Bearish Outlook for the Economy
Although the vast majority of the economists believe the bull market in stocks and real estate will continue there is factors that all investors must be aware. -There are too many people without jobs and the labor participation rate is at its lowest level in decades. That means as the large number of unemployed enter […]
Snapshot Of How We Got Where We Are
In this final newsletter of the year, I want to share my observations about some macro trends and macro developments that have already happened and that I see continue to happen, and how they impact us as investors. Although politicians don’t like to discuss the fact, we are currently in an asset bubble caused by […]
A Government for itself and paid for by the people
As I watch the Presidential debates, I don’t really see a plan from any candidate that can bring us out of the hole. The biggest problem, which is our debt, cannot be solved by spending cuts or revenue increases alone. I am a former Canadian, yet even I know it was not the intention of […]
America Has Shifted From A Strong Work Ethic To A Free Hand-Out Ethic
The bottom line is that the long term outlook for any economy with huge debt and over 50% of its population receiving entitlements is dismal. Big Government does not work and will not work. We have lost the purpose of the US Constitution as big government is not what America is all about! America is […]
Small Businesses Are Being Regulated Out Of Existence
One of the main points that stood out at the last GOP debate was the fact that more government involvement in business creates more challenges for business and this extra regulation often leads to smaller business having to merge in order to survive. A few candidates took it much further to say that more government regulation […]
Is this the America We Want To Leave To Our Children?
As Americans, if we don’t start making changes in how our free economy is allowed to work, then we will see the entrepreneurial spirit that built America begin to fade. In some ways we are creating corporate oligarchs similar to Russia where the top 1% of the top 1% of the population control the economy […]
If You Thought Your Mortgage Was Upside Down Before …
Now let me talk about another case study of how upside-down and backward things are as a result of government intervention. I’m talking about the residential real estate market. Logically, it would seem appropriate that for home prices to rise, income would also have to rise for Americans. However, according to the Case Shiller 20 […]
What Actions Can You Take Now?
At this point I want to say that I am not a registered financial advisor and, in fact, have no professional financial designation at all. However, I am logical when I look at trends emerging and so far my common sense has been rewarded. Here are my recommendations: Move More Into Cash. I am going […]
High Marks, Dynamic, Interactive & Engaging!
“Congratulations to the Las Vegas Investment Club team on a great EconoSummit 2017 event. The speakers were intelligent, informed and relevant to the hot topics of the moment, which ranged from investing and economics to business, politics and health. The event was dynamic, interactive and engaging throughout. Overall, I give it high marks and recommend it to others interested in education, investment opportunities, networking and […]
Well Worth The Time – Top Notch Speakers!
“I have attended every one of the EconoSummit’s presented by the Las Vegas Investment Club. Each one has been well worth the time. I’ve learned much from the various speakers – who are all top notch. 2017’s event was especially good with two of the top economists in Mark Skousen (who writes investing newsletters and organizes ‘Freedom Fest’ each year) and Bill Strauss of […]