What If We Get Inflation But Interest Rates Don’t Rise?

The highest debt-to-GDP on record in the United States came following the massive wartime spending for World War II where it clocked in at roughly 113%. By my calculations, we just blew past that record and currently stand at a debt-to-GDP ratio of more than 120%.1 People have been worried about government spending for a…

How Much Should You Spend On An Engagement Ring?

A podcast listener asks: Any advice or rules of thumb for getting an engagement ring? The whole “3 months salary” thing seems impractical and outdated, in my opinion. In my mid 20’s, thinking about making the leap in the next year or so. Someone gave me a similar rule of thumb when I was in…

Animal Spirits: 10,000 Day Traders

This week’s Animal Spirits with Michael & Ben is supported by YCharts: Mention Animal Spirits and receive 20% off your subscription price when you initially sign up for the service. We discuss: New all-time lows for mortgage rates Why buying a home is cheaper than most people realize Where did the 30 year mortgage come from? Will real…