By Yann Kostic from the December 2014 Edition For many of us, a portfolio of investments is like a junk closet: It starts out organized, but gradually collects random stuff until it needs some serious cleaning. But unlike cleaning a closet, cleaning your portfolio can save (or even earn) you money. The first step is to look at the […]
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In this issue: Nature Planting Roots in Mexico – Blue Agave – Tommy Clarkson Asparagus Fern – Tommy Clarkson Living in Mexico Cafe Review – Restaurante Las Abejas – Suzanne A. Marshall It’s all so good! – Suzanne A. Marshall Letters to the Editor -RVing Travel Part I – Terry Sovil Thanksgiving Turkey – […]
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In this issue: Nature Old Man Palm – Tommy Clarkson Oyster Plant – Tommy Clarkson General Interest Books vs Electronic Books – Freda Vickery At the Movies – Philomena – The Killing – Suzanne A. Marshall Money – Understanding returns – Yann Kostic Living in Manzanillo Mark’s Letter – Mark Wright Get off your […]
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By Yann Kostic from the November 2014 Edition You’ve probably noticed that your mutual fund account statement shows two sets of figures for average annual total returns: one is adjusted and the other, unadjusted. What does this mean? Unadjusted performance figures: Unadjusted performance figures show the performance of a fund during the time periods indicated, taking into account changes […]
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By Yann Kostic from the October 2014 Edition Adding real estate to your portfolio can provide greater diversification, plus a potential for growth, but it can be tricky. That’s why some investors choose real estate investment trusts (REITs) instead. REITs are securities that invest primarily in income-producing real estate or make loans to persons involved in the real […]
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In this issue: Entertainment At the Movies – November Man – Suzanne A. Marshall Foyles War – Suzanne A. Marshall Musings of a ‘Magazinaholic!’ – Suzanne A. Marshall Living in Manzanillo Sun Announcement Snowbirds – Suzanne A. Marshall Mujeres Amigas Newsletter – Elaine Parker So what do I pack? – Freda Vickery Nature Mexican Fan […]
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By Yann Kostic from the September 2014 Edition When volatility strikes the stock market, some investors take refuge in bonds. But while bonds are generally less risky than stocks, they, too, have risks. Perhaps the greatest is the risk that a rise in interest rates will cause the value of your bond investments to decline. […]
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In this issue: Entertainment At the Movies – And so it goes – Get on Up – Suzanne A. Marshall General Interest Bonds can be risky too – Yann Kostic Language – Kirby Vickery Letters to the editors Airlines into Manzanillo Living in Manzanillo A Fountain of Youth – Suzanne A. Marshall How to Decipher […]
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By Yann Kostic from the August 2014 Edition Investors saving for retirement often avoid international stocks because of their perceived risk, but going global could actually reduce your portfolio risk. Why? International stocks may offer better value. Over the six months ending April 30, the U.S. stock market, as measured by the S&P 500 Index, […]
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In this issue: Entertainment At the Movies – How to Train Your Dragon – Suzanne A. Marshall Sex Tape – Suzanne A. Marshall General Interest Letters to the Editor Don’t Overlook the value of international Stock -Yann Kostic Special Attraction Danzas Folklorico Manzanillo Mexico Viva – Mark Wright An evening at the dance – John […]
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