As Washington struggles in finding a solution for the debt ceiling debate and the eurozone still battles with the devaluation of the euro, the safe havens of precious metals can mean serious profit opportunities for investors. Read More

July 27 marked a major shift in one of the largest and most watched markets in the world. Let me explain… A few weeks ago, I told readers we were near a tipping point. I was speaking about the June 30 end of the… Read More

The relationship between risk and reward never changes. If you’re seeking great riches — in the form of juicy dividends — then you’re likely pursuing very speculative investments. On the flip side, seeking “safe” dividend payers likely means you’re going to get a paltry… Read More

Commodities are on a tear. Whether we’re talking about precious metals or energy futures, commodities have posted strong gains during the past 10 years. Take silver for example. It’s up 127% this year alone. Oil touched $100 per barrel on July… Read More

In response to rising debt woes in Europe and the United States, wary investors are taking steps to preserve capital, boost income and protect themselves from inflation. A great way to accomplish these goals is to hold consumer-staple stocks, which provide the daily necessities people use such as toothpaste… Read More

I’ve discovered a way to earn the equivalent of a second Social Security check every month. Now, I don’t want to mislead you. This check isn’t from Uncle Sam. In fact, the government doesn’t have anything to do with it. (I think that’s good news considering all the debt problems the government is facing). And you won’t be receiving one big check. Instead, you’ll see dozens of smaller ones in your mailbox — or brokerage account — each month. Let me explain… According to the Social Security Administration’s… Read More

I’ve discovered a way to earn the equivalent of a second Social Security check every month. Now, I don’t want to mislead you. This check isn’t from Uncle Sam. In fact, the government doesn’t have anything to do with it. (I think that’s good news considering all the debt problems the government is facing). And you won’t be receiving one big check. Instead, you’ll see dozens of smaller ones in your mailbox — or brokerage account — each month. Let me explain… According to the Social Security Administration’s Monthly Statistical Snapshot, in June 2011 the average monthly benefit for the roughly 55 million Americans receiving a Social Security check was $1,079. That month, I earned $1,387 from this alternative method. The month prior, I earned $1,186, and the month before that I got $1,498. Like I said, I’ve discovered a way to earn the equivalent of another Social Security check each and every month. And I only started to build this monthly income stream back in December 2009. So what’s the secret? What’s the key to earning a “second” Social Security check… Read More

With the economy showing new signs of weakness, profit forecasts are coming into question, especially for companies that are counting on consumer spending. But toy maker Hasbro (NYSE: HAS) laid down a path in 2008 and 2009 that should set the stage for robust results in 2012 and… Read More

If you’re an investor who likes fat dividends during tough times (and who doesn’t), then you should own pharmaceutical stocks. Drug companies have traditionally been a safe haven during economic downturns. In fact, the S&P Pharmaceuticals Index lost only 3% of its value during… Read More

Contrary to what the financial media machine may imply, starting out with a sizeable brokerage account balance and constantly trading it isn’t the only way to turn a few bucks into a small fortune. Some of today’s biggest personal portfolios started out very small, yet haven’t bought or sold a… Read More

On July 13, I told you about the simple strategy that’s never lost money. Put simply, the longer you hold an investment, the better your chances of making a… Read More