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- Feeling Wealthy? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2007 from Linda McCarrinIf wealth is a feeling and many of our feelings are attached to our prior programming, domestication, and parenting, just how many of us FEEL WEALTHY? Perhaps the FEELING is in the word “wealthy.” Although every word, phrase, or sentence can be interpreted differently no matter what language ...
Views: 1551 - Top 10 Reasons Why Financial Disasters Are Inevitable - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2007 from Irena WhitfieldProper money management and at least basic financial education is one of the biggest assets you can possess. It's not so expensive or unattainable as most people imagine. However, the following Top 10 Reasons are a paved path to financial hell: 1) No financial education. This is definitely ...
Views: 1550 - Getting Out of Debt - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2012 from Jamie BushDebt is bad and you want to get rid of it right away. Nothing destroys lives, marriages and creates more stress than being in debt. The way out is not hard in theory but requires a life change. This is usually were people pass or fail; many times they are unwilling to make a lifestyle change to ...
Views: 1549 - Mission Possible: Get a Personal Loan Even with Bad Credit - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2018 from Maria LawsonIt’s no secret that acquiring a personal loan can be extremely difficult for someone who has a poor credit score. Not only do the options become limited, but even borrowing cash becomes overly expensive. While there is no substitute to a healthy credit score, sometimes situations can go ...
Views: 1547 - What To Do After Achieving Debt Freedom? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2013 from Samantha SeiffertDebt freedom is a component of financial freedom. This is a time when you have paid off all your debts that has haunted you for a long time. This is a great achievement that did not come easy and you would want to keep it that way. After you have paid off your debts, you still need to exercise ...
Views: 1545 - Find Out the Best Way to Negotiate Using the Merchant Cash Advance Supplier - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from Edmund KievitIndustry experts in many trusts restrictions severely in years previous as anticipated 10 billion dollar merchant cash advance expansion of industrial. When how you can turn Quick Look for Merchant Dollars countless numbers of supplier literally in advance between the businesses would opt for? ...
Views: 1543 - How to Make Bankruptcy Law Fascinating! - by In 1979 I went on my first temporary assignment as a legal secretary. I didn't think much about it. All I knew was that the temporary agency paid me $8 an hour to work in a law office versus $5 an hour working in a "non law" office. Over the next 20 years I continued to look at working in the ...
Views: 1543 - Tips On Filing Late Tax Returns - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2008 from Barry AllenThe date for submission of tax returns for 2007 is April 17th. In case you miss the deadline for some reason you must still file a return as soon as possible. In case you owe taxes the IRS will impose fines, interest on money owed, and penalties. However, if a refund is due then interest and ...
Views: 1540 - Removing The Holdiay Stress From Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2013 from Deah BowesFor many people, the holiday season is not necessarily a happy or joyous time. It can be stressful dealing with family emotions and holiday preparations - shopping, cleaning, decorating, wrapping, baking, attending holiday gatherings- you get it. Because of all the added duties, our stress level ...
Views: 1538 - Options Investing Produces Great Returns - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2012 from Jamie BushOptions are higher risk futures that you can buy and sell against stock you own or don’t own. Investors have made and lost fortunes trading options. Jim Cramer made enough in one options trade to quit Goldman Sachs and start his own hedge fund. I only want to mention it briefly because it can be ...
Views: 1537 - Forex Trading Systems: Pros and Cons of Manual Trading Systems - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Luke ArthurUsing Forex trading systems could provide you with a number of advantages as a Forex trader. With all of the attention on automated Forex software, many people do not even learn how to manually trade anymore. Although trading software can be attractive, learning how to use a manual Forex trading ...
Views: 1536 - Know Money or No Money? - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Erik TherwangerDo you feel you are on the right track financially? Are you prepared for retirement? Is your nest egg where it should be? Has the economy had a negative impact on your financial household? Do you need to earn more money? Many people feel they need to follow a specific “road” to financial ...
Views: 1536(3 votes) - From Debt To Wealth - Is Your Self Image Ready For Financial Freedom? - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Dan PickensRegardless of your present financial situation, you can move from debt to wealth by making a few simple changes that can help you regain control of your money and begin taking steps to financial success. Many people avoid change because it can often be scary, intimidating, and involve a lot ...
