I'm sure you know about taking posession of your share certificates which guarantees no one is between you and your investment. It is a very excellent plan unless one wishes to trade or sell quickly...and there is a small fee involved.

The dividend approach appeals to everyone I would expect. The company would not have to go overboard and could start out with a very small dividend if it meant protection for all shareholders.

I see the incredibly invincible $US is strong again today. Unbelieveable! I guess with gold up that must mean both the $US and gold are "safe havens" today. Also oil and energy stocks down....with high inventories and stories about reduced comsumption and the strong dollar of course.

Every day is an adventure in the markets. This may be the week that SFMI makes a move with good news in sympathy with rising PMs.