Nathan Slaughter, Chief Investment Strategist of The Daily Paycheck and High-Yield Investing, has developed a long and successful track record over the years by finding profitable investments no matter where they hide. Nathan's previous experience includes a long tenure at AXA/Equitable Advisors, one of the world's largest financial planning firms. He also honed his research skills at Morgan Keegan, where he managed millions in portfolio assets and performed consultative retirement planning services. To reach more investors, Nathan switched gears in 2004 and began writing full-time. He has since published hundreds of articles for a variety of prominent online and print publications. Nathan has interviewed industry insiders like Paul Weisbruch and CEOs like Tom Evans of Bankrate.com, and has been quoted in the Los Angeles Times for his expertise on economic moats. Nathan's educational background includes NASD Series 6, 7, 63, & 65 certifications, as well as a degree in Finance/Investment Management from Sam M. Walton School of Business, where he received a full academic scholarship. When not following the market, Nathan enjoys watching his favorite baseball team, the Cubs, and camping and fishing with his family.
Analyst Articles
Recently, the Department of the Treasury announced something that I bet most people missed. We passed another inauspicious milestone that most citizens (and investors) know is a problem yet seem to shrug off with each passing year. The U.S. national debt passed $33 trillion for the first time ever. As… Read More
Some businesses have natural immunity to economic slowdowns. If you think the economy is slowing down, then this is where you need to look... Read More
Some businesses have natural immunity to economic slowdowns. If you think the economy is slowing down, then this is where you need to look... Read More
The latest report on the state of Social Security is not good. Here are the details, and what you can do to take charge of your retirement... Read More
The latest report on the state of Social Security is not good. Here are the details, and what you can do to take charge of your retirement... Read More
Imagine a boat that has sprung a leak. The damage to the hull can’t be repaired, so the vessel is constantly taking on water. It’s not a good situation. Fortunately, there are 20 able-bodied passengers aboard to help bail, keeping the ship afloat. But after a while, one of those… Read More
One of my favorite REITs made investors rich by owning recession-resistant retail properties. But now, it's getting into casinos... Read More
One of my favorite REITs made investors rich by owning recession-resistant retail properties. But now, it's getting into casinos... Read More
Geopolitics aside, there are compelling reasons why energy has the highest percentage of buy ratings of any market group right now. Read More
Geopolitics aside, there are compelling reasons why energy has the highest percentage of buy ratings of any market group right now. Read More
In a previous article, I listed a few housing REITs. But there is a much smaller (hidden) asset class benefitting from the same conditions. Read More
In a previous article, I listed a few housing REITs. But there is a much smaller (hidden) asset class benefitting from the same conditions. Read More
It doesn't always come down to selling or holding. These two tactics are incredibly easy to implement – yet most investors don’t even bother. Read More
It doesn't always come down to selling or holding. These two tactics are incredibly easy to implement – yet most investors don’t even bother. Read More
The data may be fresh, but we still have a nationwide housing shortage that will take years to fix. Here's how income investors can profit... Read More
The data may be fresh, but we still have a nationwide housing shortage that will take years to fix. Here's how income investors can profit... Read More
While not as popular or trendy, closed-end funds (CEFs) are built specifically to maximize income. Here's why you should take a closer look... Read More
While not as popular or trendy, closed-end funds (CEFs) are built specifically to maximize income. Here's why you should take a closer look... Read More