Former star of M*A*S*H Wayne Rogers has re-emerged as a nationally respected investment manager, finance expert, and Fox News contributor. As CEO of Wayne M. Rogers & Co., he shares his personal investment philosophy.
Leading The Charge
Consumer protection tops priorities in new credit card legislation
The Credit Card Reform Act of 2009 holds major changes to the nation’s affinity for plastic. The first phase, which became effective last August, gives cardholders 21 days (up from 14) from the statement mailing date to pay without a late fee.
The New Financial Literacy
As the economy changed during the past year, so has the language
As an investor, you must speak the language CNBC pundits spout hourly. More importantly is to understand what your wealth advisers and financial planners are saying.
The Show Must Go On
Creativity counts as arts organizations face tough times
From art exhibitions to opera, symphony, and theatrical productions, many of the area’s arts organizations feel the economic pinch.
Cathedral City
Moving Forward While Lending a Helping Hand
In these challenging economic times, Cathedral City continues to move forward while helping local businesses through several innovative programs. As a city focused on being a great place to “shop, dine, play, live, work and stay,” Cathedral City has long been at the forefront of progress. In 2009, Cathedral City introduced several programs aimed at helping local businesses attract customers.
Forever Seeking the Dream House
Experts contemplate the question, “Is your house still your best investment?”
Is your house your best investment? It absolutely is when you apply the old-fashioned, or back-to-basics, rules of home ownership. It is only in the last two years since World War II that market prices have plummeted.
Wealth – Caveat Emptor
Bernard Madoff’s $50 billion scam teaches valueable lessons
That billionaire Mort Zuckerman could fall victim to Bernard Madoff leaves average investors shaking in their boots. Brian Shea, vice president and regional manager of Wells Fargo’s Wealth Management Group, knows this firsthand. “This has hit a vein here,” he says. “It’s no surprise that we’re hearing from local clients that know someone hit hard by Madoff. Your money must be well diversified. We talk about that all the time, but we’re seeing so many investors who gave Madoff practically everything.”
Wealth — Modernism as an Investment
Architecturally significant houses require special consideration
Eric Ellenbogen spent two years painstakingly restoring the William Cody-designed midcentury modern Abernathy House. “This restoration was both a labor of love and insanity. Yet I would do it again,” he says. “You must really admire the work of your architect in order to do the restoration correctly.”
Cathedral City
Ahead of the Curve
A decade ago, Cathedral City instituted a four-day workweek for all City Hall workers to save energy. That’s progressive government at work. Today, states, cities, and corporations are seriously considering the concept.
Wealth – After The Fall
Bankers respond to legislation designed to turn around the economy
Bankers respond to legislation designed to turn around the economy