Monthly Archives: July, 2025

Speeding the AI Revolution: Deregulation at the Heart of Trump’s Plan

The America’s AI Action Plan, released by the White House on July 23, 2025, marks a major shift toward pro-growth, pro-industry AI policy. It...

U.S. Labor Market Holds Steady as State Trends Vary

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that in May, U.S. job market activity showed little overall change, though some state-level shifts occurred. Job...

“We Are at Teklanika River Campground in Denali”

I hope you’re living your best retirement life like my long-time clients who write: Hi E.J., We are at Teklanika River Campground in Denali National Park. NO...

Trump Calls for No Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate Sales

During a press conference following a meeting with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of the Philippines, President Trump expressed his support for ending capital gains...

Summer 2025 Check-in: How You Livin’?

In my conversations with you, I know you’re living well because you tell me. When I call you and I ask about what’s going...

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Time To Do a Little Housekeeping

It’s always a good idea to do a little...

China Loses Two Decades of Real Estate Gains

You may remember my warnings in 2012 against direct...

“I Want Preservation of Principal and Growth”

In my conversations with a few prospective clients, not...

There’s Saving, and Saving Til It Hurts

You have read the stories of some incredible savers...

Fusion Power Plant to Be Built in Washington with Microsoft

Helion Energy is preparing to build the world's first...

Iran’s Floating Oil Stockpile Swells as Buyers Pull Back

Iran is struggling to sell its oil despite a...

Shipping Reverts to Fossil Fuels

The Financial Times reports that the shipping industry is...

Preparing for Independence Day

I hope you are getting together with family and...

US Petroleum Exports Reach Record High in April

The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported that US...

The Final Richard C. Young’s Intelligence Report

After meeting monthly strategy report deadlines since 1978, I...