The Librarian's Ledger

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Don't ask me what to buy, when to buy it, or what to do with your money. I am not going to answer that, and you should be wary of anyone who would: they do not know your circumstances, your taxes, or what would keep you up at night. Nothing on this site is investment advice and no reply from me will be either.