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FinCon starts tomorrow, but this post has nothing to do with money! Yesterday, I spent the day cherishing my loved ones, especially my son, because I know I am going to be away for a little bit. I only had one son yesterday, so it gave me time to provide one on one attention and affection. I am...

Definition

An inverted yield curve (negative yield curve) will slope down to the right to show that the yield is higher for short-term maturities than for longer maturities.

Why It's Important?

You may have heard all of the talk about the inverted yield curve and an upcoming recession. An inverted...

As the kids go back to school this week, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the many lessons I learned this summer. It was both challenging and cleansing. The message that I write my story and control my surroundings has never been more apparent! Here is what happened:

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Definition

The ask price is the price at which a dealer of a particular security is willing to sell the security to interested investors. A bid price is the price at which a dealer in a particular security is willing to purchase the security from investors.

Why It's Important

The New York Stock...

Definition

Alternative Investments are any investment that is not cash, equities, and bonds

Why It's Important

The list of alternative investments is very broad and includes real estate-backed securities, mortgage-backed securities, limited partnership interests, hedge funds (explained here),...

Definition

A basis point is equal to one hundredth of one percent

Why It's Important

You have probably heard the talking heads on your favorite financial shows or news site mentioning basis points. They may have said something like "interest rates have gone down 25 basis points". 25 basis points is...