My dog’s medical bills are higher than mine
On the surface, it was a good year if you were in the veterinary business. Year-over-year sales grew by 9.1%, while patient visits increased by 3%. For pet owners, however, not so much. Owners found that the cost of keeping their pets healthy jumped by about 10%. Some of that price increase was due to…
By Bill Schmick
January 6, 2022
The top financial searches of 2021
The thing about investing is that it’s a lot easier to look back than forward. I will take the easy way out and talk about what was interesting in 2021. The website Investopedia has more than 20 million monthly readers. As you likely concluded by the website’s name, it draws a more investment-centric crowd than Google. Investopedia…
By Allen Harris
January 3, 2022
Non-fungible tokens come of age
NFTs are digital assets. For those like me, who are old enough to be grandparents, and may still read the newspapers, the concept of a digital asset may not be all that intuitive. “Non-fungible” means that it is a unique asset that can’t be replaced with something else. NFTs are bought and sold online (usually…
By Bill Schmick
September 2, 2021
Tips for preventing fraud
Cybercrime and fraud are serious threats and constant vigilance is key. While BMM plays an important role in helping protect your assets, you can also take action to protect yourself and help secure your information. This checklist summarizes common cyber fraud tactics, along with tips and best practices. Many suggestions may be things you’re doing…
By Kimberly Campagna
June 10, 2021
Bitcoin is…
Bitcoin is “disgusting and contrary to the interests of civilization.” —Charlie Munger, vice-chairman of Berkshire Hathaway When I was 17 years old, I bought shares of the Stop & Shop Supermarket Company (that grocery chain is now part of the Ahold Delhaize conglomerate). Being the kid I was, I held it only long enough to make…
By Allen Harris
May 10, 2021
Preparing Teens for Financial Adulthood
Learning how to properly manage money is a crucial life skill that can take years to develop. For teens who may be earning an income for the first time, there can be a steep learning curve when it comes to financial literacy. Laying the foundation for this education early can help establish healthy financial habits…
By Kimberly Campagna
April 6, 2021
