Crowds at Disney World

StumbleUpon-ed a great article about crowds at Disney World. Most people usually say the same things over and over but this actually had some suggestions I hadn't seen:

Avoiding Crowds At Walt Disney World

Some Solid ETF Advice

I think ETFs are largely revolutionizing the way we invest. There are a lot out there however. Bradley Johnson highlights several that are worth knowing about in his post:

5 ETFs That Can Help Balance Your Portfolio

I think he hits on several pieces of thinking that can help you really think about what diversification means and if you're too "stock centered." Check it out.

Banking With Confidence

I have felt more genuine concern about the state of the world in the past two years than I have in my whole life before that. I had never worried about whether my savings were secure before in my life. I didn't think that bank failures were a possibility and I had no need to have FDIC Insurance explained and personal financial management seemed more about maximizing returns than preventing catastrophe.

If you're looking for information about keeping your money safe, http://www.securesaving.com/ can provide you with considerable insight. You can learn about everything from the government bond market to your basic savings account. Be sure to check it out if you want to feel more confident about your money.

Financial Discussion

Equity Sweat is a great financial forum. The conversation is largely dominated by professionals, but anyone is welcome to participate. They discuss topics ranging from economic policy to specific issues, including stocks and ETFs. The conversation might be a bit dry for some and a bit high level for others, but if you're interested in really understanding finance and investing, Equity Sweat could be a good destination.

Investing First Steps

Many of us often wonder, what is the first step to investing? Obviously the answer differs based on the person involved. There is a big difference between a 30 year old deciding how to start investing in the stock market and a teenager trying to learn about investing money while in college. Ultimately however, the key is actually getting some momentum and taking the first step. Investing First Steps is a resource for those who want to start learning about investing but aren't sure what to do next.