As the word “recession” enters our daily lexicon, we rush head-first into panic mode, preparing ourselves for the worst. But are we bringing the economic crisis on ourselves by being overly cautious with our spending?

The need to create a profit for the shareholders is a major flaw in our system of economics.

A numbered list, of the 10 steps that led to the economic recession of the United States of America.

The best explanation of the Credit Crisis this author has heard was by “South Park.” Why Kyle was right to extend credit, and how you can understand this without watching “South Park” – or listening to talking heads screaming at each other on the financial networks.

Diligence brings great profit to your life.

Hedge Funds were nemesis during the economic boom cycle, so it’s not clear where they stand during the bust.

We’re going to hell in a handbasket, and screaming at the top of our lungs all the way. Maybe we should put our hands over our ears, close our mouths and laugh at a good joke.

The last in a five-part series interpreting current economic data with a rational, no-spin analysis to further your understanding of what’s going on in the economy and what that means to you and your financial future.

Part one of a series that describes the path to economic Armageddon. Written as a plain language explanation of current economic conditions.

A data-oriented look at current economic conditions, and an explanation of what those data mean, as well as actions to take in that will benefit you financially in the future.