The $830 American Christmas

Americans are expected to spend about $830 per person for the 2015 Christmas season. That’s almost back to the levels seen Continue reading →

High Income Low Assets

The median American has less than one year’s income in savings, including retirement accounts. That sounds like just another data Continue reading →

Data That Matters October 2015

US GDP was down from 1Q15 at 3.9% to 1.5% in 2Q15. The average American worker is paid 1/354th their Continue reading →

The Poor Can Invest Like The Rich

Wealth inequality is not just from accumulated income. About a third of millionaires attain their wealth from investing. Wealth inequality, Continue reading →

US GDP 2Q15

US GDP was down from 1Q15 at 3.9% to 1.5% in 2Q15. Businesses are cutting back on inventories bracing for Continue reading →

Retirement In America

Retirement is more an idea than a reality for many older Americans. The magical age of 65 does represent retirement Continue reading →

The $70K Salary

Remember the business owner from Seattle who decided that even a $15/hr wage wasn’t enough and decided to pay everyone Continue reading →

Bitcoin Declared A Currency

At least within the EU, the debate about Bitcoin is over. It is officially a currency. The US continues to Continue reading →