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- Money Through Grants & Donations - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2008 from Michael DabordGrants and charitable donations have been part of the society for many years. What is most important is that there are billions of dollars that are yet to be claimed for various charity purposes. Charitable donations, education grants, foundation funding are some of the most common grants that ...
Views: 744 - Successful Critical Illness Claims Help To Boost Life Insurance Pay Out Statistics - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2008 from Phil BensonScottish Widows has released critical illness data which has boosted statistics for pay outs during the years 2000 and 2007, to a total amount of £150 million for more than 4,500 critical illness claims. The figures showed that the number of successful claims had risen which is a ...
Views: 649 - Rising Petrol And Car Insurance Prices Increase Cost Of Running A Car - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2008 from Phil BensonNew figures have shown that the cost of running a car rose by as much as £2,200 over just twelve months with the soaring price of fuel, higher insurance and increase road tax at the route of the problem. These factors pushed up the price of driving by four times the rate of inflation ...
Views: 678 - Exchange Your Money With Love - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2008 from Tobias LarsOriginal Intention on Earth is for us beings (humans and others) to interact with the medium being Love. By exchanging Love. We are meant to exchange energy with one another by means of Love. We're meant to interact, give back and forth, evaluate one another by, see the world ...
Views: 2331 - Create Net Worth Starting Today - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2008 from dennis sheridanI started my quest for financial health in a rather undistinguished way. There were no degrees in finance or doctorates in accounting that prompted a look into how and why finance was important. I was one of the "rest of us". When I was 31 years old, with under $1,000 in the bank with an ...
Views: 499 - Perks Pulling You In - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2008 from Onome OkwuosaOn the hunt for your next or maybe it's your first credit card? Before jumping in at the deep and accepting the first one that happens to fall on your door mat, consider what you want your card to do for you; after all it's your credit so make it work in your favour! Despite the credit ...
Views: 719 - Join My Independence Day Law Of Attraction Quest - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2008 from john edwardsThis is a really special post for me. I have been married to my beautiful wife Sally for the past 17 years and she has been my constant support. When I finished my teaching degree she agreed to shift from her family so that I could teach. She was just getting her finance career really going and ...
Views: 682 - How To Organise Your Financial Future - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2008 from Lorraine PirihiSome time ago I spent a planning day with a new client to determine exactly what she wanted to achieve in her business over the next 12 months, where she is now and the exact steps she needed to take to reach her goals. On questioning Sophie about her income and expenditure, she told me 'my ...
Views: 1082 - Self Actualisation & Money - by Submitted on May 31, 2008 from Ann MarosyEsteemed psychologist, Abraham Maslow (1908 – 1970), developed the famous psychology model known as the “Hierarchy of Needs” to explain that people are primarily motivated by unsatisfied needs. The five major needs are: physiological, safety, love, esteem and self-actualisation. At the ...
Views: 2077 - Ten Ways To Wreck Your Credit - by Submitted on May 28, 2008 from Kathy Jo PollackAfter many years of talking with consumers about credit, I have come up with my list of the Top Ten Ways to Wreck Your Credit. No doubt, credit fuels our economy, and it also affects all of the major areas of our lives, good or bad. It can affect where we live and work, and our ability to ...
Views: 2870(6 votes) - What Comes After Overspending? - by Submitted on May 25, 2008 from Francis HoseinAdvertisers’ job is to attract you with all your senses starting with visual. Their job is to make it so attractive that you cannot say no and is it working you asks, you bet, take a look at the economy and see how much people are in debt. Feeling down You may not realize that you have ...
Views: 782 - Property Conveyance- I Want To Buy A House - by Submitted on May 23, 2008 from Jamie JaggernauthI want to help myself in climbing the housing ladder- in this way I can enjoy the benefits of creating wealth and avoiding rental payments every month; in doing so I had to understand the concept of converyance. My intention is to jointly purchase a property costing £150,000. I would ...
Views: 764 - Property Conveyance- Do I Really Need It? - by Submitted on May 23, 2008 from Jamie JaggernauthMany people often wonder, what is property conveyance? The concept is quite simple. Conveyancing is the legal transfer of property from one owner to another. During the conveyancing process, once properly carried out by conveyance solicitors, ensures that the purchaser actually owns all the ...
