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The Six Most Important Things to Know When Investing Your Hard Earned Dollars - Janet Tyler Johnson- Methods on How to Attain Membership of a Company - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2010 from Joshua NyamacheThere is a misconception about attainment of membership of any company [Co] and who a member is. Are you also in this situation? Majority of people perceive that a person who holds the shares is a member. But this is not hundred percent true because a person may be a holder of shares but she is not ...
Views: 2You must read the article to rate it. - Dateline: Los Angeles May 15, 2030 - U.S. Government Cancelled - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockBy a narrow margin, both houses of congress agreed to cancel the Government of the United States. After years of struggle, President Polin has finally fulfilled her mother's dream; the total end of government control. On the streets of L.A. can be heard the celebratory exclamations this morning: ...
Views: 3You must read the article to rate it. - Investing to Retire Early - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Ricky DPreparing for your retirement is a task that should never be ignored. While most people would like to "deal with it later", saving early for this soon-to-be stage of your life can make a huge difference in the future, particularly if you desire to quit your job and enjoy life sooner. ...
Views: 11(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Tips for Negotiating Your Commercial Property Deal - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from David LindahlSuccessful negotiation skills are an art form and must be mastered for you to achieve your investment goals. People who put negotiations on the back burner thinking that they’ll get by or they’ll let someone else handle the deal will often find that they end up with a whole load of work without ...
Views: 12(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Apartment Buildings are an Investor’s Dream - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from David LindahlMillion dollar dreams are only an illusion without the proper vehicle to attain it. If you’re a serious investor looking for a way to obtain more wealth without the hassle and risk of building your financial empire one house at a time, then apartment building investments are just the thing ...
Views: 12(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - 6 Ways to Generate Commercial Property Deals - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from David LindahlLead generation is a foundational activity of your commercial real estate business. Without it, you’ll fail before you even begin. Many people don’t think they have the time or the energy to find deals. I don’t care how busy people tell me they are. My response is always the same – if ...
Views: 14(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - How to Compare Mutual Funds - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Michael HayesRisks, costs, and returns are three major factors that affect your mutual fund. When you compare mutual funds, these are the core factors you will be evaluating. Risk and return measurements can indicate how well (or how poorly) a fund will perform. Before you start comparing funds, there are a ...
Views: 3You must read the article to rate it. - ***5 Retirement Planning Blunders - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Bill LoseyRetiring from ones job can be a stressful time but it doesn’t have to be. Realize that it’s natural to be nervous, anxious and/or confused when you’re going through a major life change. Your decision to retire is causing you to step outside your comfort zone and is forcing you to make many ...
Views: 22(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Are you An Ignorant Member of A Joint stock Company? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Joshua NyamacheIt seems like every time you turn your head while in your populated town or city all you read is the word company [Co] labeled on the buildings, cars and posters. Have you ever thought how they are managed? If you are a member of any Co, you should possess full information about it. So, in this ...
Views: 8(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 10 Different Ways to Diversify Your Mutual Funds - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Michael HayesWhen you decide to invest in mutual funds or anything else, diversification is the best way to protect your investment. This is one reason why mutual funds are so popular. Mutual funds are an easy, inexpensive way to diversify your investments. However, most mutual fund investors don't diversify ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - The Real cost of Owning an Investment Rental Property - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2010 from lane LarryThe Real Cost Of Owning an Investment Rental Property By Larry Lane for InvestorZoo.com You’ve come across a can’t miss opportunity to pick up a distressed property. You think this is a great opportunity to turn it into a rental unit to cash in on someone else paying your mortgage. Before ...
Views: 25(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Are Mutual Funds or Stocks Better - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2010 from Andrea TravillianTo hit the gym, to do an at home program, to hit the wild out doors or to do a combination of all of them, that is the question. When deciding where to workout the choices can be endless. For some there is no question as to which one is right, but if you are like me all of them can work but ...
Views: 8You must read the article to rate it. - The Power of Property - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2010 from Eugene Yiga“When a man tells you that he got rich through hard work, ask him: ‘Whose?’”- Don Marquis Isn’t the property market absolutely amazing right now? No, I’m not being sarcastic nor was this written years ago. With so many bargains around (and interest rates finally coming down), now is ...
