With all the doom and gloom we're hearing lately about the economy, it's hard to get a realistic grasp on what's going on. I, for one, am a little nervous -- not only about the future of our economy but about some big purchases we're thinking about making in the next few years, such as a house.

This article from Zatz Publishing gives a realistic perspective to our current economical state, and thoughtful advice on what we need to be doing. Check it out, and let us know what you think.