Some Good Stuff You'll Want to Check Out

Some interesting posts from around the web today:

• A Bit of Investing Perspective - The commenters generally aren't buying this post's thoughts and I do admit there are some valid counter-points, but overall I think this simple piece does add a great perspective to what's gone on over the past few days.

• Why Many “Alternative Income” Ideas Aren’t Worth Your Time - And What You Might Do With It Instead - If you want to make some extra money, be sure you're focusing on the right opportunities. There's nothing worse than wasting time AND money on a not-so-good "money-making opportunity."

• Vanguard CEO offers perspective on challenging times - A voice of calm in the storm.

• Free Food This Week and a Chance to Give to Make-A-Wish Foundation - Free food giveaways this week -- with the option of helping out a great charity.

• ID thieves using voter registration scams - "Identity thieves are capitalizing on the excitement of this presidential election by running phishing scams with a voter-registration twist. They want to con people into divulging profitable data, such as Social Security numbers, bank account data or credit card information." Be warned.

• As Times Turn Tough, New York's Wealthy Economize - Give me a gigantic break here! I feel no sorrow for someone who needs to put off cosmetic surgery or find a nanny for less than $1,200 a week. Oh please!