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- Want to Start Investing in Real Estate but Can’t Afford It? - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2009 from Chris WechnerHow many times have you thought to yourself, “Wow! I sure wish I could invest in real estate, but that’s for rich folk, and I sure don’t have THAT kind of money!” Do you have any other excuses? I hope so, because I met someone who will quickly remove that excuse. I met someone who came ...
Views: 2183(2 votes) - Compound Stock Earnings Programs - Caveat Investor - by Submitted on May 29, 2008 from Steve SelengutThe caller seemed surprised that I had never heard about Compound Stock Earnings Programs, or CSEs. "People are earning three to six percent per month with little or no risk", she continued, "I'm thinking of attending a seminar". A wise man once said: "If it sounds too good to be true, it ...
Views: 2181(18 votes) - Sport in Brazil... A Growing Investment Market - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2012 from Paul DexterIn recent years Brazil has become a very major player in all kinds of economic and investment activity, attracting both global and domestic interest on a massive scale. This is no more true than in the area of Sport, in all its many and varied manifestations. To start with, there are two ...
Views: 2181 - The Cornerstone Investing System - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Victor ChanThe Cornerstone investing system is a simple investing approach developed by fund manager James O’Shaughnessy. His book What Works on Wall Street, which first publicized the Cornerstone system in 1996, soon became a bestseller and is since then updated several times because of the amazing ...
Views: 2179(5 votes) - Is It Time to Buy Real Estate? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Robert AffolterMany people ask me if I think the real estate market has bottomed out. I don't know. However, for a lot of people, now is the time to buy. Look at the numbers. Every situation is different. My mother is a great example. She was renting a 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo for about $1300 per month. In ...
Views: 2174(7 votes) - ***Old Fashioned Equity Investing - Building A Better Mousetrap - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Steve SelengutWhat if you could anticipate changes in market direction? What if you could minimize your financial risk while actively managing your portfolio? What if you could harness the power of market, economic, and interest rate cycles and use it to your financial advantage? You can, while increasing ...
Views: 2173(25 votes) - ***The Perfect Investment - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Scott BarclayThe perfect investment is the investment you can sleep with. The perfect investment is that which provides the most return and the most sleep is most likely not the investment providing the highest return. Far too many investors have taken on far too much risk and of course, that only shows ...
Views: 2165(3 votes) - The Prefect TAX FREE Retirement Plan for Small Business Owners - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Roger ElyOne of the problem business owners have - especially small business owner - is how to set up their retirement plan without having to provide it for the whole world! If you try to set up a 401k or other Federal plan you have to include your employees. Now as a small business owner myself, I ...
Views: 2156(4 votes) - The Three Myths of Investing - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Victor ChanIf you play a game before familiarizing yourself with the rules, you are deemed to fail. Most people have a difficult time making money in stocks, because they do not have a proven investing strategy. Most of their methods of investing are based on unsound and unproven “conventional wisdoms” ...
Views: 2155(24 votes) - What Are The Benefits Of Gold IRA? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2014 from Ewen ChiaAre you thinking of your future and how you can give yourself financial security? At this stage, I am guessing that you are thinking about where to invest your money. Well, I would like to mention that there are benefits of gold IRA. You may be wondering what they are in comparison to the other ...
Views: 2148 - A New Retirement Savings Trend Emerges - by Submitted on May 10, 2016 from Christina GonzalezGuide to Precious Metals IRAs Stock brokers and investment advisors typically won’t mention it (for reasons described by Money Metals columnist Guy Christopher), but it is simple to own something other than the run-of-the-mill paper assets they are paid so handsomely to sell into your ...
Views: 2145 - Working Capital Model Investing - The Process - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2008 from Steve SelengutMost people enter the investment process tip first. They hear something, grab an idea from a popular blog, accept a Cramerism or some motley foolishness, and think that they are making investment decisions. Rarely, will the right-now, instant-gratification, Internet-generation speculator think ...
Views: 2144(1 vote) - Filling the Investment Education Void with Web Workshops - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from Steve SelengutNow more than ever, you can appreciate the need for comprehensive investment education. All of a sudden, fifty percent of your nest egg has disappeared--- and the bad news? There never was a plan for income generation. Ouch! Dwelling on coulda's, woulda's, and shoulda's isn't going to rebuild ...
