Budget Snob

Wealth and Stock Market Predicting

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A couple of interesting items popped on the scope today. First, is it possible to predict longevity? Well apparently you can when you correlate longevity, wealth, and health. According to one recent study,

[S]cientists have gone a step further, finding a specific hormone that links wealth with a longer life. The hormone is called DHEAS–or dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate–a natural steroid produced by the brain, adrenal glands and sexual organs.

Those with higher levels of DHEAS tend to exercise more, have more hobbies and have closer relationships with friends and family. They also tend to live longer.

I think this is one of those chicken before the egg scenarios.… Read the rest

Common Investing Mistakes

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Of course we all make investing mistakes. Whether it’s buying a stock based on an eavesdropped conversation at dinner last night or making grossly inaccurate choices with a business transaction, we’ve all had our doozies.

Have you ever stopped to think that maybe these bad choices have something in common? That you’re making the same mistakes each time without knowing it?… Read the rest

Retire Rich – Let Everyone Else Work

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According to several recent surveys, 40% of people plan to delay retirement. Besides a stock market that would make an avid roller coaster rider turn white, lack of savings and poor investments are the primary culprits driving this statistic.

Delayed retirement, or retirement on a cat food diet, doesn’t have to include you. According to Fool.com, with a few steps, retirement glory days can be had by someone as simple as myself.… Read the rest