Lawrence Meyers

Lawrence Meyers is the founder and editor of The Liberty Portfolio.

Lawrence is also CEO of PDL Broker, which brokers financing, strategic investments, and distressed asset purchases between private equity firms and businesses of all stripes.

He was the first U.S. journalist to cover the payday loan sector for The Motley Fool. He has been a frequent contributor to Seeking Alpha, LearnBonds.com, WyattResearch.com, and American Banker. Lawrence has more than 20 years of practical investing experience, and has covered stocks across virtually every sector of the market. He is one of the nation’s experts on consumer credit, and frequently consults for hedge funds and private equity via his Council Member status at Gerson Lehman Group, and as a member of Coleman Research Group’s Executive Forum. His op-eds and letters to the editor have appeared in more than two dozen major newspapers.

Recent Articles

Constellation Brands Stock Shoots for the Stars (STZ)

Beer sales drive Constellation Brands latest killer earnings, but STZ stock carries an expensive valuation. Is STZ stock a good buy?

3 Covered Calls for a Safe $1,000 in Income

One of my favorite options plays? Selling covered calls against rock-solid stocks like Starbucks (SBUX) and Yum Brands (YUM) for income.

World Acceptance (WRLD): The Short of the Century

World Acceptance (WRLD) faces a high likelihood of death by CFPB. Expect this lender to be regulated and fined out of existence.

3 Naked Puts for $1,000 in Monthly Income

Naked puts are a great strategy when you use stocks that you'd be happy to own if they get put to you. Grab $1,000 income by selling naked puts on these three stocks.

3 Best Bond Funds for the Bond Lover in You

Finding the right bond fund isn't that hard. Here's a look at the best bond funds for fans of short-, intermediate- and long-term bonds.

Bed Bath & Beyond’s Best Days Are Behind It (BBBY)

BBBY stock is insanely expensive and it isn't even growing. We take a closer look at Bed Bath & Beyond earnings to see what's going wrong.

Monsanto Beats, MON Stock Sells Off

Monsanto stock generates great cash flow amidst tough commodity pricing, so MON stock doesn't deserve its most recent beating.

Should You Get Involved in SPACs?

A SPAC could deliver great returns, but evaluate them carefully. Here are a few tips on what to look for when considering SPACs.

KMX Stock: Why CarMax Feels Used Up

KMX had good earnings and is a solid company, but it needs to cut expenses to see a price valuation worthy of its stock price.

3 Covered Calls for $1,000 in Monthly Income

One of the best income plays is trading covered calls on stocks you'd be happy to own in the first place. Here are three plays that will net you more than a grand.