I received this email from a man I respect. He and Harley, have helped many people keep a lock on a future that has hope instead of despair! Me included! We need to focus on what will help US ALL! Invest in US (both individual and collective, and I think this says it all!)

 

YES, times are tough, no question about that!
 

However, contrary to the gloom and doom promoted consistently in the media to keep us listening, there are some positive things to think about. Some have already happened...some could happen if we act positively.

According to market sources, ever since 1900 a 10% correction in the stock market has occurred once every year on average. Wow! That means on average a healthy recovery has occurred every year as well.

During this correction in stock and commodity prices, oil remains near the $90.00 per barrel mark, and no one doubts that it will increase dramatically over time. We are still a mobile society and will continue to be. Fuel will come from under the ground for as far as we can see in the future. Developing countries with massive populations are industrializing, and they are beginning to consume massive quantities of petroleum. Demand can go nowhere but up!

Economic growth, though sluggish, is actually up overall for calendar year 2011.

Employment sources say job growth has nearly doubled this year. Yes, we have a long way to go, but we are making progress, if we stay positive, invest, hire and grow.

In 2010, one million jobs were created. We have already surpassed that mark in 2011, a little over half way through the year. In 2008, there was virtually no job growth.

In 2010, of the 500 S&P corporations, 243 increased their dividends, real dollars paid because of real growth. Already in 2011, 270 of the 500 S&P corporations have paid increased dividends. That means real growth in corporate earnings.

Are we in a bit of a mess as a nation??? YES, undeniably...but is there HOPE??? YES, undeniably.

Those with limited income must be cautious, but those with disposable income must invest in the American economy in order to make a comeback. It has always worked that way...always will. Whether stocks or commodities or more conservative instruments, investing is key. To retreat spells disaster. To make educated investments going forward spells comeback.

Commodities in the ground make sense right now. We have opportunities in oil that are staggering, if you care to investigate, and of course, invest.

Your questions and feedback are always welcome here. While our national media promote doom and gloom, what will the rest of us choose??? Retreat or fight?
Protest or invest? History is on our side, and our children and grandchildren depend on our positive choices for their futures. Here's to GOOD choices and POSITIVE choices that will impact your future and theirs.

And WE have choices that can be made at the grass roots level. the problems we face cannot be solved in their entirety by government...or other institutions, for that matter. We, the people, have to make positive choices.

Our best always,

EMAX-Legacy Partners, LLC


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Mike Barnes, CEO, EMAX-Legacy Partners, LLC

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