Freethinking About Finances

Jim Walker has written an excellent analysis of personal finances from a skeptical/freethought perspective.

Is "Buy And Hold" Investing Dead?

This blogger frequently listens to Saturday morning talk radio while doing various other things.  You can always count on several shows touting the value of stock trading (with their company, of course, after spending a large amount of money to "learn" the skill) and stating that "Buy and Hold" investing is for losers.

Here is a good analysis of why "Buy and Hold" investing is not dead and, in fact, is the best way to maximize you chance for financial gain over the long-term. (click here)

The Downside To Financial Literacy

The Motley Fool website has an interesting article about financial literacy that should expand your thinking about this issue.