Views: 2142(29 votes) - Value Investing - “Magic Formula Investing” Proven to Beat the Market!? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2011 from Keelan CunninghamIn his book, The Little Book That Beats the Market, Joel Greenblatt explains how investors may outperform market averages by following his “Magic Formula” - simple process of investing in good companies (ones which return high returns on capital) at bargain prices (priced to give high earnings ...
Views: 2141 - ***Investment Grade Value Stock (IGVS) Expectation Analyzer - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2011 from Steve SelengutNo investor should ever be surprised by the changes in market value that appear on his or her monthly account statements. In general, media noise throughout the month should lead to a feel for what has been going on and investors should understand that the prices of investment securities, ...
Views: 2140(14 votes) - Investment Grade Value Stocks At Highest Levels Ever --- What To Do About It - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Steve SelengutThe IGVSI is a barometer of a small but elite sector of the stock market called Investment Grade Value Stocks. Some IGVSs are included in all averages and indices, but even the well dressed Dow Jones Industrial Average includes several issues that are well below Investment Grade and very few ...
Views: 2140(12 votes) - Weekly Stock Pick: Clearance Sale at Sears Holdings - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Michael MichaudClick the link below to review this article with image charts and additional links to review more financial information and resources. http://invest2success.blogspot.com/2011/09/clearance-sale-at-sears-holdings.html I’ve got a very low-risk and if it works out very high-reward short-sell ...
Views: 2130 - Reasons To Invest In Paraguay - by Submitted on May 14, 2012 from Natalia KrasnyanskayaParaguay is a country of multiple possibilities for investing notwithstanding its low level economic development in comparison to others countries of the region. It is a state free of tariffs, which opens the doors to the Latin-American market with more than 250 million population, including ...
Views: 2125 - Working With SEO Services Experts - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Olive Joy VillegasHiring an SEO services company is the best option for the business owners and lawyers to make their site rank high in the search engine like Google, MSN, Yahoo and etc. But then, there are some things for you to know while working with those SEO professionals for the development of your site ...
Views: 2118(2 votes) - Understanding the Logic Behind Technical Analysis - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2011 from Louie LewisThe logic behind technical analysis is to find the proper set of tools and indicators to help you make potentially profitable trading decisions. Some people when they use technical analysis get caught in the hype of finding the one “perfect” indicator. Don’t be that guy. What they should ...
Views: 2115 - How To Make Investments In Stocks Via Online - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2013 from Gerry AguilarOnline trading is basically a way of investing in stocks through your personal computer with an internet connection. An excellent dealer must have all pertinent information regarding stock trading including the current market tendency and performance of the assets. Lots of research is required ...
Views: 2114 - Forex Training Course Lesson: A Forex Trading Strategy That Works - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Forex Robot ArenaWhen you search for a forex trading strategy that works, it can be difficult to know what is a viable strategy to use. Lots of tactics depend on very short term desired goals that could give you big earnings for a short time followed by a crash. Dishonest dealers develop these types of systems ...
Views: 2111(2 votes) - Office Supply Stock Losing Market Share - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Michael MichaudClick the link below to review this article with images and links. http://invest2success.blogspot.com/2011/05/office-supply-stock-losing-market-share.html This week I’ve got a sell short on one of the world’s largest office products and furniture retailers . . . Office Depot. With the US ...
Views: 2110 - Candlestick Reversal Patterns - Engulfing Candle - by Submitted on May 17, 2009 from L.A. LittleReversal Engulfing Patterns What is an engulfing pattern? Here is a example chart of a bearish engulfing pattern which is similar to what we saw in the OTC issues this past week (look at the NDX and the SMH for clear cut examples on 05/07/2009). What are the rules regarding engulfing patterns ...
Views: 2109 - *** Pre-Retirement 401k & Asset Allocation Advice - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Bill LoseyQuestion: I plan on retiring in 15 years (at age 60) and currently have 85% of my money in stocks. I’ve been maxing out my 401(K) since I was 21, and in the last year, I have seen some frightening drops in my funds. Should I be making any kind of changes to prevent more losses? Larry, Texas ...
Views: 2106(18 votes) - 10 Tips to Finding the Best Annuities - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Lisa CintronIf you're looking for a great way to protect your money and to earn a consistent return, then annuities are definitely a financial instrument that you should be interested in. Annuities are generally provided by life insurance companies. You can pay money to them, let it grow on a tax-deferred ...
