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June 19, 2008

THIS WEEK:

  • Are stock mired in the muck?
  • When you should be an index investor
  • Myth or Reality: If you invest 10% a year you'll be set for retirement
  •  Our Guest:
    Author and Wall Street Journal Columnist June Fletcher

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This week on Sound Investing…

Are stocks mired in the muck?  Many investment managers believe that stocks will start to rise after the summer doldrums.  But a new study suggests that stocks are priced at fair value.  The gang takes a look at these disparate opinions.

We all know that residential real estate has taken a big hit during the past 8 months, but what can you do about it?  June Fletcher, the author of House Poor:  How to Buy and Sell Your Home Come Bubble or Bust, will help you consider your options if you are a buyer or seller.

When should you be an index mutual fund investor?  Vanguard’s Gus Sauter says that depends on how lucky you are.  No, really, that’s what the Chief Investment Officer of the world’s leading provider of index funds said in a recent interview.  You’ll want to hear our not-so-kind response!

Is it a Myth or reality:  If you invest 10 percent a year you will have enough for retirement.

When horsing around is good:  Big Brown’s loss may mean happy times for stocks.  Find out why the failed Triple Crown attempt portends good things for equities.

Plus, Paul’s Outrage:  One investor has put all of his money in gold, natural resources, and China but isn’t worried about risk!

Have a great week!


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