The entire country is in a tizzy over the massive government bailout plan. The credit markets have seized up even further, risking a real credit crisis or worse. Banks are dropping like flies. Yet the $700+ billion bailout was voted down yesterday in the House of Representatives. But it is far from dead. This week, I will summarize the latest bailout plan, both the good and the bad and the risks. Actually, there are some smart people who believe the government will make money on the bailout plan, maybe a lot of money. I'll explain that as well, although I don't necessarily agree. Hopefully, this week's discussion will be helpful. Let's jump in....
Filed under: Election Issues, Gary D. Halbert, The Fed, Credit Crisis, Subprime, Economic Forecast, Recession, U.S. Economy, Politics, Ben Bernanke, Depression, Bailout, Financial Crisis, Henry Paulson