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- A Family Budget To Help Organize Finances - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2008 from Stephen GillWhat is a family budget? A family budget is a set of instructions or laid-out-in-advance procedures which act as a guide to paying your bills, buying things members of the family need, putting aside some money as savings, and so on and so forth. Nobody in your household should spend any money, ...
Views: 2116 - Facts About Making Money Online - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2008 from Darren RainesMaking money online and having extra time to spend with your kids or free time to your self are the aspirations of many people, who go online every day looking for a way to make money online. Most ads will show you outrageous amounts of money you can make over a short period of time. Or the make ...
Views: 720 - 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: 1432 - Exercise Is Important For Management Of Arthritis. - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2008 from Jim AndrewsPhysical activeness plays a vital role in keeping your body free from any disease. Physical activity can be really beneficial when struggling with the painful effects of arthritis. Through regular exercise you can maintain your body joints strong and control joints swelling. Regular workout ...
Views: 717 - Seattle Estate Planning - Considerations On How To Root Out Credible Assistance - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2008 from Trevor PriceWhen it comes to estate planning, Seattle and its surrounding communities offer a number of support networks that are either free or specifically for seniors and retired individuals. To find out more about each, keep reading. Senior Rights Assistance of Seattle The Senior Rights Assistance ...
Views: 816 - The Securities Investors' Bill Of Rights (SIBORAP): Part Three - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2008 from Steve SelengutSIBORAP includes these ten specific sections: (1) Product Transparency, (2) Regulation and Education, (3) Protection from Speculators (4) Control of Hedge Funds, (5) Brokerage Account Statements, (6) Retirement Account Investments, (7) Executive Compensation, (8) Corporate Financial Statements, ...
Views: 1706(1 vote) - Five Easy Tips to Save $590 On Your Food Budget This Year - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2008 from S. L. SimmonsDon't Throw Your Money Away Would you like to help the planet and save an easy $590 this year? It's not a gimmick. Many families can save an easy $590 without even having to give up their lattes from Starbucks, turn down the heat, or ride their bikes to work. All it takes is a little better ...
Views: 691 - Buyer Down: Online DIY Repair Replaces Product Purchase - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2008 from Dana OshiroSAN MATEO, Calif. – A year ago, DIY repair was just another way families could "go green". Today, when thousands of Americans struggle to keep their homes and jobs, DIY repair site FixYa is fast becoming the internet's most popular money saving site. More than 9 million members and ...
Views: 678 - How Politics Affects Our Personal Finances - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2008 from Donna SchwontkowskiWhen my friend who has an MBA in accounting told me how our voting decisions could be compared to the act of Halloween trick-or-treating, I had to listen. Now he was talking on my level. Robin Hood Idea Drilled Into Our Subconscious “It’s simple,” he said. “Obama wants ...
Views: 973 - The Securities Investors' Bill Of Rights (SIBORAP): Part Two - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2008 from Steve SelengutSIBORAP includes these ten specific sections: (1) Product Transparency, (2) Regulation and Education, (3) Protection from Speculators (4) Control of Hedge Funds, (5) Brokerage Account Statements, (6) Retirement Account Investments, (7) Executive Compensation, (8) Corporate Financial Statements, ...
Views: 1545(2 votes) - Why Exercise? Know The Benefits of Exercising! - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2008 from Jim AndrewsWish to live a long and healthy life? Just put on your exercising gear and make your wish come true! For overall health any form of physical activity or exercise is very important. Exercising has manifold benefits both physical as well as mental. Half an hour of exercising everyday can give you ...
Views: 1034 - When Conventional Advice On Money Won't Do - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2008 from Tracy PiercyThere's nothing like a financial crisis to bring out the "talking heads" in the media. As markets toss wildly up and down, people are looking for information and answers, so financial stories have jumped out of the business sections and onto the top of the news. But, too many experts by far are ...
Views: 1066 - Make Money With Online Business - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2008 from Darren RainesYou can make more money with online business. So many online businesses are available today for you. Make Money Online by Blogging Blogging can get you more profit online. You can get money by blogging in different way. You can get more people through your popular blog to your website, you can ...
