There was a day when we called the Government “Big Brother” — Heck, in listening to an audio book over the summer, “Big Brother” was also the name of the first computer, BEFORE we called it a Personal Computer –
Is Google the modern day “Big Brother” that will eventually be thought of as no big deal, just as the PC is now?
Probably!
What Big Brother AKA Google Knows
From our friends and Visual Capitalist – a Cool “Big Brother” analysis for you to kick around-
Thanks to all of you who reached out about our one minute video series. We appreciate you taking the time and any and ALL questions are great. Here is the link to all eight videos on our home web page – we hope you continue to enjoy and look forward to adding more in the future!
We expect more major improvements coming in the Fall. As they occur, we will happily let you know.
Home Sweet Home
The ten year old has a sudden interest in music from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s – much to the delight of his parents!
In true Home Sweet Home like fashion, this weekend we make the journey back from the cool elevations to Sweet Dallas as the school year starts next week for the tennis player and following for the 5th grader!
Ahhhh….but today is a Friday – enjoy your day and your weekend!
Talk to you next week as we try to keep the school goers eyes dry!
Part 8 Uploading Important Documents to your Vault
In the eight of an every growing Vault series … and yes we are trying to keep these around 1 minute knowing time is valuable –
In this video here is what we discuss:
Opening the Vault Tab in your Personal Vault
Scrolling to the area to add something to your Vault
Safely putting your cell in photo mode to snap your important document – your document WILL NOT be saved to your cell for ever more security and safety
Boom – Showing you the document location upon loading
Regular readers know we had a fairly busy summer planned, especially with the Tennis circuit going –
What we did not know is just how busy it would be with a few successful Tennis Tournaments – So a few successes lead to more tournament opportunities – which in turn led to NO Vacation — SO FAR-
Vacation Today and Next Week
As you read this, the 13 year old and myself will have landed late last night in a neighboring state to catch up with the rest of the family, including a sibling and parent — who have been in said state basking in the coolness for some time now!
All good !
Speaking of Travels, the Capone family are wheels up tomorrow for a 10 + hour journey to the beach for the week with a very pregnant Mrs. Capone and two boys that are sure to make the trip memorable!
Good Luck!
Hardware Update
Early this week the Four Times Faster Hardware arrived – While exposing some slowness in our older machines, we are off to the races.
We will be testing it over the next week as remote is the new norm…
The general rules of Social Security are to wait until as long as you can. In our post here, and the chart below, may give pause to that thinking.
Many situations are different, deeming great thought and analysis needed before commencing OR delaying your Social Security Benefits.
Favorite Pension Benefit Option
Joint Survivor – As mentioned above in our Social Security review, situations vary. While our favorite options for Pensions is the 100% joint survivor –
Less Changes in the future
Straight forward
Simple
As mentioned in greater detail, in our post here, consider all options before making your final decision as this one is irrevocable !
Capital Market Comments
Turns Out, Over the Long Term Earnings do Drive Markets
With earnings booming and Capital Markets treading water, this chart caught our eye and in this post we discussed in greater detail current earnings AND the fact that over the longer term (see chart below) markets do EVENTUALLY react to earnings.
Have a Great Day – Talk to you at the end of August!
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investments may be appropriate for you, please consult your financial advisor prior to investing!
Background
The is the vocal portion of J.K. Financial, Inc. a Dallas Texas Based Fee Only Total Wealth Financial Planning Firm. Founded by John Kvale, a Dallas Texas Fee only Financial Planner and Total Wealth Manager.
July 2018 Podcast Video, Financial Planning and Capital Market Update – By John Kvale
Hello and Welcome to our July 2018 Financial Planning and Capital Market Update!
If you are too busy to read, feel free to listen as we describe our post and thoughts in friendly podcast format.
July 2018 Video
Financial Planning Tip (s) –
Social Security – Taking Early
The general rules of Social Security are to wait until as long as you can. In our post here, and the chart below, may give pause to that thinking.
Many situations are different, deeming great thought and analysis needed before commencing OR delaying your Social Security Benefits.
Favorite Pension Benefit Option
Joint Survivor – As mentioned above in our Social Security review, situations vary. While our favorite options for Pensions is the 100% joint survivor –
As mentioned in greater detail, in our post here, consider all options before making your final decision as this one is irrevocable !
Capital Market Comments
Turns Out, Over the Long Term Earnings do Drive Markets
With earnings booming and Capital Markets treading water, this chart caught our eye and in this post we discussed in greater detail current earnings AND the fact that over the longer term (see chart below) markets do EVENTUALLY react to earnings.
Have a Great Day – Talk to you at the end of August!
John A. Kvale CFA, CFP
Founder of J.K. Financial, Inc.
A Dallas Texas based fee only
Financial Planning Total Wealth
Management firm.
www.jkfinancialinc.com
www.street-cents.com
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