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"To America – With Profound Gratitude: My Journey to Freedom and Independence" by Reiko McKendry
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Is Islam a religion of peace?
Not all Muslims are terrorists, of course. But, today, the majority of terrorists throughout the world seem to be Muslims. Like most of you, I was unable to comprehend what had happened on September 11, 2001 – not just to … Continue reading
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Investing Outside of Wall Street – “Wholesale” or “buy and hold?”
Recently, at a local REIA (Real Estate Investment Association) meeting, a few people happened to ask the same question: “I’m new to real-estate investing. Which method should I pursue first? Wholesaling? Or buying and holding?” Having done both, here is … Continue reading
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Oshkosh 2018
Oshkosh, Wisconsin – the home of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA). The last time David and I were there, it was 34 years ago, shortly after I obtained my MBA degree from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee; followed by … Continue reading
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Investing Outside of Wall Street – Connecting the dots
Have you ever heard of the Managed Fund Association? I certainly had not until recently. I almost entitled this month’s blog, “Why is the MFA not being investigated?” Then I thought, “Oh, wait, of course not!” The Federal Bureau … Continue reading
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“The Rape of Nanking” by Iris Chang
Recently, I read “Finding Iris Chang” by Paula Kamen. It was very helpful in preparing myself to better understand Iris Chang and her book, “The Rape of Nanking.” I had no idea that Chang was only 29 when she published … Continue reading
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The Summit between Donald J. Trump and Kim Jong-un
This is a follow up to my May blog on the Iran nuclear deal. The summit between the two leaders of the U.S.A. and North Korea took place in Singapore just five days ago, June 12, 2018. I thought it … Continue reading
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Investing Outside of Wall Street – Saying hello to becoming your own boss
Call me crazy but I decided to become my own boss at age 55 – leaving a relatively comfortable, 20-year career at Chrysler. Those of you who are following my story know why this switch came about; that is, a … Continue reading
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Investing Outside of Wall Street – Bidding on HUD properties
As an investor as well as a HUD-registered bidder, I have always placed each bid based primarily on my assessment about the condition of the house. And each assessment relied heavily on a Property Condition Report, which accompanies each HUD-listed … Continue reading
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The Iran nuclear deal – Why do I care?
Hiroshima and Nagasaki Japan is the only country in the world which was on the receiving end of nuclear bombs, which were intentionally dropped on human beings by other humans. Having spent my formative years through adulthood in Japan, I … Continue reading
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Investing Outside of Wall Street – “When I’m 65”
*****Caveat: I am neither a CPA nor an attorney. Contained within the Investing section of this website are my opinions as a business owner. You must consult qualified professionals BEFORE implementing any suggestions contained here. You, and only you, are … Continue reading
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