Views: 657 - Go Green With Finances - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2008 from Darlene SiddonsThe very first thing I want to say here is that we are not our debt, our house, our cars or all of the things we purchase; we are Moms, Dads, Daughters, Sons, Grandparents who are living the best life that we can with love and purpose. Debt is something that happened along that path. So now we ...
Views: 949 - 10 Steps To Acquiring A Refund Or Rebate Efficiently - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2008 from Janna ChanModern plumbing is great, as are HD televisions and chemical-free sunscreen/bug-spray. However, consumer stress often seems a bane of an otherwise ultra comfortable modern life. How many hours have you spent contesting a $4.99 erroneous charge with some poor soul in a vast global bureaucracy? ...
Views: 708(2 votes) - Divestitures, Bankruptcies And Mergers, OH MY!!! Who Do You Trust With Your Money? - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2008 from Robin DavisOver the last few months, most people were not sure whether their investments would still be with one of the large brokerage houses, or sold at auction to the highest bidder. With Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, Lehman Brothers, AIG, Bank of America, Barclay Bank and Washington Mutual in the ...
Views: 1177 - Evade Financial Oblivion Through IVA Settlement - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2008 from Daren JoneIf you are a citizen of U.K. then you must be well aware about how important an IVA is. First, let us understand what does IVA stand for and the meaning. IVA means Individual Voluntary Arrangement. It forms the part of Insolvency Act. While it was introduced the main aim of the arrangement was ...
Views: 728 - How To Buy Auto Insurance - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2008 from hans radjaYou can buy auto insurance but with more care and cautions. You need to analyze various plus and minus points. Most of the times, before you attempt to buy auto insurance, go for a discussion with persons who already have indulged in such activities. You have to note that though you are paying ...
Views: 614 - Credit Card Convenience vs. Credit Card Debt - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2008 from Cindy MorusThis is part of our Pay Debt Quickly series sponsored by PDQ Pay Debt Quickly kit. Over the last few years, I’ve seen more and more people pull out “plastic” to pay for everything they need — from gas to groceries to fast food. Why not? When all it takes is a quick swipe of the card ...
Views: 895 - Why Check Your Credit Report Regularly? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2008 from Cindy MorusBesides paying your bills regularly and on time, the single most important thing you can do to show that you are a good credit risk is to know what's in your credit report. Studies have shown that many credit files contain errors that can harm your credit rating, leading to rejections when you ...
Views: 944 - What I Learned About Money From Mom And Dad - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2008 from Cindy MorusA recent long drive to California to celebrate my parents’ 55th Wedding Anniversary and 75th birthdays gave me a chance to reflect on what my parents taught me about money and finance… Mom and Dad were Depression babies who grew up in blue collar families. My Dad (#2 of 6 kids) was ...
Views: 866 - How To Create a Valuable Mortgage Note? - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2008 from David CastelliniSeller Financing is a topic I am always asked about. Questions like, "How do I create a secure carry-back note or mortgage that will provide the return I need, perform as written and is salable at a high dollar if I want to sell it?" First, why carry back part of the sale price of my real ...
Views: 3528 - Stock Market Meltdown – Watching Rome Burn - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2008 from Steve SelengutBoth presidential candidates want to crucify SEC Chairman Cox for failing to control our creative financial institutions. But rumor has it that Congress specifically excluded the devilish derivatives from SEC purview. Let's fire the right bunch of "poips" for a change! Scary markets are brought ...
Views: 1865 - Improve Your Credit Score – 5 Myths Put To Rest - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2008 from Daniel LynchMost of us have a moment where we stop and wonder, “What can I do to improve my credit score?” It’s an excellent question, but it’s only half the issue. There are two parts to maintaining a good credit rating. They are the things you need to do and the things you should never do. Most consumers ...
Views: 616(2 votes) - Managing Money - The JARS System - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2008 from Stephen MartileRich people mange their money well. Poor people mismanage their money well. ~ Thomas Stanley, author of The Millionaire Next Door The first time I picked up T. Harv Eker’s ‘The Secret’s of the Millionaire Mind‘, I read the quote above and caught myself saying, “I ...
