Finance is Fun
with Marion R. Syversen, MBA
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Consumer Confidence
The consumer confidence index 'fell' in August to the lowest point since October of 2011. Why should I care? What does it mean? What is the Consumer Confidence Index? - This is an economic...
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Questions to ask about Retirement
Apparently we are living and loving and not talking about some things, like retirement. One survey found that 41% of partners DISAGREED about if one of you would work in retirement and almost that...
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Finance is Fun: September 11, 2012
Individuals are responsible for most of our own savings. Through 401ks and the like we have to manage the world of investing and that can be very difficult when you don’t have much time to teach...
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Men, Women & Investing
Another survey, by the Bank of Montreal, this time about men and women and who beats whom on investing. It turns out it's better for both with an advisor. Men: More...
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A New Look at Investing Theories
I went to school for finance. Investing experts are always hoping to find the elusive mathematical equation that permits investing with NO RISK and a HIGH RETURN. I have studied the experts'...
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Talk to Kids About Retirement Now...Really.
I love surveys. They are just a wealth of awesome information. One recent survey found that more people believe in ALIENS ON OTHER PLANETS than believe Social Security will still exist for their...
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7 Retirement Tips
Sometimes planning can feel overwhelming. Where to start? Follow this yellow-brick road with tips from the Society of Actuaries. 7 Tips: Net worth Hedge risk Income vs....
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Making a Student Budget
Got a student ready for college? Maybe you could help them figuring out their budget with this basic information. Income: Job Parent ...
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Annuities
With pensions a thing of the past for many Mainers, annuities have become more popular. Annuities have been around since Roman times, so they are not a new concept. Though expensive, their...
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How Couples Mess-up Finances
An article in Reuters provided some eye-opening statistics and suggested your money & relationship strategy. The Problem- People who fight about money ONCE a WEEK are 30% more likely to get...
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Governor LePage Moving His Office
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High School Documentarians Honor Veterans
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Elementary Students Honor Their Unsung Heroes
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Weight Watchers Program Free For ME First Responders
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A Crash Course In Distracted Driving For Students In Newport
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Charleston Sex Offender Sentenced to 35 Years In Federal Prison Gets State Sentence
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Governor Vetoes Hospital/Medicaid Bill
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Maine Sports Hall of Famer Pleads No Contest to Child Porn
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North Pond Hermit's Court Appearance Postponed
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Winslow Company Accused of Labor Violations
Breaking News from CBS
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Video: Extra: Okla. dog owner and dog Bowser reunited
Moore, Oklahoma resident Barbara Garcia lost everything in this week's devastating tornado. But amid the rubble, Barbara -- and a CBS News crew -- found and rescued her beloved Bowser. "CBS This Morning" caught up with the duo several days later. Anna Werner reports.
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Video: Mother-to-be was in labor as Oklahoma tornado hit
With a tornado and a baby on the way, doctors and nurses at the Moore Medical Center really had to deliver. Shayla Taylor survived, and her son was born at a hospital a few miles away. Elaine Quijano reports.
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Oklahoma miracle baby -- born amidst tornado chaos
Shayla Taylor was in labor at the Moore Medical Center when the deadly tornado hit
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Video: Victim of Bangladesh factory collapse shares story
A teenager who survived the massive Bangladesh factory collapse says she was afraid to go to work the day of the incident. Those who try to improve working conditions face retaliation. Holly Williams reports.
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Video: Teacher injured in Okla. tornado takes first steps
Jennifer Doan sustained a fractured sternum and spine as she tried to protect her students from the tornado. Doctors feared she'd never walk again, but as Elaine Quijano reports, she's proving them wrong.For information on how to help, click here.