Bogleheads

Thanks for the reply. Don't know why I didn't think to try that before posting. Go Phillies! Not dead yet.

For some unknown reason this computer quit displaying Interactive Chart feature of Yahoo Charts program. Does anyone know of a free charting program which will display dividends of a fund or stock fo ...

In an attempt to understand where our president is coming from and where our country is going, I bought both "Dreams From My Father" and also "The Audacity of Hope". Just finished ...

Happy Belated Birthday Wishes, Taylor. Thanks for all you do. You have done so much for so many of us.

Vic

You might want to double check the tax situation before you make a decision. I believe the fed capital gains rate on investment real estate is 25% plus whatever state taxes you might have to pay. Yo ...

I recently purchased a new laptop, mostly to familiarize myself with Vista. Rather than spend money to upgrade my trusty, rusty Office 97, I downloaded OpenOffice 3. Not only is it faster and free, ...

You might try "Property Managers" in local Yellow Pages or CraigsList. They take a hefty chunk of rent but it might be worth it.

Don't forget to factor in the taxes that your state and/or city imposes. In some states (like PA) you are taxed at a given percentage for the entire amount.

Leonard, I couldn't agree more that advisors shouldn't be let off the responsibility hook, but I did understand the extent of the capital gains and discussed it with them prior to giving them the go-a ...

I would like to remind everyone that the ultimate responsibility for the decision to re-allocate lies with the individual and NOT with the advisor. I received the same advice, and after considering it ...

Jonathan's column is the first thing I turn to every Wed. when the WSJ arrives. Very disappointing. Reminiscent of Tony Snow's decision to leave the job as W's press secretary but "A man's gotta ...

For reliability and economical transportation, I always recommend that people buy the best Honda (Includes Acura) that they can afford. Whether new or used, take the Honda (only) extended warranty (t ...

Almost 3 years ago we switched from another fee only advisor who was really good, but somewhat more expensive than Rick. I'd never have found either one, if not for the Diehards Forum and therefore f ...