Thomas Smicklas

4 Key Paths to Portfolio Flexibility in 2009

Any retirement funds that of necessity income oriented should include a suitable mix of the preferred ETFs such as PFF for a higher yield, blended corporates and treasuries, not forgetting TIP. Inflation is the 600 pound gorilla in waiting, imo. Don't forget the tax man cometh, sooneth, and shield that income.

No need too buy my entire list. Pick and chose a small portfolio you are comfortable with.

Practical Investment Ideas: Pay Attention To Yields, Rental Real Estate

Nor do we need lectures from one with no constructive ideas. I sit at my family table, proudly, thank you.

Practical Investment Ideas: Pay Attention To Yields, Rental Real Estate

Mediapro is just another left wing nut job with a keyboard. I invite him(or her) to directly observe successful real estate ventures taking full advantage of social engineering that has been inspired by the Democratic Party. I would even consider this person as an investor in some properties if they had the cash. One caveat - this potential successful investor has to be a silent partner. I couldn't stand the stream of BS.

Practical Investment Ideas: Pay Attention To Yields, Rental Real Estate

Democratic Party social engineering? Absolutely correct - and it is crap. Look at the tax code and bank lending mandates for starters.The Republicans are not blameless, as stated above.
Real Estate? I am intimately involved in this industry and have more than a clue - I live it, advise it and profit from it. Re-read my nuances in this article. The "little guys" sniping away are always apt to criticize when they are not meaningful players in the game. As a side comment, I do evictions in 16 days - User 52095 must have a weak attorney or poor procedural skills.

Investment Ideas For Hard Times To Come

As mentioned by BS, there is plenty of blame to go around. I am still waiting for Democrats in Congress to shoulder their fair share in regards to the present financial challenges we face as a nation.