Views: 1535 - Cruise Stocks: A Risk Vs. Reward Analysis - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2006 from James TrottaInvestors know that oil prices and terrorism, two things that really can't be controlled, have a large influence on the stock market. Many investors avoid airline stocks for this reason. They can't control one of their biggest expenses (fuel) and an act of terrorism can seriously damage the ...
Views: 1534 - An Investor's View of The Fair Tax: A Resolution - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2006 from Steve SelengutThe vast majority of Americans are investors, although many don't realize it. The vast majority of Americans are creative with their 1040 numbers, although most won't admit it. The majority of Americans would agree that investing, retirement planning, and estate preservation would be easier to ...
Views: 1530(1 vote) - Health Insurance: The Marketplace is Everchanging - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Michael KortzThe insurance marketplace is ever changing, and this constant change has highlighted the importance of the professional insurance agent. Individuals and small businesses need help sorting through their coverage options. Insurance agents educate their clients, advising them how to manage their ...
Views: 1530 - Popular advice that can be costly - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from Dan BeckHow many times can you think of that you had the best intentions, did just about everything right, but the end result turned out to be negative? Some of the most popular advice about how to improve your FICO score is just like this, great intentions, just about all the right advice advise but ...
Views: 1530(2 votes) - $250,000 Income Tax Threshold - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Stephanie HorneWhy is $250,000 the magic number? There has been much debate with regards to how to close the budget deficit. With President Obama's fix saying that federal income taxes should be increased for households making more than $250,000. The questions is, how did this become the threshold ...
Views: 1528 - Students Beware! Identity thieves are studying you! - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2007 from Denise RichardsonIt is probably no surprise to most adults that identity theft is one of the fastest growing types of fraud. But what may be more alarming is that people in the 18 to 29 age range are the fastest growing group of victims. One need not look too far to figure out why. Today’s young people ...
Views: 1528 - Managing Your Money - Disputing Credit Reports - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Bill SklodowskiIt's really very important to keep track of your credit report and what it says about you. Your credit report affects many areas of your life Should you find information that's incorrect, no matter what the reason, it's your job to dispute that information to have it removed and corrected in ...
Views: 1526(1 vote) - Paying For College: Where to Find College Scholarships - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2009 from Carol EisemanThere are millions of scholarship dollars available for prospective college students. The problem is trying to figure out where they are and how to apply. There are websites all over the net that are happy to assist you with this process for a fee. Stop there. You want to find scholarship ...
Views: 1526(2 votes) - ***4 Pre-Retirement Requirements For Investing Your Money - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Bill LoseyQuestion: What are some things I should keep in mind if I want to reach the goal of retirement within three years? Thanks in advance for your response. Lorri, MA Answer: Lorri, whether your goal is retirement in 3 years, a new car in 5 years, or college education in eighteen years, in order ...
Views: 1525(1 vote) - Building A Mutual Fund Portfolio - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2003 from Julie DonleyWondering what to do and what time frame to do your investing in? Here are some ideas to assist you in your investments. Stick with stock funds. As long as you have five or more years until you need the money, stock funds will likely provide you with superior returns over any other ...
Views: 1525(1 vote) - Avoid These 3 Mistakes That Could Destroy Your Business - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2017 from Hafiz AkindeAccording to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, about two-thirds of businesses with employees survive at least 2 years and about half survive at least 5 years. As one would expect, after the first few relatively volatile years, survival rates flatten out. While the health of an economy plays a ...
Views: 1524(2 votes) - Reset, Renew and Remember as You Celebrate Your Holidays - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2009 from Pat HeydlauffWith the holiday season rushing toward you at warp speed and Thanksgiving just days away, are you already thinking, “How am I going to get everything done this year with less time and less money?” Are you so worried about all the details and how to pay for it that you will never get anything ...
