Monthly Archives: August, 2026

Government Is a Leaky Bucket

You have read a lot about Mayor Zohran Mamdani, an avowed socialist who now runs New York City. Your Survival Guy has criticized Mamdani's...

America’s Energy Future

Originally posted June 12, 2026. You can see in the chart below the dramatic fall of coal as America's primary source of fuel for power...

Survive and Thrive July 2026: Is It Finally Time to Retire?

Dear Survivor, You saved ‘til it hurt. You lived within your means. And now you wonder if you have enough money to retire. You’re ready...

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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...