Views: 725 - How To Make Money - by Submitted on May 21, 2008 from Steve GillmanIf you are like most people, when you think about how to make money, you think about the specific jobs, businesses or schemes that will bring in the cash. But while there are many ways to make it, all these ways have their examples of success and failure. Why do some fail at the same things ...
Views: 2400 - Vacuum And Sweeper Truck Financing - by Submitted on May 19, 2008 from Chris FletcherVacuum and sweeper trucks are often referred to as street cleaners. They are rarely used by sanitation companies to clean the street. It is really uncommon to see a vacuum and sweeper truck on road side. It is unique in nature. However they offer valuable services to sanitation companies. Since ...
Views: 783 - You Can Only Get Money If You Have Got Money - The Tough New Criteria For Getting Personal Credit - by Submitted on May 17, 2008 from Danielle FletcherOver the last five years the UK’s booming economy has benefited most people with more disposable income, and more choice on what to spend it on. Advertising has pushed the limits in targeting consumer groups that were once thought to be unable to afford their products. Peoples desires ...
Views: 603 - The Need For Care When Transferring Credit Card Balances - by Submitted on May 16, 2008 from Linsey SummersCustomers should be careful when transferring credit balances from one card to another to avoid high interest charges industry experts reveal. Robert Kenley, head of cards at Moneysupermarket.com, said: “One thing people should do its work out what they are trying to do with a credit ...
Views: 651 - Trailer Financing - by Submitted on May 16, 2008 from Chris FletcherTrailers can be used to carry snowmobiles, motor cycles or some other heavy vehicles. They come in different configurations to serve different purposes. They may be enclosed in order to serve storage purposes or may be used even as a temporary office. Since they serve varied purposes, they can ...
Views: 679 - Keeping Afloat - Re mortgages Boost Market - by Submitted on May 14, 2008 from Jack HarrisThe act of re mortgaging one’s house should never be taken lightly – after all, one is playing with the very roof over one’s head. Never the less, it can be a useful tool in obtaining more capital with which to make investments, or to use to raise more cash in another way. ...
Views: 717 - What Is Gifting? Scheme,Scam, Or Cash Cow? - by Submitted on May 13, 2008 from Herb Daly jrQ. What is private gifting? A. Private gifting is a concept embraced by private groups of individuals and has been in existence for many years. Our private activity does NOT involve network marketing or any type of business or commercial activity. There are no business transactions, ...
Views: 1618 - Understanding Basic Mortgage Terms - by Submitted on May 13, 2008 from Lisa AustenPurchasing your first home can be daunting and most people require a mortgage. With so many financial terms used in the mortgage industry, the whole process can quickly become confusing. While online mortgage software programs can help determine how much house you can afford on your budget, you ...
Views: 1194 - Reliant Consumers Fuel Credit Card Fraud - by Submitted on May 13, 2008 from Drew SwainstonNew findings have shown the continued large presence of credit card fraud as consumers continue to rely on their credit cards. A large percentage of British consumers struggle with credit payments and rely on their cards for finance. A Post Office study found that 25 per cent are even more ...
Views: 798 - Mortgage Approvals Increase - by Submitted on May 13, 2008 from Drew SwainstonMortgage approvals unexpectedly increased in January as house prices continued to fall. The Bank of England has released new data showing there were 74,000 mortgage approvals in January, which was up 2,000 from December. That month’s figure of 72,000 was the lowest since current records ...
Views: 600 - Striper And Paver Truck Financing - by Submitted on May 13, 2008 from Chris FletcherStriper and paver trucks are invaluable vehicles for any paving companies or for government organizations. These vehicles are useful in spraying paint in neatly striped lines. They help saving much time. They are useful in road or parking lot operations. Paving a driveway and striping a road is ...
Views: 842 - The War in Iraq – It’s More Dangerous Than You Think! - by Submitted on May 12, 2008 from Ann MarosyYes, there are a dozen humanitarian reasons why the war in Iraq should be ceased immediately. But these issues have been covered already. I am now asking, has anyone considered the long-term implications on the US and the rest of the world? No, I’m not just talking about the prolonged ...