Views: 1524(2 votes) - It's Never Too Late to Start Saving - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Nancy KvammeOne of the arguments I hear when I talk to people about saving is that they are too old to make a difference. Whatever you can start saving now can make big difference One big step is to forget the past and focus on the future. In some cases it was being irresponsible but other cases it was ...
Views: 1522 - I Need A Loan With Bad Credit - Any Option Available? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2010 from Alan LimIs there any option I could take if I need a loan with bad credit? There are different loan products available. The fastest, most convenient, and most popular include cash advance loans which could involve minimal loan amounts. I Need A Loan With Bad Credit These days, many people hesitate ...
Views: 1521 - THE KEYS TO INVESTMENT SUCCESS AND FINANCIAL FREEDOM - by The good news is that financial abundance is very, very simple to achieve. All you need do is apply the following simple formula:
HABIT + INVESTMENT VEHICLE + TIME + COMPOUNDED INTEREST =
FINANCIAL FREEDOM
Save a portion of everything you earn. Invest it wisely and re-invest your returns ...
Views: 1521 - Are You Prepared to Die? Create Your Family Love Letter™. The Gift of Your Life - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Cynthia Shelby-LaneThe Family Love Letter™. The Gift of Your Life As an anti-aging physician, I have devoted my career to helping people live long and healthy lives. I have a passion for healthy living; wellness and staying young has been my motto. As a result, I created a teleseminar series called ...
Views: 1520(1 vote) - Paying For Senior HealthCare Today, What Are Your Options? - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Chris BeardAccording to a 2010 survey completed by MetLife Market found that the chief concern was about having enough steady income and reserves to cover expenses at retirement and the cost of senior health care, as reported by 32% of respondents surveyed. This is regardless of whether they plan to retire ...
Views: 1520 - 4 Reasons To Start Your Own Business - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2012 from Jamie Bush1. Be your own boss, live and work how you choose and make your own hours: This one is obvious but it's funny how many people don't really believe this. I know many real estate investors that take multiple vacations a year and brag about a 4 day work week. They generally also work part time ...
Views: 1517 - *** Are the Markets & My 401(k) Heading for Another Freefall? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Bill LoseyDear Bill: I’m 60 years old, divorced, and was forced into early retirement two weeks ago. My 401(k) is still down 25% from its all-time high and I’m real nervous. Now that I don’t have a paycheck and since I won’t become eligible for Social Security for two more years, I have to live on ...
Views: 1516(2 votes) - How to Get Financial Aid for Single Moms - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2013 from Samantha SeiffertBeing a single mom can be quite a challenge. It is all the more difficult when you have limited resources that is not enough to support the household. The good news is there are financial assistance programs that are directed towards single moms. While circumstances have left them solely ...
Views: 1516 - Can’t Afford to Pay a Parent Loan? You Might Get One Anyway. - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2010 from Jeff MictaborThe U.S. Department of Education issues federal parent loans — known as PLUS loans, for parents of undergraduate students — designed to help families pay for college. PLUS loans, like federal student loans, are fixed-rate college loans. They carry a slightly higher interest rate ...
Views: 1515(3 votes) - Are You Up Or Down? - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2008 from Tracy PiercyThere’s nothing like a dramatic move in the stock market to make people who are otherwise not very financially involved stand up and take notice – every day. Suddenly, everyone is talking about whether the market is up or down. It’s good to become more financially aware, but what do these daily ...
Views: 1514 - If you want to get wealthy isn't the ultimate wealth inside your head? - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2010 from Sandeep NathJeffery Combs, one of the large clutch of associates of Wealth Masters, speaks to build wealth and wisdom through a higher self esteem. A low self esteem is the beginning of sabotage and why do we have it? Events from the past create feelings; feelings create moods; and moods create ...
Views: 1514(2 votes) - San Francisco Now Fourth Most Expensive City in US - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Sarah WatersAccording to a recent report from the Wall Street Journal, San Francisco is the 4th most expensive city in the United States. The report takes into account a variety of factors that affect the general cost of living for San Francisco residents, including rent, food, commuting to work, and ...
