One of the things I really like about owning dividend stocks is that the company’s I invest in work for me. What do I mean by that? [Read more…] about Turnabout is Fair Play! Let The Companies Do The Work.
Pros & Cons of Investing in the U.S. Utility Sector
Commonwealth Edison was the first stock I bought back in the mid-1970s. Furthermore, I used my lawn mowing and paper route money to make the purchase. Commonwealth Edison is now a division of Exelon (EXC) and, part of the U.S. utility sector. I no longer hold a position in EXC, but I guess you never forget your first date. Most noteworthy, I no longer deliver papers or mow lawns (except my own). [Read more…] about Pros & Cons of Investing in the U.S. Utility Sector
What do you want to do with your life?
Now that’s a pretty deep question for a personal finance blog, isn’t it? I think it is a pretty important question, however, as you proceed along your journey to financial independence. Why so? Because living within your means, saving, investing and creating a passive income stream is hard work. It takes discipline. Having an overarching goal or set of objectives that you are trying to achieve helps you stay focused and committed to a personal finance plan. [Read more…] about What do you want to do with your life?
