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The 2008 Election And The Stock Market

The 2008 election season has not fully started yet, but it is something to think about over the next few months. Depending on who you think will win, John McCain or Barack Obama, you may be more inclined to put money in the market or stay on the sidelines.
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Investment Mistakes To Avoid

* Don’t invest without a plan! First and foremost, every investor must have investment plan and goals set firmly.

* Don’t hold on to stocks that are making losses. People do this in the hope that there will be a turn around in the price and then they can exit at the buying price.

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Diamond in the Rough Stock Tip (LUB)

Unless you live in Texas, chances are you’ve never heard of Luby’s Inc (LUB). This company has 128 restaurants, most of them in Texas, but some in four nearby states. They provide customers with cafeteria-style dining that is very popular among many ages and ethnicities, not the least of which is the baby boomer generation. This generation is retiring en masse as we speak. They are only going to have more time on their hands and more cravings for yummy cafeteria food. Luby’s menu is comprised mostly of home-style food: Salisbury steak, chicken fried chicken, liver and onions… you get the picture. Read the rest of this entry »

Common Stock Scams. How To Avoid A Stock Scam

There are a lot of pundits out there that offer investing tips for a fee. While some of these investing services may be well worth the money, others are scams are certainly close to a scam.

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