Views: 13(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Investing with the Pros: Part Three of Three - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2010 from Eugene Yiga“If fifty million people say a foolish thing, it is still a foolish thing.” – Anatole France 6. Holding Steady Jeremy Siegel, author of the acclaimed Stocks for the Long Run, advises patience again and again. Be willing to hold share steadfastly for many years or indefinitely as long as ...
Views: 11(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Investing with the Pros: Part Two of Three - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2010 from Eugene Yiga“An economist is an expert who will know tomorrow why the things he predicted yesterday didn’t happen today.” – Laurence J. Peter 4. Timing and Price When to purchase is crucial because good companies aren’t always good shares. Don’t buy during an IPO or bull market peak. From a ...
Views: 13(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Investing with the Pros: Part One of Three - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2010 from Eugene YigaSo, you think you can invest? Hopefully after reading this series and taking the advice of some of the financial world’s greatest minds, you’ll be a success too. “Free advice is worth the price.” – Robert Half 1. Planning The first thing to do is to put aside a fixed amount of ...
Views: 13(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Pay Yourself First - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2010 from Eugene Yiga“If thou wilt make a man happy, add not unto his riches but take away from his desires.” – Epicurus I’m sure you’ve heard how important it is to pay yourself first. But do you? Are you making provision for the future in order to achieve your personal goals? If not, it’s probably time ...
Views: 13(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Ready, Steady, Invest! - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2010 from Eugene Yiga“To send the common people to war untrained is to throw them away.” – Confucius With the economy in such a state, it’s hard to know who to listen to, especially when it comes to something as important as managing your money. And yet now seems like the perfect time to take advantage of so ...
Views: 13(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - 9 Fatal Mistakes in Trading - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Dennis VydrinBelow a list of nine grave mistakes in trading is presented. Avoid each of the given situations as they may dampen your financial aims and expectations. Trading with money you may not afford to lose One of severe obstacles for your successful trading is using money you cannot afford to waste, ...
Views: 24(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Pros and Cons of Using Your Own Money When Buying Foreclosures - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2010 from David LindahlFinancing plays a vital role in real estate investing -- and this includes buying foreclosed homes. While it's practically a mantra to "use other people's money," keep in mind different investments will usually require a different strategy. A financing option that worked wonders in one real estate ...
Views: 29(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - The Dawning of Depression - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockIf we at least had enough to live on and make expenses, that would be enough. And enough to pay off the house, which isn't worth much anymore. Oh, and maybe provide for our healthcare, which is going to get very expensive in the very near future, and we better pay it or they will take our house! ...
Views: 23(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Share Trading and The Power of Monthly Dividends - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2010 from Dingane .While you have most likely read about stocks that pay dividends each quarter, do you realize that you can find many stocks that pay their dividents month to month? While most income investors consider investing for dividends, they normally look at secure, steady corporations like McDonald's(MCD), ...
Views: 15You must read the article to rate it. - Money Markets, Banker's Acceptance, Treasury Bills...Oh My! - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Sally FontaineMoney Markets Account Interest Putting money into a money market savings account is very much like putting it into a savings account. The process is similar. The investor opens a money market account at the bank, the bank pays interest based on the deposits that gets put into the account, ...
Views: 19You must read the article to rate it. - You can Learn to Invest in Four Easy Steps - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Andrea TravillianWhen you are new to investing all the terminology can seem overwhelming. Just looking at stocks alone you immediately encounter terms like domestic stock, international stock, large cap, growth stock, and emerging markets. It is enough for you to run screaming. Please don’t do that, taking the ...
Views: 20(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - ***Your Retirement Portfolio: The Potential Of The BRIC Nations - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Bill LoseyBrazil. Russia. India. China. These four nations have some of the fastest-growing economies on earth and are becoming drivers in the world economy. In the coming decades, they may command as much attention as the U.S., Japan and other “heavy hitters” … or more. The future aside, we know ...
