Any riskless assets including but not limited to checking, money markets, CD’s, bridge accounts, T-bills, etc…
The Federal Reserve has eliminated the archaic Regulation D rules limiting transfers and withdrawals from savings accounts to 6 per month in total (unless conducted in person)! Oh yeah, and just maybe I’m back blogging. I’ve got lots to catch you all up on, but let’s stick to the great news that dragged me out …
I am not in the market for a CD right now, but if I were, I would certainly be heading to PenFed. PenFed CD rates, even on short term side are looking strong. The 2 year at 1.41% is really nice. Actually, it bums me out a little since I had to settle for a …
Let’s talk about envy. I’m not talking the good kind that motivates you to save more like every time I read about someone maxing their 401k, Roth, and contributing to another traditional IRA or brokerage account. I can do the first two, but the others elude due to unfortunate income constraints. But, that kind of …
How can you save money by spending money? It seems pretty counterintuitive, but there are a few things I purchased in just the last week, that I expect will result in money savings in the long term. 1) I got lured in by an Amazon deal. I know that sounds like a bad idea, but …
For years now I’ve been extolling the virtues of Pentagon Federal Credit Union, primarily for it’s Platinum Cash Rewards VISA. Although many of the benefits of the card have eroded over the years, the key components of this card have been a constant. The first is the 5% cash back you get at any gas station …
Well, 2012 was a pretty tumultuous year politically, and I was angry about the dereliction of duty by our Congress for most of it. Luckily for you guys I left my rants out of this blog. Coming into 2013 it looks like the Congress is setting itself up for the same sort stupidity that got …
Right now my SUV is sitting in the auto repair shop with multiple gasket leaks. It's at least a 6 hour operation. It will cost me over $800 to fix it. I took it in for a routine oil change and this is where I ended up. It does explain that burning oil smell I've …
Last night I received the news I've been waiting for at least 5 years. Finally, TreasuryDirect is updating its archaic login process to the modern world. The announcement on their website reads: Important Notice: To make our customers' experience better, we're updating TreasuryDirect's authentication process. The change will make it easier for you to access …
Dear BB&T, You just blew it. I've been your customer for over 20 years, and you just let a monthly fee toss all that out the window. For the past year and a half you've been trying to put a fee on my checking account. I've made phone calls and emails to get these $1 …
I am very sad to report that NC State Employees Credit Union is shutting down their bridge account program. Originally started in 2007, the account offered a relatively risk-free way to play the markets. It was great while it lasted. To quote myself: The interest rate on this account is variable and pays quarterly. It …