Views: 2395 - Why Bother With a Current Account? - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2008 from Liza MathersSome people still prefer the bed to the bank, although it is a fact of life that a bank account is a must for people who want to go on and own a home and have access to important personal finance tools such as a credit card. Current accounts are also a more secure way to conduct you financial ...
Views: 679 - 6 Costly Mistakes that Kill Your Credit Score - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2008 from Kristie TamseviciusIf there is one number that really affects your financial future, it’s your credit score. Having a good or bad credit score affects you on a number of levels. Whether you are buying a house or car, renting an apartment, or getting an insurance policy – your credit score helps you ...
Views: 800 - How To turn Money Worry Into Success - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2008 from Tracy PiercyThe some telling figures appeared in an article on Advisor.ca, an online newsletter to which I subscribe. At first, I thought it was simply showing support for the work I do as a financial educator and advisor. Yet, after pondering the statistics further, I realized there was a huge clue to ...
Views: 1072 - How To Avoid Pain At The Pump - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2008 from Ki GrayRising gas prices along with general increases in cost of living across the board are forcing many people to tighten their budgets and cut excess spending. In order to maintain a certain standard of living, people everywhere are looking for new ways to stretch their paychecks and make ends meet. ...
Views: 758 - Change We Can Believe In - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2008 from Andrew LawrenceBarack Obama is right. America needs change. Change we can believe in. Once upon a time, America was a great and kind nation, the modern day Promised Land, whose streets were paved with gold and whose coins were made of precious metals. Today, America's streets are paved with tar and its coins ...
Views: 1007 - The Current Economic Recession - Survivor's Guide - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2008 from Jim EastmanThe current economic recession is a threat to the well-being of countless Americans. In recent history, the government implemented some short-sighted policies which ultimately led to a US economic downturn. Although the current economic recession did not come immediately, but there were economic ...
Views: 1369 - What Will You Splurge On? - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2008 from Tracy Piercy“I paid too much for it, but it’s worth it.” – Samuel Goldwyn Who hasn’t felt that way about a purchase from time to time? When it comes to being in control of money and sticking to a pre-set spending plan, most people feel that splurging is a bad thing. However, according to Harvard Business ...
Views: 1159 - "Keeping It In The Family" With Family Limited Partnerships - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2008 from Robin DavisOne of the biggest goals of the affluent is to reduce estate taxes as much as possible when passing family assets to the next generation. As of 2007, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) allows every individual to pass two million dollars as an inheritance to be divided by their children or other ...
Views: 1002 - The A, B, C, Ds Of A Healthy Financial Plan - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2010 from Kathy Jo PollackCurious about what you need for a healthy financial plan? Read on and you will find out. First, have A plan that includes the following four areas: Budget Credit Debt Savings Budget: Start with a simple written plan (budget) of the monthly net income coming into ...
Views: 4941(18 votes) - Save Money And Find Cheap Vacations - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Gina ClarkTake a family vacation this summer. It doesn’t have to be expensive because there are many things you can do to find cheap vacations. Choose a destination closer to home. Avoid the hassle of airports and drive. Even with the price of gas at $143 a barrel, if your destination is not ...
Views: 861 - Structuring Your Evidence For Your Personal Injury Claim - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2008 from jonathan walkerSuffering an injury can be a stressful time in your life no matter what the circumstances are. If you have suffered an injury which was caused through no fault of your own, you may be entitled to compensation. When making a personal injury claim, there are always many things which you have to ...
Views: 724 - 5 Tips For Selection Of Scripts - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2008 from Gary ZivkovichTrading is an art of trade the stock randomly and get the profit from the stock trade. Select the trade by making the research and decide the stock for the trade. There are many ways to select the stocks. Here are the different strategy adopt by the traders: 1. Smart traders always select ...
