"We found a 1999 Saturn SL2 in good condition for just $1600. It has a great stereo with USB/MP3 support. Our daughter will use it for a couple of years then pass it on to our son. There are bargains if you are patient."
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Morningstar says most portfolio managers shun their own funds! Disturbing, but true.
Started Oct 27, 2009
Most investors are giving 75% of thier earnings to Wall Street!
Started Sep 20, 2009
The Bargain Hunter
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Chris Blais Oct 4, 2009.
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Chris Blais posted a discussionMorningstar says most portfolio managers shun their own funds! Disturbing, but true.
By Dan JamiesonInvestment NewsOctober 25, 2009Helpful hint for mutual fund portfolio managers: Get some skin in the game if you want to outperform other managers.According to a series of recent studies by Morningstar Inc., funds whose managers invest $1 million or more of their own money in their fund ranked in the 42nd performance percentile, on average, over the five-year period through July. That means they outperformed 58% of their peers.Funds whose managers own no shares ranked, on…See More
Chris Blais replied to Chris Blais's discussion Investment Strategies and Philosophy"Gold, Gold, Gold! The Wall Street pundits are screaming about gold's use as a hedge against inflation. Malarkey! Gold is a terrible investment, and an even worse hedge against inflation. Right now, gold is at a near record based on speculation.…"
Chris Blais replied to Chris Blais's discussion The Bargain Hunter"As of this weekend, the fridge is working great, the stink is gone. We purchased a stainless steel Frigidaire Stove, glass top, about 3 years old for $375 delivered and a 1 year old Kenmore Dishwasher for $240. Our total for gently used stainless…"
Derek Sisterhen replied to Chris Blais's discussion Craigslist is the Bomb in the group The Cash Club"Stainless steel? Nicely done! My wife and I have been keeping our eyes peeled on Craigslist for our next vehicle. We've been paying ourselves a car payment into a savings account and we're about ready to go get a deal."
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- At 8:25am on December 27, 2008,
Justin Lukasavige said… - Great to have an investment whiz on the site Chris. We enjoyed the presentation and dinner last week. Can't wait to get together soon for my retirement funds!
- At 11:49am on December 28, 2008, Derek Sisterhen said…
- Hey Chris! I'm so glad you've joined us here at Beyond Past Due! I hope you and your family had a great Christmas, and I'll look forward to seeing you here real soon!
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