Tracy Davidson

Prudent Investors  Most of us would prefer to call ourselves prudent, disciplined, consistent investors. We at Sherpa know well that investing must be for the long term. Dozens of articles came out in 2010, stating that from the year 2000 to the end of 2009, was a “Lost Decade in Stocks”. If we look at [...]

How would you like for someone to do lawn work or run errands for you—almost for free? TimeBanks USA is an organization in which people exchange a currency called “TimeDollars,” instead of U.S. dollars, for anarray of services. Kennett Square, Phoenixville and Bryn Mawr College all have TimeBanks and, now, one is open in Media. Here’s how it works: You [...]

I received an honorary degree from Neumann University on May 14, and had the privilege of speaking to the Class of 2011. Bill Giles, chairman of the Philadelphia Phillies and G. Michael Green, Delaware County district attorney, also received honorary degrees and shared their words of wisdom with the 2011 grads. It was such a humbling honor [...]

Maybe you’ve replaced a few of your incandescent bulbs with those money-saving CFLs, but it’s likely that the thought of replacing all the bulbs in your home is a bit overwhelming. You may wonder if they come in all the same shapes and sizes, not too mention if they really save you money. Thanks to [...]

Gas prices have almost tripled in the past 10 years. It’s no surprise drivers, pumping almost $4 per gallon, are paying attention more than ever before. That’s why calls and complaints to weights and measures offices are on the rise. But even though people feel they’re being ripped off, gas stations are more than likely [...]

We love to grumble about the price of gas, but that’s about all we do. We keep buying it—and in fact, demand increased during the past year, despite higher prices. That is, until recently. MasterCard reports that gas sales have fallen for five straight weeks. Finally, drivers are starting to feel the long-term pain. According [...]