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Zach Scheidt

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Beware the Summer Squall!

July 31, 2025 at 12:29 pm by Zachary Scheidt

A summer squall for the markets

We’re entering a seasonably weak period for the markets. Here’s how to protect your investments while still profiting from the bull market.

My Hedge Against the Silicon Valley Bank Crisis

March 13, 2023 at 3:30 pm by Zachary Scheidt

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The Silicon Valley Bank meltdown has triggered extreme challenges for investors. Here’s one way to protect your wealth.

The Big Lie: “I Haven’t Lost Money”

January 2, 2023 at 11:07 am by Zachary Scheidt

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“If you don’t sell, you haven’t lost money.” Here’s why this lie could destroy your wealth — and what to do instead!

Could Tesla Trigger the Next Market Meltdown?

October 5, 2022 at 6:59 pm by Zachary Scheidt

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Tesla’s recent slide has been frustrating for investors. But the stocks’ decline could be a catalyst for much more pain to come!

Buckle up for Market Turbulence!

July 29, 2022 at 5:08 pm by Zach Scheidt

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Inflation, interest rates, recession, oh my! Buckle up for more market turbulence as we work through an uncertain period.

Reddit Killed the Short Sellers (Just When we NEED Them!)

February 3, 2022 at 9:48 am by Zachary Scheidt

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Short sellers exited the stock market after the Wall Street Bets Reddit short squeeze. Now the market needs them back.

Investment Income Part IV: What Happens in a Bear Market?

November 2, 2021 at 10:34 pm by Zachary Scheidt

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Our put-selling income approach does a great job of protecting your wealth during a bear market. Here are three bear market advantages…

PTJ on Inflation: “Inflation is not transitory”

October 20, 2021 at 5:02 pm by Zachary Scheidt

PTJ on inflation and NYC

Investment icon PTJ on inflation: the single biggest risk for investors… Plus, thoughts on the stock market, Bitcoin and NYC

Don’t Be the Fish!

October 1, 2021 at 8:40 pm by Zachary Scheidt

“If you can’t spot the sucker in your first half-hour at the table, then you ARE the sucker” — Don’t be the sucker in today’s market.

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Finally! Credit card companies feel the pain…

Friday’s jobs report was concerning. With challenges for the economy in play, credit card companies feel the pain. Here’s how to profit.

A summer squall for the markets

Beware the Summer Squall!

We’re entering a seasonably weak period for the markets. Here’s how to protect your investments while still profiting from the bull market.

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What happened to Amelia Earhart??

Amelia Earhart took risks and became one of the most memorable aviators in history. Here are some lessons we can learn from her journey.

The Best Option Strategy to Maximize Profits

After decades of professional investing, this is the best option strategy I’ve found to maximize profits while still managing risk.

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An Investor’s Primer on Quantum Computing Stocks

Quantum computing stocks are on the move. Here are the stocks to watch and the information every trader and investor needs to know.

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Life Gets Messy — And So Do Markets!

Here are three lessons I learned from my divorce — and how they can apply to our investing and trading decisions!

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Is It Time to Buy? Three Signs Point to a Market Bounce

After three weeks of declines, its time to play for a market bounce. Stocks are oversold, and trading near key support levels.

DOGE: How You Profit from Government Efficiency

DOGE is a dire threat to defense contractor revenue. But I’ve got a simple trade for you that will actually profit from cuts in government spending.

These “Trade War” Stocks are on the Move!

We’re just a few weeks into Trump’s second term, and already we’re seeing a major trade war erupting. But believe it or not, this trade war can actually work to YOUR BENEFIT as an investor!

Momentum Begets Momentum: Why This Rally Has Room to Run

The lessons I learned from Sir Isaac Newton and my old boss Bill. And why today’s market momentum reminds me how right both men were.

Five Daughters, Three Days at Universal… And One Massive Investment Trend

Affluent customers are spending big on experiences. Here’s how you can profit from this massive investment trend.

Trump’s Energy Policy Shift Will Push These Stocks Higher

I’ve been neck deep into the energy sector lately. And one area of the oil patch has caught my attention. These aren’t the flashy stocks you hear about on CNBC. But they’re the companies doing the heavy lifting in the energy world. These companies have drilling expertise… the specialized equipment… and the technical know-how that […]

When I Run Through My Neighborhood, I See a Housing Problem

I’m seeing a major shift in the housing market. And it could spell trouble for homebuilder stocks.

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Three Travel Stocks to Pay For Your Next Trip

Spending on travel continues to be strong! Here’s how to profit…

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Mind the Dots!

The Federal Reserve’s “dot plot” will be an important market driver. Here’s what to watch as the market responds to Fed day.

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