Larry E. Swedroe's Blog, page 1308

Interest Rates: Why Waiting for Rates to Rise May Cost You

April 28, 2011 -- Many people believe interest rates will rise in the near future, so they're staying with very short-term fixed income investments. However, even if...

Interest Rates: Why Waiting for Rates to Rise Will Cost You

April 28, 2011 -- Many people believe interest rates will rise in the near future, so they're staying with very short-term fixed income investments. However, even if...

Social Security: Understanding the Spousal Benefit

April 27, 2011 -- Even if you're filing for a spousal benefit, taking Social Security benefits early will result in a reduction. Here's how steep that can be.

Are Mutual Funds Ignoring Their Mandates?

April 26, 2011 -- At first glance from Morningstar, it appears that many emerging market funds are heavily invested in developed markets. However, a deeper look...

How to Create and Live a Fulfilling Retirement

April 25, 2011 -- If you're worried about your livelihood during your retirement years, check out Your Retirement Quest.

John Hancock: Does It Add Value?

April 22, 2011 -- John Hancock touts its experience and Morningstar ratings as reasons why it's one of the fastest growing mutual fund companies. Let's see if the...

Why We Refuse to Admit Our Mistakes

April 21, 2011 -- There's nothing wrong with making mistakes. However, refusing to admit them and correct the behavior is a big problem.

Book Review: Mistakes Were Made (but Not by Me)

April 20, 2011 -- If you've ever wondered why some people can't admit they're wrong, you should read Mistakes Were Made (but Not by Me).

Hedge Fund Update for First Quarter 2011

April 19, 2011 -- Many studies have shown the poor overall performance of hedge funds. Here's an update on how they've fared so far this year.

Are Stocks Overvalued?

April 18, 2011 -- With the rise in the stock market over the past two years, it's no surprise that some are questioning whether the market is overvalued.