Views: 2105(5 votes) - Is it Possible to Invest Safely Without Stop-loss Orders? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Jay Leavitt PhDWe are told by the pros that stop-loss orders are the means to shelter profits. Yes, placing stop-loss orders right after you have opened a new position is good advice. However, stop-loss orders are not a solution. They are about as practical as swatting flies with a sledge hammer. Here is a ...
Views: 2094(3 votes) - How to Buy and Sell Real Estate in the Bahamas Review - Best Guide to Buy and Sell - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from Florencia CintrónWould you like to know about How to Buy and Sell Real Estate in the Bahamas Review? Would you expect to find out more concerning the reputation of Matthew Simon? Or is How to Buy and Sell Real Estate in the Bahamas Scam or genuine product? There are shocking answers within this honest ...
Views: 2093 - Stock Market Crash Impacts Variable Life Insurance Polices - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2009 from Michael KortzMore than just your portfolio will feel the pinch of the recent stock market crash. Your variable life insurance policy may also be in danger of taking a downward spiral. Variable life insurance policies have experienced increased popularity - currently accounting for 40 percent of life ...
Views: 2088 - Things to Keep in Mind When Picking Stocks - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2012 from Jennifer NoblesPeople are now getting a lot of advice when it comes to investing their money. Many are now into stock market investing and if you are one of them, this article will give you an idea about stock picking. Investing in the stock market is gaining attention as people who are into buying stocks are ...
Views: 2074 - How To Save Ten Grand A Year While Shopping - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2008 from Steven BoazeThe only one who will ever truly put your financial well-being first is you. When you arm yourself with facts, and you develop your money-making strategies, you'll see that it is much less of a chore (and much more fun) to take control of your finances than you might think. You can make yourself ...
Views: 2072 - LOVE – The Selling Guide for Breakout Investors - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2011 from Victor ChanHow to sell your stocks is the biggest question in investing. As legendary trader Jesse Livermore said, “It never was my thinking that makes the big money for me. It always was my sitting.” If you do not have the patience to hold onto the winners, and the resolve to get rid of the losers, you ...
Views: 2072(14 votes) - Value Stock Investing - The November Syndrome On Drugs - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2008 from Steve SelengutEvery fall, especially in opportunity rich markets like this, I encourage investors to think about some year-end strategies that make the final calendar quarter a special time in all markets. Several forces are at work, all of which have links to conventional Wall Street wisdom; none of which ...
Views: 2072(1 vote) - The Benefits Of Gold IRA Investments - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2014 from Ewen ChiaAre you about to retire soon and thinking about your future? Are you thinking of where to invest in? I would like to share with you the benefits of gold IRA investments. These are in my opinion a better option if you have the money to chip in and get some. I would rather you get them than a ...
Views: 2071 - How you can Flip a Return With Penny Shares - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Virgilen SaenphimmachaUnderstanding how to flip a revenue with penny shares will not be that hard. In fact, it might be surprisingly easy when you know the basics and also you require the time for you to analysis the stocks you will be interested in meticulously. Obtaining the study will not be as difficult since it ...
Views: 2070 - Who Created The Financial Crisis - How And Why - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Steve Selengut"The Big Takeover" by Matt Taibbi is probably the best article written to date explaining the financial crisis and how we got to where we are now. Taibbi's necessarily lengthy article explains the problems, names the "poipetrators", and exposes all of the conflicts of interest--- absolutely a ...
Views: 2067(1 vote) - Be very careful with the latest ‘niche’ investments - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2017 from Barry GlassmanMuch like niche restaurants that come and go, niche investments come into and out of favor, as well. Just as everyone had to be the first to try out that new donut or cupcake shop on the corner, the new craze to hit the investment world is the narrowly-focused exchange-traded fund. ETFs ...
Views: 2065 - Wall Street Garage Sale Produces Closed End Fund Bargains - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2008 from Steve SelengutThere's a bright light at the end of the tunnel--- finally. Most of the really well respected, long term investors are advising their audiences to hang in there, to stop the panic selling, and to look for the great companies that have withstood the economic downturns of the past. Buffet, Bogle, ...