Views: 721 - It's OK To Point And Say, "That's Here Because Of Me. - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Michael LosierI’ve just returned from an 8 day visit to Spain. “Yes”, I planted the seed to get there, and “Yes,” it was awesome (and fully paid for). The Spanish version of my book was released on January 22nd and I toured the country doing interviews. In two days I did 15 ...
Views: 1289 - Analogue TV's - End Of An Era? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from James ReddenHere in the UK, the switch to digital broadcasting is set to be completed by 2012. Theoretically, this should mean the end of the analogue television set but there are ways you can keep going. Before I talk about keeping your trusty TV set going, let's have a quick look at the switchover. What ...
Views: 734 - Your Cost Effective Financial Solution - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from amenda dorothySummary: Low rate personal loans are generally secured against the residential property of the borrower. These loans offer lower rate of interest and come with flexible repayment period. These loans are open for all purposes and the people with bad credit rating can also avail these loans. When ...
Views: 661 - Flexibility And Low Rate Bundled Together - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from amenda dorothySummary: Personal loans become the cheap loans when they are backed by the equity of residential property security. These loans offer the flexibility of spending pattern at a lower rate of interest. The most important factor while looking for a loan is to obtain a loan with utmost flexibility. ...
Views: 643 - Zombie Debt: How To Deal With Old Debt That Comes Back - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from Lisa PhillipsYou may have to kill old debts that resurrect and come back to life. Zombie debt may include past debts that you owe, charged-off debt, debt included in bankruptcy, debt you may have never owed and even debts incurred due to identity theft. Zombie debt involves collection agencies purchasing ...
Views: 1223 - How To Save Money On Food - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2008 from Gina ClarkWith the price of food climbing every time you go to the grocery store, it’s essential to find ways to save money on food. Here are some ideas to help you save money at the grocery store. Buy from local farmers markets. The produce is fresh, often organic, and considerably cheaper than ...
Views: 694 - 5 Tips To Make Your Online Banking Transaction Safe - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2008 from Gary ZivkovichBanking is more sensitive business than the other. The online banking makes it more sensitive because all the information and financial transactions take place online. Despite of SSL security and other security measures there are many frauds reported due to fault at the customer end by ...
Views: 865 - How To Save Money From Your Personal Finances - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Gina ClarkIt’s getting harder and harder to find ways to save money when prices continue going up. Here are some tips to help you save money from your personal finances. Save money on gas. Take public transportation or look for a carpool in your area. Walk or ride your bike if the destination is not too ...
Views: 766 - You Can't Function If You Are Broke And Stressed - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Lanky LevyToday's world is a scary place. Big businesses are closing their doors, banks are putting the squeeze on you, gas has never really been a polite word, but now it is positively hateful, food prices are soaring and worst of all, your income is shrinking..... For middle class America the ...
Views: 1289 - Stage Your Home For Top Resale Value - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Adrienne van DoorenBuilders: Stage Your Homes for Top Dollar Sales Why Bother to Stage a Home? 1. Studies show that money spent in updating and staging a home properly for resale is usually returned at least 3-fold in a higher sales price. Staged homes also sell faster, decreasing holding costs. 2. Empty ...
Views: 2961 - Small Business Accounting Firm: Carve an Grand Base for Your Upcoming Organization - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2008 from Alvis BrazmaA number of companies today are on the threshold towards becoming a successful enterprise. Mostly, the organizations understand the importance of accounts department in holding the key for corporate success. A growing business demands from you, a thorough knowledge of the financial facts as ...
Views: 631 - Quarterly Window Dressing - A Recurrent Wall Street Scam - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2008 from Steve Selengut"The time has come the walrus said, to talk of many things": Of corrections--portfolios--- and window dressing--- of market cycles--- wizards--- and reality. Quarterly portfolio window dressing is one of many immortal Jaberwock-like creatures that roam the granite canyons of the Manhattan ...
Views: 1904(1 vote) - Bookkeeping help: Outsource to retain your hard won success in the market - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2008 from Alvis BrazmaFinancial records are the backbone of any business organization. Speak to the head of any enterprise and you will know the importance of this asset in the growth of any organization. Maintenance of daily records is one of the important facets of any business to keep the track of their financial ...
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