions surrounding the concept, and how it’s not as… [Read More] Tim’s Top Links – 2/15/19