01/04/2007
Hello, and welcome to the first edition of the Alert for 2007.
I am really excited about having you as a reader and this year promises to be the best one yet for the Fabian family. I am happy that you are going to be onboard with us this year.
To kick off the year, I thought I would outline to you what I call my five commitments to readers in 2007. These are the areas of concern that I know most everyone needs help with, is concerned about, or just wants to keep on top of when it comes to money and investing. Let's check them out.
ETF Specialist: I am what I like to refer to as an ETF specialist. That means I love exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and I make a concerted effort to know as much as there is to know about these unique investment vehicles. I have never been more excited about a new investment tool in all of my years of covering the markets. My commitment to you as we start 2007 is that whatever I learn about ETFs, you will too.
Emerging Trends: I want you to know that I will always be on top of all of the emerging trends that offer the potential for big profits. "There's always a bull market somewhere," as the old adage goes, and my commitment to you is that I will always be on top of the sectors with the greatest potential for making you a lot of money.
As we begin the year, I really am watching the Japan market, the Taiwan market and the health care sector for inclusion in some of my investment advisory services. I think one or more of these areas are ready to catch fire in 2007 and, before they do, I will be telling you all about it.
Valuable Resources: This year, as in past years, I am committed to bringing you information from some of the best minds out there. People such as my mortgage expert Josh Lewis will continue to provide you with insightful information on how to get the most from your mortgage. You'll also get great ideas from the folks at Ameritas Direct concerning all of your insurance investing needs.
I have a great team in place to help me in the areas where a particular expertise is really required. Hey, I figure that if I need help on certain financial topics, then maybe some of you do as well. That said, you go where the resources are and right here is where you'll find some of the best resources around to help you manage your money and your financial life better in 2007.
On the Road In 2007: This year I really will make an effort to get out on the road and meet with my Alert readers and my investment advisory service subscribers. There is nothing like a face-to-face meeting with a reader to help me get a better handle on what I am doing right and what I need to improve upon.
I also know that for my readers, a face-to-face meeting is a great way to get answers to your questions, to enhance your knowledge of the markets, and to get inspired to make the correct decisions about your finances.
My first appearance this year will be on Tuesday, Jan. 9, at the Hilton Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ. This seminar, entitled "Financial Success 2007," will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and is FREE to subscribers of my ETF Trader, High Monthly Income and Successful Investing services. Seats are limited, so make your reservations early. Call our toll-free number (800) 391-1118 to get in on all of the action.
As the year unfolds, my promise to you is that my team and I will cover all of these areas for you to the best of our ability. I also promise to give you the clearest, most objective and soundest advice I am capable of giving. You deserve the best from your financial team and I promise that you'll always get our best no matter what.
Sure, we won't always be right; nobody is. But what we will always do is give you our best, most thoroughly thought out, and candid advice we can about how to make your money work for you in 2007.
My optimism meter is set all the way to high as we move into 2007 and I am looking forward to making this year the best ever.
Happy New Year!
I hate VAs because, so often, they are used by unscrupulous brokers who charge outrageous commissions to gullible investors who often are unaware of what exactly they are buying. Also, I hate when IRAs are put in a VA, because there simply is no reason for a tax-sheltered investment to be placed inside another tax-sheltered investment. Finally, I hate two popular VA strategies, buying-and-holding your investments without regard to market conditions, and the so-called "index" annuities, which make promises of performance that they may not be able to make.
So, how do you put the love on your side and how do you minimize the hate when it comes to VAs? Well, that's exactly what I cover in my online seminar, The Secrets to Variable Annuity Success. If you want to find out more about these great retirement investing tools, I encourage you to check out my seminar by clicking here.
I guarantee that after this seminar you'll be up to speed on the essentials of smart variable annuity investing.
Worried about managing risk in this uncertain political and economic climate? If you aren't worried, you should be. The risks we all face right now require sound financial stewardship. These days, you just have to know how to protect yourself.
That's why I want you all to go here for your FREE Special Report titled, "The Successful Investor's Guide To Managing Risk."
This Special Report outlines the seven biggest threats to your financial nest egg and how you can best mitigate those risks by employing the strategies that have helped protect Fabian investors for nearly three decades.
If you invest then you need to worry about risk, and "The Successful Investor's Guide To Managing Risk" will help you do just that.
Do you know the factors that are important to measuring your confidence level in your current investment plan? Can you answer the following statements in the affirmative?
I have a solid plan in place with Bear Market Protection (a clearly defined sell-discipline on my holdings) to protect my assets if the market suddenly turns.
I know my broker is proactively monitoring my money every day.
I know my investment plan will provide the sufficient asset growth I want and produce the income stream I need for my retirement.
I know that my investment advisor is a good value. We have more than just a bull market strategy and we avoid any unnecessary risk for my plan. Fees are reasonable.
I know my advisor is an expert, has the experience and is prepared for any situation.
I am taking advantage of investment tools like ETFs that keep expenses low.
Overall, I know I have the right plan in place to reach my investment goals.
If you can't answer the majority of these statements with a "yes," then you need to go to our website for more information and a FREE portfolio assessment.
Don't wait a minute longer. The only thing you have to gain is financial security.
You probably all know by now what a huge fan I am of exchange-traded funds, but did you also know I do a regular ETF profile on my radio show, Making Money with Doug Fabian?
Each week, I profile several ETFs. Now, thanks to YouTube technology, you can catch a video stream of my live ETF and market updates -- and all you have to do is click here.
Plus, it's not just a one-way street anymore when it comes to discussing the markets. Sign up at the web site to comment on my videos, send me a message, and get updates when we post new episodes. I broadcast an ETF and market update Monday through Saturday that is uploaded by 5 p.m. PST. And, if you want to check out past shows go to our video archive.
Don't forget, you also can listen to the show through our podcast and live streaming whenever it's convenient for you. It's all at the site and it's just another way we are helping you to stay on top of your money.
I want to start this year off with a quote from one of the seminal works of 20th-century literature, Joseph Heller's Catch-22. The following is an exchange between the anti-hero Yossarian and Major Danby, who represents the mind of military authority:
Major Danby replied indulgently with a superior smile,
"But Yossarian, what if everyone felt that way?"
"Then I'd certainly be a damn fool to feel any other way, wouldn't I?"
This quote illustrates with extreme clarity that if the oddballs and doubters, i.e., those with a skeptical or contrarian view on the current authoritative mindset, were in the majority they wouldn't be oddballs and doubters.
Remember that those who want to think for themselves will always be a minority. But hey, this is nothing to fear. Get as much information as you can, apply your reason to the situation and come up with answers to your own struggles in life. You possess the power to overcome your obstacles, both financial and otherwise.
As we enter 2007, choose to be in the minority. Choose your own mind and overcome the obstacles in your path. I will be there to help you every step of the way.
Wisdom about money, investing and life can be found anywhere. If you have a good quote you'd like me to share with your fellow Alert readers, send it to me, along with any comments, questions and suggestions you have about my radio show, newsletters, seminars, or anything else.