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Random Thoughts: End of Days Edition

In 2011, some folks genuinely believed the Rapture would happen at 6:00 PM EST which inspired this satirical reflection on fear, debt, and financial fragility. Using the lens of “End of Days finance,” this article digs into the absurdity of doomsday predictions, shorting U.S. bonds, flood metaphors, and financial chaos. What we fear often exposes how unprepared we are. A reminder: the world may not end tomorrow, but your credit card statement might feel like it.

I’m Sorry Sir Your Card is Being Refused

The U.S. has finally reached its Debt Ceiling, and in theory, they should not be able to borrow any more money, much like you or I might be if we reached the credit limit on… Read More »I’m Sorry Sir Your Card is Being Refused

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Long Term Disability Insurance

Do you know who is underwriting your long term disability insurance? If your company is self-insuring (which many large companies do), you are exposed to bankruptcy dangers. If your company declares bankruptcy while you are on LTD, you become a simple creditor.

Controlled Levee Breaks

Spending Floods Sometimes we hold off spending our money on really big ticket items, because we convince ourselves we cannot afford it, or we think we cannot deal with the resulting debt, and, while these… Read More »Controlled Levee Breaks

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How do You Steer an Elephant?

How do you steer an elephant is an interesting financial query. What do elephants have to do with debt and money? I guess you’ll have to read and find out.

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