Views: 2063(1 vote) - The myth of risk when it comes to investing - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Michael YardneyWhat most of us have been taught about risk is wrong, and it’s probably holding you back from obtaining real wealth. Conventionally we’re taught that there’s a continuum of risk starting with low risk investments at one end of the spectrum to highly speculative, risky investments at the ...
Views: 2061(8 votes) - How Financial Planning Can Help The Over 40 Crowd! - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2007 from Peter FogelI’ve been studying and as a copywriter writing for the financial markets for quite a while now. Of course, I am not an expert, more than anything I come from school of hard knocks. So here are some aspects that you should think about when and if you want to take the prudent approach to ...
Views: 2058(1 vote) - ***Investment Management - Put More Smart Cash In Your Future - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2008 from Steve SelengutThe stock market is a dynamic place where investors can consistently make reasonable returns on their capital if they comply with the basic principles of the endeavor and if they don't measure their progress too frequently against irrelevant indices. The income securities market is most often ...
Views: 2056(11 votes) - ***Managed Closed End Funds --- Solid Income Investments in Liquid Form - by Submitted on May 18, 2011 from Steve SelengutA Closed End Fund (CEF) is a publicly traded investment company that invests in a variety of securities such as stocks, bonds, preferred stocks, real estate, mortgages, oil and gas royalties, etc. The variety of sectors, classifications, and geographical representation is every bit as confusing ...
Views: 2056(23 votes) - Why the Consumer Price Index Doesn't Work - by Submitted on May 26, 2012 from Jamie BushBen Bernanke is so busy computing academic formulas that he forgot to go shopping and take a look at what’s really going on out there. He is famously called helicopter Ben after he made the statement that he could drop money out of helicopters to fight deflation. Is that a joke? This guy has a ...
Views: 2052 - Is September 18th, 2013 Going To Be The Top For The Stock Market? - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2013 from Greg KnoxNext week the Federal Reserve will meet and decide whether or not to cut back on their long-lasting quantitative easing policy. What does this mean and why should I care, you ask? This could drastically affect the low interest rate cycle that the equity market has been built upon since the end ...
Views: 2050 - Why You Need to Change to Become Wealthy - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Michael YardneySometimes we love change and sometimes we hate it. In fact some of us love to change and others fear it. Why is change difficult for many of us? Because change makes us move out of our comfort zones. It takes courage to leave something familiar and try something new. One of the jobs of ...
Views: 2046(8 votes) - Search Engine Marketing-Maintain Your Site's Visibility - by Submitted on May 20, 2010 from Olive Joy VillegasSurely, you have already heard search engine marketing and search engine optimization. Well, we know that these two are very helpful to your site and visibility of your product Okay, to tell you directly, I will be writing about the search engine marketing and search engine optimization and ...
Views: 2042(3 votes) - Importance of Day Trading Classes and How to Become A Day Trader Training - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2016 from Leon EdwardIf you are wanting to learn a bit about day trading and how to start a career in it, then you would do well to take a few classes related to it. You're going to have a lot of questions, and being new to the whole concept of day trading this is natural. Thing is though, that there are a lot of ...
Views: 2040(7 votes) - Importance of Day Trading Classes and How to Become A Day Trader Training - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2016 from Leon EdwardIf you are wanting to learn a bit about day trading and how to start a career in it, then you would do well to take a few classes related to it. You're going to have a lot of questions, and being new to the whole concept of day trading this is natural. Thing is though, that there are a lot of ...
Views: 2040(7 votes) - Is Poor Mans Gold The Smart Mans Investment - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Robert KressEven through our questionably biased media where they have been downplaying the benefits of gold investment strategies and the rise of gold prices, you still hear a mumbling of its epic rise from $256 to $1385, a 441% gain in less than ten years. But did you know that Silver has seen a 625% ...
Views: 2038(4 votes) - Penny Stock Sins Take Flight - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from John Paul WhitefootTough economic times might stop people from going out less often and it might put a stop on non essential purchases, like a first edition of Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby in dust jacket, for example, that could be yours for just $500,000. What hard times won’t do though is stop gamblers from ...
Views: 2037(2 votes) - Would you like to Learn Forex Trading Online? Here's the Basics... - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Forex Robot ArenaOnline currency exchange or forex trading is sprouting like wildfire. It draws in a huge number of newcomers who want to produce more money from home. Mainly they have observed advertisements concerning the quantity of income that may be earned in this trillion dollar marketplace. But what is ...
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