Views: 955 - Work Truck Financing - by Submitted on May 12, 2008 from Chris FletcherWork trucks are vitally important for various business activities, especially in case of construction business. They are exclusively designed to cater the need of heavy work places. They are usually rugged and strong. They have heavy duty frame which helps in dealing with heavy payloads. In ...
Views: 685 - An Introduction to Health Net - by Submitted on May 11, 2008 from Inba rajHealth Net, Inc. is one the America's largest publicly traded and managed health care company which is located in Woodland Hills, California, USA. The company’s POS, HMO, insured PPO and government contracts subsidiaries offer health benefits to nearly 6.7 million people in all the fifty ...
Views: 819 - People Mover Financing - by Submitted on May 10, 2008 from Chris FletcherPeople movers help in transporting people from one place to another. They are essential in amusement parks and in other large sites. They are also vitally important in certain industries. People movers are becoming essential due to several factors like age, advanced technology, parking lot ...
Views: 733 - Designing A Good Budget For An Early Retirement - by Submitted on May 09, 2008 from Jo MarkA household budget is an important tool to make it easier to manage and control your family's finances. As with any important tool, you should have your budget writing. Many people say that they keep a budget in their head, but that never really works. Keeping your budget in a spreadsheet or ...
Views: 947 - Remedies For Runaway Credit Card Debt - by Submitted on May 08, 2008 from Jo MarkRunaway credit card debt is a problem that afflicts millions of people worldwide. Most people got into this predicament little by little. A trip to the mall here, a new pair of jeans there, and that cool new phone; who could resist that. Suddenly, you find yourself in a financial bind with all ...
Views: 939 - Having Control With Forex Charting Software - by Submitted on May 07, 2008 from Korbin NewlynForex charting plays a very vital role your tools to success in the foreign exchange market. To completely understand the constantly changing patterns of market rates, forex charting provides you with an overall snapshot, which will help you to do your trading in a effective manner. If you are ...
Views: 989 - The Shrinking Wallet - by Submitted on May 06, 2008 from Phil BookerThe first of the summer holiday travellers are beginning to feel the pinch on their wallet as they arrange to transfer the holiday spending money into a different currency. Pounds to Euros… Dollars to Pounds… Dollars to Euros… These currencies especially are feeling the bite ...
Views: 903 - Significant Facts About Forex Currency Pairs - by Submitted on May 05, 2008 from Korbin NewlynOne of the primary elements when it comes to trading forex currencies is that it necessitates trading in pairs of currencies like EUR/USD in which Euro trades over the US dollars. This is a characteristic pattern of forex currency pairs. In the instance of the Euro which is the initial ...
Views: 1010 - 3 Steps To Fighting Back Against Identity Theft - by Submitted on May 05, 2008 from Marilyn BohnIdentify theft is a serious crime. It occurs when personal information is stolen and used without our knowledge to commit fraud or other crimes. According to the Federal Trade Commission here are the Common Ways ID Theft happens: 1.Dumpster Diving. They rummage through trash looking for ...
Views: 833 - How A Balance Transfer Credit Card Can Help You - by Submitted on May 05, 2008 from Woody AlpernA balance transfer credit card can come in handy, especially if you're in debt. Individuals looking for credit guidance are becoming increasingly charmed by companies who are offering cards with low balance transfers and 0% APR rates. Generally speaking, anyone is eligible for a line of credit ...
Views: 2028 - Three Simple Steps To Empower Your Kids Financially - by Submitted on May 04, 2008 from Elisabeth DonatiYou may be thinking to yourself, “Is there something simple I can do to make sure my kids don’t move home after they move out?” In other words, make sure they grow up to be financially self-reliant. I’m here to tell you that 'Yes, there’s some relatively simple steps you can take to ensure that ...
Views: 896 - Does Cash Gifting Make Sense? - by Submitted on May 03, 2008 from Darrell PriceDoes Cash Gifting Work? Absolutely YES! Cash Gifting really does work! Thousands are cashing in by gifting to others and tens of thousands of dollars are coming back in return. So what is Cash Gifting? It's a concept of giving to others and has been in existence for many years. Cash Gifting ...
