Tag: Allen Wisniewski
Learning to use debt wisely
With interest rates at record low levels many people would view this, as an opportunity to make a major purchase, such as a house...
International events drive interest rates lower
One expectation that I had for this year was that international events would have a significant impact on our markets. As we start this...
2014 was a good year financially
As 2014 closes, it is good to look back and see what kind of year it was. Generally speaking it was a good year...
Consumer confidence surges
Last Friday the University of Michigan consumer confidence survey registered its highest reading in eight years. This survey comes out twice monthly, and this...
The impact of lower gasoline prices
In recent months we have seen gasoline prices in our area drop from around $4 per-gallon to roughly $3 currently. This drop in price...
Understanding mergers and investing
During periods of stock market strength merger activity among companies typically picks up. This has certainly been the case this year, as merger activity...
Foreign central bank moves boost stocks
Unless someone is closely attuned to economic policy, most people do not actively follow the moves of central banks. Not that many individuals follow...
Understanding the big drop in gasoline prices
The cost of a gallon of gasoline is probably the most recognized price we encounter. Most of us drive, and it is something we...
Do-it-yourself investing
In every day life we are faced with decisions of whether to do something ourselves, or to hire some- one. Probably the most basic...
Changes in Japan impact financial markets
Last week was a good example of how international developments can impact our financial markets. Oftentimes news stories from across the world are interpreted...
