Consultants Corner

A recession is coming, says Donald Trump.  Politicians, economists, and journalists echo the presidential candidate’s sentiment. It’s true in every sense of the word that what goes up will always come down, and vice-versa. Yet,... Read More »

With talk about investing in precious metals, it can be very confusing about what the terms mean. Let’s answer some questions about the spot price of silver. If you’ve been exploring the options... Read More »

The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System makes it clear that they understand their role as an organization supposedly free from political influence. According to their website, “The Federal Reserve, like... Read More »

While economists like to make the principles behind free markets appear exceedingly obtuse and complex, there are several straightforward basics that drive every situation. At the top of any list of such market... Read More »

You have undoubtedly heard about the hyperinflation that occurred in post-war Germany in 1923. However, you may not be aware of the many times hyperinflation has crippled economies over the past century. The... Read More »

Nations can use their currency as a weapon. A lower value means more foreign interest, but also risks retaliation. Are we currently locked in a global currency war? How much money do you... Read More »