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Millionster — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 18:22:09 -0000

^_^ Probably does count. Nice to meet your Jorge. My name's Juan!

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Jorge — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 12:40:50 -0000

Hey not a problem. A lot of folks don't really realize how the workings of the market affect their everyday lives. Some folks such as my uncle, depend on CD and savings rates for steady income since Social Security doesn't do much. Any time a rate cut comes around, he has to save that much more in order to maintain his income.

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Laura — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 12:01:13 -0000

Thanks for the link. It was something I stumbled upon and found to be an interesting read. Congratulations on your portfolio! Monday looked great for you.

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Jorge — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 09:38:08 -0000

My fiancee has a lava lamp in our bedroom. Does that count? Hah! Thanks for visiting!

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Millionster — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 20:10:37 -0000

Hey there found your site from lulu's howisavemoney =) nice place you got here... the lava lamps are cool too.

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Jorge — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 15:55:53 -0000

The only benefit from the US$ dropping is that it becomes somewhat easier for us to pay our bills. I've read from some analysts that it's only temporary. Others think we're going into a depression as a result of the huge rate cut last week. This is where I wish I had a better knowledge base when it comes to economics. Eco 2011 doesn't cut it when it comes to in-depth analysis.

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InvestorBlogger — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 12:50:14 -0000

Yep, rates are going up still in Taiwan... which should make the ntd more attractive than the US. the ntd isn't a fully traded currency, but the unofficial peg has really hurt other exchange rates as the US$ fell in value.

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Jorge — Sun, 23 Sep 2007 19:19:25 -0000

Not a problem. Not many folks know the downsides of a rate cut to the average person. Everything from savings to rates on CDs decrease with rate cuts which end up hurting those needing low risk interest income to support their day to day activities. Good luck with your blog!

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Lulu — Sun, 23 Sep 2007 10:03:49 -0000

Hey thanks for including my blog in your weekend reading. It is always good to know that someone else out there is reading what I write. I am taking a look around your blog now and I will link back!