Not raising the debt ceiling could cause another sell-off in the stock market. If so, history has shown it is worth buying the dip as politicians eventually agree to raise the debt ceiling limit and curb some spending. However, have you ever wondered why the government doesn’t spend more responsibly? After all, we individuals are …
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Bear markets and bank runs aren’t good for most people. But let’s try to look at the upside if the Fed destroys the middle class, shall we? Thinking in extremes provides clarity to help make better decisions. To set the stage, we know at least these three things: The last time the Fed Funds rate …
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You might be wondering why rich central bankers remain unrelenting in their desire to raise interest rates. After all, there are plenty of signs individual components of inflation are rolling over. Given each interest rate hike takes at least six months to have an affect on slowing the economy, the Federal Reserve could easily over …
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Have you ever wondered what the ideal income is to live a comfortable life before retirement and after retirement? Well, look no further than the student loan forgiveness income threshold of $125,000 per individual and $250,000 per married couple. On August 24, 2022, President Biden unveiled a plan to cancel up to $10,000 tax-free in …
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The more money you have, the more you can do what you want. The more power you have, the more you can do what you want as well. Perhaps ideally, you have so much money and power that you’re able to consistently be above the law. Here at Financial Samurai, we’re able to help readers …
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The Met Gala is an annual fundraiser for the benefit of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute of New York City. If you want to attend, a ticket costs $35,000 and a table costs between $200,000 – $300,000. However, even if you have the money, you might not be able to go. Anna Wintour, …
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One of the great things about being a member of Congress is having power. The more power you have, the more influence you have. And the more influence you have, the more money you can make. Most senators, representatives, and delegates make a salary of $174,000 per year. However, the speaker of the House makes $223,500 …
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As the wealth gap continues to widen, it may be beneficial to learn how to convince people you are middle class when you’re actually rich. Otherwise, you might become target enemy number one when the revolution comes! To get things out of the way, I feel rich. Not only do I feel rich, but I …
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Back in 2010, I first addressed the four different ways to spend money by Milton Friedman because I was frustrated by how much I was paying in taxes. I was regularly working ~70-hour weeks and faced an ever-higher marginal income tax rate. I was burning out and needed a change. Who knew that two years …
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Part of creating great wealth and happiness is anticipating the future, understanding the future, betting on the future, and adapting to the future. Well I’ve seen the future and it looks so bright. With President Joe Biden in power until 2024 at least, the government will be getting bigger. Taxes will be going up and …
