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One of my favorite Christmas movies is the version of “A Christmas Carol” starring George C. Scott as Ebenezer Scrooge. I confess that I understand Scrooge’s character.

Admit your past debt mistakes readily. Like a former alcoholic you must be constantly vigilant against slipping up again.

You bought more things than you can pay for. That is an error in judgment. Given the evil in the world, your small financial troubles aren’t that bad.

Only after you have steeled your resolve not to borrow any more money are you ready to deal with paying off your current debt.

By definition, to get rid of consumer debt, simply stop borrowing money.

We are losing many potential asset management clients because of credit card debt! The difference between those in debt and millionaires is as small as slight changes in financial lifestyle.

Great financial wealth can be built by living a beer and chips lifestyle on a champagne and caviar budget!

No matter what worthy organizations you support, you can give up to 15% more if you give them appreciated stock instead of cash.

Despite your political persuasion, Governor Gray Davis shows how even the golden goose can be cooked. His mistakes rightly deserve the ridicule he has received.

October is a good time to review your portfolio for investments that can be sold for a loss.

You can learn a lot about financial management from snapping turtles.

“Bet on red.” replied my mother, “Now, let’s talk about how much risk you want to take.”

Inflation ultimately has to rise and keep pace with increases in the money supply.

It is usually better to be a seller of options than a buyer of options.

All investors should have a certain measure of foreign investments. That may sound scary, but not as scary as putting all your eggs in one country’s basket!