Views: 54(9 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Trader`s Fears and Ways to Overcome Them - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2010 from Dennis VydrinHow do you feel tonight? Are you happy? Upset? Calm? Have you ever questioned yourself how your daily emotions may affect Forex trading? Definitely, this issue is worth considering in details. Evidently, the essential aspect of successful trading is a well designed trading strategy accompanied by ...
Views: 26(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - The Affects Of Economic Downturn - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2010 from Tajinder TalwarAll of you are pretty much aware of the fact that the people living across UK prefer to own their private homes, by taking homeowner loans and many of them also go for mortgages. At this point of time, hundreds of cases are coming up, in which people come with their financial problems, due to which ...
Views: 18You must read the article to rate it. - Build Wealth Quickly - 3 Simple Asset Allocation, Wealth-Building Strategies - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2010 from Keeks CunninghamIf you are wondering how to build wealth, then this article will give you a good overview of the 3 typical ways you can build wealth quickly. These aren't difficult to understand and others have made their millions by excelling at one of these choices. Who doesn't dream of marching into their ...
Views: 46(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - How to Increase Your Credit Score in Five Simple Steps - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Daryn BabcockThe lending rules from banks and other institutions have become very strict recently, and applying for credit is not as easy as it used to be. In this day and age of the credit crunch, global recession, loss of jobs and financial hardship, it is best to have a good credit score. Increasing your ...
Views: 24(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Profit at Purchase and Have a Happy New Year - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2010 from Heidi PollardIf you haven't given yourself a New Year's resolution yet, here's one for you....get in early and take advantage of the new property cycle. Buy the right property, in the right location and most importantly, for the right price and you could do very well in the long term. Here's three great ...
Views: 25(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Building Business Credit - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from N K SinghSo you want to build your business credit? In today's economy, many companies are going under and filing for bankruptcy, making it very hard for even the most honest business to acquire a loan or other type of credit. However, even if you just run a small business, it is possible to build business ...
Views: 23You must read the article to rate it. - It Does not Matter When You Invest - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2010 from Andrea TravillianInvesting can be difficult to understand because there are many moving pieces and lots of controversy in what works best. Just when you begin to think that you understand enough of the basics to begin investing you discover that there is even controversy in when to make your investments. Do the ...
Views: 38(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - 2010 – In Like A Lamb, Out Like A Lion? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2010 from John Paul WhitefootGlorious spring is still two long months away, but March’s adage “in like a lamb, out like a lion” (or the reverse) might just be a predictor for 2010 if recent surveys are to be believed. According to a new survey, financial executives are bullish about the coming economic recovery and ...
Views: 40(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - ***The Power of Financial Coaching - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2010 from Janet Tyler JohnsonWe all know that the best of the best in any industry hire coaches. And the most financially successful have financial advisors. But bring these two disciplines together and magic happens! Financial coaches help you align your values and your money to bring about true fulfillment in your ...
Views: 39(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Forget New Year's Resolutions and Vow to 'Get Real!' - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2010 from Renee E CabourneWas ringing in the New Year something special for you this year? Did any resolutions resonate with you? I sat down the Monday before New Year's Day to ponder what I wanted out of 2010. With that in mind, I tried to come up resolutions for this year and realized I couldn't because the whole ...
Views: 29(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - The Real Purpose of an E-Fund - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2010 from Renee E CabourneWhen I teach my personal finance or investment classes, stories are the medium to drive the lesson into those hard-headed students of mine. I’ll make up names to protect the innocent and share as many personal stories as possible to bring the reality of a given situation into focus. So today, you ...
Views: 33(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Living your dream is your choice! - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2010 from Renee E Cabourne2009 had two significant events that nearly derailed me—I lost my beautiful and inspirational mother to cancer, and had a terrible car accident that left me quite injured. At one point, I questioned everything. Was I successful? Was I truly making a contribution to my clients and my community? If ...
Views: 33(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - 20 Sources of Passive Income, Part 2 - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2010 from Perry JonesThe first item we will discuss in this second part of How To Get Rich III, 20 Sources of Passive Income is Private Lending. 11. Private Lending - Private lending has been around since people have been around. Essentially private lending is nothing more than lending out some of your excess cash ...