Views: 1514(3 votes) - Save Money to Make Money - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Steve GillmanI prefer to report on unusual ways to make money, but when you save money it can effectively be a way to make money for your goals. If, for example, you want to make two thousand four hundred dollars for a vacation, you might work extra shifts or find other ways to generate the three thousand ...
Views: 1514 - Insights into Filing Tax Returns in More Than One State - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2008 from Barry AllenAccording to US tax laws US citizens who work and live or earn income from business or property in more than one state will have to file more than one state tax return. (As far as a federal tax return is concerned, however, you only need to file one return.) Here are a few things to know if you ...
Views: 1513 - Opportunity: Be a Landlord and Save the Housing Market - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Walid PetiriWhile housing prices are still well off 2008 levels and likely won’t recover for some time, you can make good returns investing in real estate. How?? Buy a foreclosed house and become a landlord. Purchase these single-family homes on the cheap, on your own or as part of a private ...
Views: 1512 - Create your own Anti-Emergency Fund™ - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2004 from Cindy MorusDo unexpected car repairs, quarterly insurance payments or those darned property taxes find you hard pressed to squeeze one more dollar out of an already stretched monthly budget? Or do you usually end up reaching for the plastic in your wallet to make up the difference? Those inevitable ...
Views: 1511 - Things I Wish My Parents Taught Me About Money - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2012 from Shari MolchanThings I Wish My Parents Taught Me about Money Back in the day when I was growing up, my parents taught me all of those little things that any young lady should know: How to sew a button, clean a house, how to cook, and so on. I thought they had covered everything, but they left out the one ...
Views: 1508 - Are Balance Transfer Credit Cards Really A Debt Relief Option? - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2012 from Joshua RodriguezAll over the news, we are hearing that the economy is getting better. And, it's true! More and more people are going back to work. More and more these same people are starting to spend money driving and strengthening our economy. However, for several people, it doesn't feel like the recession as ...
Views: 1506 - Are You Interested in Saving Dollars? - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2015 from Nigel St.HillDear friend, are you interested in saving 1000s of dollars? Are you always on the lookout for the best deal? Trying to stretch your household budget further with less? Is growing your business or protecting your money important to you? Are you positioned to WIN in your life and business? Do you ...
Views: 1506 - How to Have More Fun with Your Tax Refund in 2009 - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Cindy MorusGetting a tax refund this year? Want to stretch it as far as possible? Good for you… I counsel a LOT of people about money. I see the same mistakes being made over and over again. If you’ve made ‘em, don’t worry. I’m here to help you do it right THIS year! The fact is, moneymakers need a money ...
Views: 1506(1 vote) - How to Choose a Debt Management Company - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2012 from Adam TijerinaThere are hundreds if not thousands of reputable debt management companies from which to choose from. However, not all of them are legitimate. Some of them are out to take advantage of your situation while others genuinely look out for your best interest. It is therefore advisable to do your ...
Views: 1505 - Master the Art of Self-Discipline with These 5 Tips - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2016 from Rachael Murphey1. Count Calories Counting the number of calories you consume on a daily basis will help to make you more aware of your habits. Self-awareness is always the first step towards self-discipline. I am not suggesting any radical diets or unrealistic lifestyle changes, but simply a conscious act ...
Views: 1505 - Effect of Divorce on the Family Business - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from Meghan GehanIt is an unfortunate American reality that half of all first marriages and nearly 60% of second marriages end in divorce. When business partners divorce‚ the financial and emotional challenges become more complex. In addition to negotiating the separation agreement‚ dividing marital assets‚ ...
Views: 1504 - Credit Repair Tips - How to Spot the 5 Most Common Credit Repair Frauds - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from william robertsWith the increase in needs of credit repair; many companies were reformed to provide the services to remove people's negative items from their credit reports and to increase their credit score. This is a fact that where there is good, bad is also there and while searching you may find some fake ...
Views: 1502 - ***5 Rules to Saving For Retirement - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Bill LoseyThe Automatic Rule Start saving money today. Even if it’s only a buck or two each pay period, savings is a habit you must start and stick with for the rest of your life. To improve your chance of savings success, automate the process. Have money withdrawn automatically from your paycheck or ...
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