Monthly Archives: March, 2026

Will Washington Kill the Golden Goose?

You know that Your Survival Guy favors states with low or no income taxes, and despite being a blue blob state in many regards,...

Gold Up After Iran Strikes

After Israel and the United States struck Iran over the weekend, gold prices are higher, though still slightly below their January 28 all-time highs....

Survive and Thrive February 2026: How Narrow Is Your Margin of Safety?

Dear Survivor, Do not be misled by the temptation of a few extra basis points until you’ve done your due diligence on your margin of...

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Investing Mistakes to Avoid: #3 Back 40 Back

UPDATE 11.13.26: It's never a bad time to remember...

Can France Get Its Wine through the Tariff Wall?

Nicolas Forissier, France's trade minister, joined Bloomberg TV to...

It’s Nice to Go Trav’ling

In my conversations with you, many of you are...

Capital Gains Tax: Real and Fake

Take a good, hard look at your state's tax...

You’re the Multimillionaire Next Door for a Reason

Originally posted on September 8, 2026. You’re the multimillionaire next...

Beat Inertia: Waiting Until Tomorrow Can Be Costly

When was the last time you updated your insurance...

Permitting Reform: This Senate’s Last Hurrah

Majority Leader John Thune's Senate hasn't done much, and...

Household Debt Grows as Rates Rise

Americans' household debt rose in the third quarter of...