Jim Woods
Turning a Liability Into an Asset
Inflation is all over the news these days, and everyone is suggesting ways to avoid its impact on you and your assets. Some market experts are suggesting that Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are the way to go, while others have made tried-and-true gold, silver and precious metals stocks their hedges against the effects of inflation. […]
Blinded By The Light
He was just blinded by the light Cut loose like a deuce another runner in the night Blinded by the light Mama always told me not to look into the sights of the sun Whoa, but mama, that’s where the fun is… –Bruce Springsteen, “Blinded By The Light” You might find this hard to believe, […]
The Fed’s Racing Toward Dead Man’s Curve
Dangerous curves come in all sorts of forms. A woman can have dangerous curves that can lead a man to make some very bad decisions. I mean, before you know it, you’ve bought a ring, then a house, and then you’re changing diapers. Then there are dangerous medical curves, such as diseases of the spinal […]
Consider This Fund to Invest in Gold
The iShares Gold Trust (NYSEARCA:IAU) tracks the gold spot price, less expenses and liabilities, using gold bars held in vaults around the world. IAU is an efficient way for investors to hold physical gold. For retail investors, the fund removes the complexities of buying, transporting, storing and insuring physical gold. Using a grantor trust structure, the fund […]
Hedge Against Inflation with Basic Materials
I recently have been exploring several exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that might be useful hedges against inflation, which could rear its head in the days to come. One option for investors looking to protect the value of their money is Invesco DWA Basic Materials Momentum ETF (PYZ). This fund combines a sector-based approach to investing in […]
Get Yourself A Chow Chow
We all know the cliché that a dog is “man’s best friend.” Well, let me tell you something, man needs best friends. In fact, as social animals, building a network of close friends and trusted associates is imperative to a life well-lived. Of course, finding those you can trust and that “have your back” isn’t […]