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Can Fibonacci Numbers Forecast Your Financial Future

August 31st, 2009

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It’s taken me a few years to realize that Fibonacci isn’t some type of pasta dish.

According to Wikipedia:

“In the Fibonacci sequence of numbers, each number is the sum of the previous two numbers, starting with 0 and 1. Thus the sequence begins 0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, 55, 89, 144, 233, 377, 610 etc.”

The Fibonacci sequence was also the basis of many Renaissance artworks where it was better known as the golden ratio.

A lot of investors believe that Fibonacci calculations can give you insights into stock market movements. Proponents say that patterns underlie everything in the universe–from the shape of shells to the position of your nose… even the highs and lows of the stock market.

I guess the important thing is: what do Fibonacci numbers say about the near term future?

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Top Investing Mistake #15: Not Managing your Spending

May 26th, 2009

Did you know that Warren Buffett, currently worth $37 billion, lives in the same house he bought 50 years ago for $40,000? Or that Jeff Bezos, also one of the richest men in the world, drives a Honda Accord? Why would someone who can live in any kind of house, and drive any car, be so average? Could successful investing be linked to frugal spending habits?

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What is the one habit that can undermine even the most successful investor?

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Top Investing Mistake #14: Not Managing your Effort

May 22nd, 2009

For some people, money is everything. They are great at tracking their spending, know their net worth, and always get the best prices when they shop. These people are great at managing their money, and don’t waste a dime.

Then, there are other people who are great at managing their time. They are always finding ways to get more things done faster. They never waste time sitting in traffic, and make sure their meetings are quick and productive. These people understand how valuable their time is.

What could be more valuable than our time?

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