Originally Published on December 30, 2017 2017 was a big year for investors as the S&P has delivered 19.42%. For complete data see https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-12-28/asia-stocks-head-for-muted-open-after-record-high-markets-wrap Less Government, more problems? Bitcoin is a convergence of technology and libertarian economics that provides a means of exchange disconnected from centralized control and government involvement. Satoshi Nakamoto – a mystery figure

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Originally Published on June 29, 2017 Photo fascination is taking over the consciousness of a substantial number of people. Wherever you look, people are browsing thru “social media”. Walking and scrolling. Gazing down constantly, the prospects of permanent neck damage seem certain. Dinner, family, meetings and all manner of activity are dominated by the pervasive digital world seen through the small portal of a phone screen. With the riveted concentration of a scientist edit

Originally Published on March 31, 2017 Every ninety days or so, I begin to think about what I can write that will fortify the process of building portfolios and create the best balance between risk and reward. All of the material that I produce is intended to give perspective on what is currently happening in our world and yet the message seems to always lead back to the same place. This endeavor of seeking our greatest potential as investors will never be easy. These commen