Views: 1122 - The Historical Evolution Of The U.S Monetary System - by Submitted on May 03, 2008 from Robert SmithA vital and central role has been played by monetary system of the United States, whether it is an age of debit and credit cards, or the tobacco and gold were used as some of the forms of money in the barter trade. Thus, the American experience of money has been very rich as it developed ...
Views: 939 - Forex News - How The Worlds News Effects Currencies - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Korbin NewlynEither you are simply starting in Forex or have a expertise in it, but it's very important you stay on top with all the Forex news happening in the industry. Staying intact with what happens around the world within your industry can be really addictive at times. Moreover with a globalized world ...
Views: 1066 - Book Review: The Millionaire Next Door - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Laura MonzoThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Financial Freedom. Many people have a goal of achieving financial freedom - to be free of debt and financial obligations and have the money and resources to follow their dreams. Nancy Ogilvie is the Official Guide to Financial ...
Views: 1129 - Definition: Financial Freedom - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Laura MonzoFinancial freedom describes a well-planned lifestyle where one no longer is required to work for income to cover their expenses. Contrary to popular belief, it does not require being free of debt, as a debt payment is just another expense. Typically, "Financial Freedom" can be attained in one of ...
Views: 2667 - Two Techniques To Solve Your Financial Problems - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Jo MarkCredit card debt is a double-edged sword. On the one hand it helps millions of people worldwide by providing convenience and giving them the chance to get a few little extras in life. On the other hand, there are millions of others who mis-use their credit cards and get into financial ...
Views: 897 - Garbage Truck Financing - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Chris FletcherGarbage trucks are essential for sanitation companies to transport wastes to recycling centers or to some other places. These trucks come in different configurations to suit various purposes. They are unique in nature and they can be used for limited purposes only. Due to their unique nature, ...
Views: 889 - No Win No Fee Culture Does Not Always Fit - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Jemma TiplingNo win no fee has been a wonderful breakthrough to offer justice to many people who could otherwise not afford legal representation. However it is also still a hugely risky proposition for both parties and the nature of the British legal system can often add to this. Britain has founded our ...
Views: 659 - What In The World Is Forex Training? - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Korbin NewlynForex trading is an abbreviation for Foreign Exchange Trading. At times, it is also known as "FX" however that particular nickname frequently gets people confused, because FX is also shorthand for "special effects". It is also the name of a cable channel. With the introduction of the Internet ...
Views: 920 - Managed Forex With Performance Records - Past Performance Is Not Indicative Of Future Results - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Korbin NewlynFor anybody that is intrigued with a highly liquid as well as highly profitable foreign exchange market, managed Forex with performance records is one option that you can take since although you do not need to educate yourself about terms, charts, indicators as well as other types of ...
Views: 1165 - Students Call For Better Loan Administration - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Jemma TiplingStruggling graduates are claiming that uncompetitive student loan arrangments have contributed to a flawed system that shortchanges students. Welsh students, represented by the National Union of Students in Wales, believe that they have overpaid loan repayments due to the pay-as-you-earn ...
Views: 704 - Loan Sharks Waiting For Those Who Fall Overboard With Loan Repayments - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Jemma TiplingDoorstep lenders and loan sharks are moving into the space vacated by Britain's high street banks, whose tightening or exemptive credit terms are leaving millions of people without access to mainstream finance. Debt campaigners have seen thousands of clients forced to borrow at extortionate ...
Views: 855 - How To Cut Down Your Pemiums In A High Risk Profession - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Jemma TiplingRecent surveys from insurance groups such as Endsleigh, have found that drivers who are involved in the medical profession are more accident-prone and therefore considered to be high-risk drivers. Doctors and surgeons, as well as accountants and life guards are also more likely to be involved in ...
Views: 902 - Bike Insurance 2-Police On Cyclists - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Jemma TiplingPolice are starting to crack down on motorcyclists who refuse to insure their machines. Kent Police are piloting a scheme to work with local communities to report un-insured bikers. Already the scheme has been a success with over 30 riders reprimanded for not having appropriate insurance. If the ...
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