Posts by Peter Blatt
The Blatt Watch by Peter Blatt: Lessons of Mutual Funds vs ETFs
In this article, Peter explains the defining differences between mutual funds and their low-cost, liquid cousins, ETFs.
Read MoreThe Blatt Watch by Peter Blatt: Can You Raise My Debt Limit?
In this week’s Blatt Watch, Peter shares with readers a funny yet frightening video of a guy who tries to get his bank to extend his personal credit line – despite already owing roughly seven times what he earns!
Read MoreThe Blatt Watch by Peter Blatt: The New Face of Bureaucracy
Does your brokerage house have you jumping through hoops? Don’t. You’ll end up with a 6-cent check!
Read MoreThe Blatt Watch by Peter Blatt: Compartmentalizing the Risk and Worry of Your Investments
Do you set aside time each day to worry? Some researchers think you should, and Peter thinks it’s good for your investment portfolio.
Read MoreThe Blatt Watch by Peter Blatt: Cooking and retirement planning – it’s all about the end goal
How in the world is retirement planning in 2013 like cooking? Peter came up with the analogy this week, and it’s quite good.
Read MoreThe Blatt Watch by Peter Blatt: A Supreme Court Justice Shows Us How The World Works
Peter lays out some striking points about how the media covers the most mundane news – most notably, Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas news this week that he spoke.
Read MoreThe Blatt Watch by Peter Blatt: The Fallout of the Fiscal Cliff: A Brief Guide for Retirees
Peter lays out everything retirees need to know about the negotiated deal to avoid the fiscal cliff in this week’s edition.
Read MoreThe Fallout of the Fiscal Cliff: A Brief Guide for Small Business Owners
Wondering how the fiscal cliff deal affects small business owners? Peter explains it all here in this easy-to-understand, simple article. It’s a must-read for those who aren’t familiar with what the legislation accomplishes for business owners, and where it comes up short!
Read MoreThe Blatt Watch by Peter Blatt: A Renewed Ray of Hope for You and Yours
From the desk of Peter Blatt December 18, 2012 While we prepare for the coming Holidays and the ensuing celebrations, we’re also collectively mourning the horrific and tremendous losses suffered…
Read MoreThe Blatt Watch by Peter Blatt: Investing Without Worry
What if you could predict with pinpoint accuracy today exactly what that IRA will produce in retirement income 10 years from now?
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