Views: 28You must read the article to rate it. - 20 Sources of Passive Income, Part 1 - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2010 from Perry JonesCash is king! This aphorism from real estate investing perfectly describes the little known method the rich actually use to accumulate millions of dollars. This report reveals 20 sources of passive income. Put any or all of these sources into place and sit back and watch the dollars roll on with ...
Views: 25You must read the article to rate it. - ***Rebalancing - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Janet Tyler JohnsonAfter all the ups and downs in the market over the last couple of years, it's important that you review your investment accounts to make sure you are not taking more risk than you should be. We've seen dramatic growth in international and emerging market stocks and stock funds. If you hold ...
Views: 58(7 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - ***Your Stock Market Correction Protection Plan - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Bill LoseyQuestion: This stock market is nuts! How am I supposed to protect my IRA and 401k from losing money when I’ve only got three years until I retire? Bonnie, Ohio Answer: A few years before retiring, if possible, you should begin to accumulate an amount of money that's equivalent to 2-5 years ...
Views: 44(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Penny Stocks That Outwit Houdini - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2010 from John Paul WhitefootThe current economy continues to be more than a little bewildering. While economic indicators suggest the gears of recovery are slowly grinding, there are some top economists who believe the country’s financial crisis is far from over. Looking back, 2009 was a great year for penny stock ...
Views: 28You must read the article to rate it. - Realestate Guide: Find Out How to Invest Property! - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Jason Morrison5 tips and tricks to make it big with real estate investing. How to invest property is a great way to make extra money (that is if you do it correct). Moreover, real estate investing is also a lot of fun. Many people practice on how to invest property as their main profession and, in fact, make ...
Views: 31You must read the article to rate it. - Futures Options Trading - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2010 from David RiveraI want to go over a common concern with futures options trading. I only recommend and teach selling options if you are covering them by buying options. Sold options that are not covered are called “naked options”. That means that if there is a move against you, and you did not also buy options, ...
Views: 30(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Wealth and Success: Your Individual Path There - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Emily Erickson-SandstromWealth and Success: Your Individual Path There Be very aware that making wealth and keeping wealth are not the same thing. People who are successes are doing both. This is like the difference between marrying Mr. Right, and marrying Mr. Right with the right relationship for you. Half a loaf is ...
Views: 54(7 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Bullish Penny Stock Investing in 2010 - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from John Paul WhitefootWhere I live there’s a huge empty lot that while cleared for construction, never amounted to anything. There’s a flashy sign on the lot too, “New Auto Mall Coming in Spring 2009”. In 2007 the idea of a consolidated auto mall in the area seemed like a good idea. Not so now. The empty ...
Views: 41You must read the article to rate it. - Cash Flow From Holding A Stock - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Shaun RosenbergDid you know that you could get cash flow simply buy holding a stock? It’s true; in fact there are a few ways which investors can make a decent income from the stock market by simply buying and holding stocks. These are. 1. Dividends Of course when you own a stock that is paying off a ...
Views: 43(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Introduction to Real Estate Section 1031: The Basics of Tax Deferred Exchanges - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2010 from Dr. Howard HallerSection 1031: The Basics of Tax Deferred Exchanges Intro: Did you know you can exchange appreciated real property for another piece of real estate and pay no current income taxes? A Section 1031 Exchange enables the entire increased value to be tax–deferred. Property owners can defer ...
Views: 145(21 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - The Money Making Advantages of Real Estate Investing in Commercial or Multi-Unit Investments - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2010 from Dr. Howard HallerHow does a real estate investor build massive passive cash flow, spread their investment risks, effectively use the important tool of leverage, and build substantial equity? Investing in commercial or multi-unit properties is the secret that wealthy real estate investors have found to ...
Views: 145(21 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Futures Options Pricing - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2010 from David RiveraMany traders who understand futures trading have a hard time understanding futures options. This is because the pricing of the options is sometimes different for the futures option contracts compared to the futures contracts. For example, the 30 year t-bond futures contract has 32 ticks for each ...
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