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Wed. May. 13, 2009 D4L commentary

No Such Thing As Free (TARP) Money

Several banks have learned the hard way that when you get the U.S. government’s money, even in the form of a loan, as a bonus you get the government’s “help” running your business.  Needless to say, this is not very appealing to most businesses. Looking at the country’s deficit, the government doesn’t specialize in running anything in the black. So what’s a company to do when they realize they’re in a bad relationship?


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Tue. Apr. 28, 2009 D4L commentary

Buy-And-Hold Under Attack

Have you ever noticed those that most vehemently attack a buy-and-hold strategy really don’t understand how buy-and-hold works? They confuse a buy-and-hold strategy with day-trading with a longer duration.


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Tue. Feb. 24, 2009 D4L commentary

Financial Crisis: Can You Spare A Dime For My Wealthy Friend?

So, the company you work for is starting to lose money and the layoffs have begun. You hold your breath as the names are read. Then suddenly it dawns on you – it just the working stiffs that are being affected. Is there something wrong with this picture? Where’s the equity in this? Not to fear, after careful research I have determined this financial downturn is so bad, that even the well-to-do are suffering – at least in their own way. Consider the following:


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Sat. Nov. 22, 2008 D4L commentary

Is The Financial Crisis Getting the Best of Warren Buffett?

Through November 21, 2008, Berkshire Hathaway’s (BRK.A) year-to-date return was -36.4%. Since last December 11th when Class A shares hit its record high of $151,650, it has lost nearly half its value closing at $77,500 on Thursday; its lowest level since August 2003. This has not gone unnoticed by shareholders. Some investors have lost confidence in the ability of BRK to pay its debts.


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Sun. Oct. 12, 2008 D4L commentary

How To Be a Better Investor During These Difficult Times

A recent article on The Motley Fool pointed out that now is the time that Baron Rothschild was referring to when he said, “Buy when blood is in the streets.” It listed the following 5 ways to help you be a better investor during these difficult times:
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