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- Self Worth is More Than Net Worth - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Lucy TooThe most personal assets we own are our body and the fruit of our labor. This fruit typically takes the form of money and personal possessions. In our modern culture we measure if we are a valuable person by comparing what we earn and what we have to others. This comparison of self-worth is ...
Views: 951 - Free Up 10% to 15% Of Your Income - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2010 from Mike PetersonWould you be interested in freeing up 10% to 15% of your current income? Just imagine what you could do with this money. You could pay down your debts, increase your savings, or work toward that next important purchase that you have in mind. Wouldn’t it be exciting to actually have money left ...
Views: 1334(1 vote) - Are You in Danger of Becoming a Middle Class Bag Lady? - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Adriane BergYou see them everywhere. Maybe your aunt or even your mother is one. Women with middle and even upper bracket financial backgrounds are pinching pennies and depriving themselves in their golden years. Sometimes we find it comical, as when 78-year-old cousin Bessie brings a plastic bag to the ...
Views: 2706(1 vote) - Individual Investors Have the Edge - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Michael WeissWith the collapse of Bear Sterns, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and now Merrill Lynch and Lehman, trust in traditional investment firms has been shaken. A recent study shows investors shifting to small boutique financial asset management firms to minimize risk. "Out of every crisis, an opportunity ...
Views: 775 - You CANNOT make everyone rich... - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Larry PotterYi bu fen ren, qian fu qi lai. Translation: If you want the country to prosper, you must let a few people get rich at a time. You CANNOT make everyone rich or prosperous at the same time.. Deng Xiao Ping realized that prosperity and riches 'trickle down.' Some people get wealthy. They ...
Views: 1241 - Forex Trade Signals - Are They Any Good? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2009 from Christopher LeeForex trade signals are signals and flags given either by brokers, key investment platforms or even Forex based software, to the investor to tell him whether or not his investment strategy is sound, or if there are any changes he must make to his overall plan to either make a stronger profit or ...
Views: 794 - Accurate Forex Alerts - Fact or Fiction? - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2009 from Greg FrostForex alerts are what many investors use to determine the direction of their investment strategy and they can either be given by brokers or Forex systems programmes. This article will discuss the credibility of their claims, by investigating their root philosophy and the methods in which these ...
Views: 980 - Credit Crunch: Gain and No Pain for Homeowners - by Fact: Experts claim that despite the current house price downturn house prices will actually rise by as much as 25 per cent over the next five years.
Not surprisingly, given the bad publicity over falling house prices, many people are becoming concerned about the effect of a possible recession ...
Views: 1223 - Is There Free Money? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2009 from Keri SilkYou've probably received the emails or mailers. The lead headline tells you that the federal government is giving away millions and that you qualify. The adds usually go on to say that you can finance your business, remodel your house or pay off bills. All you have to do is contact the company ...
Views: 820(1 vote) - Recession Tips: Debt Continues To Soar Past Income - by A new study by the Vanier Institute of the Family shows that the average total debt load per Canadian household has increased to $90,700 across the country. That's up 71% since 1990, a time during which debt has grown at a rate of six times higher than income.
The study also urges families to ...
Views: 967 - Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2009 from Neal FrankleI know what you are thinking. You’ve lost so much in the stock market. If you’d only taken that money and paid off your mortgage! Is it too late? Should you bite the bullet? Sell off what you have left in your mutual funds and pay off the home loan? Of course the answer is very simple. ...
Views: 939 - Is Procrastination Stopping You from Attaining Financial Freedom? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2009 from Mercedes Oestermann van EssenProcrastination and worry are a curse that befall many of us. You may not even be aware that you have fallen into this trap because procrastination comes in many guises. I am a very pro-active person. If I told you that I used to procrastinate you would laugh at the idea, if you knew me. You ...
Views: 852 - A Formula for Success - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2009 from Biancia TateWhen one goes seeking employment, it is to seek money to meet their everyday needs. One of these needs includes their health care needs which, outside of their home and car is one of the most expensive needs they will have. Health insurance is also one of the most expensive products the ...
Views: 1088 - Financial Freedom: 10 Simple Truths About Money - by In response to the economic crisis, Cathy Curtis, a San Francisco Bay Area based Fee Only financial advisor has published a handy booklet entitled “10 Simple Truths About Money” to help her clients and the public focus on key money concepts that can keep them on track in these difficult times. ...
Views: 1272 - Winning Tips for Online Trading in Forex - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2009 from Christopher LeeOnline trading in Forex is a risky business, for the main reason that it has gained so much popularity that market psychology is fluctuating; making the market much more dynamic and all the more unpredictable that it normally is. On the other hand, it is also a great place that offers avenues ...
Views: 861 - The Top 3 Personal Finance Lessons from 2008 - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2009 from Manisha Thakor2008 was a year for the history books in so many ways. They say that those who do not remember history are doomed to repeat it. Here are three critical financial lessons to take away from 2008 • Lesson #1: CASH IS KING. Financial advisors have waxed poetically about the importance of ...
Views: 873 - The First Thing to Do if Bills are Past Due - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2009 from Brian NicolettiHale Dwoskin, Featured Teacher in "The Secret" and author of the New York Times best seller "The Sedona Method," reveals the first thing people must do if their bills are past due, their credit is extended beyond its limit or they are facing other financial woes. The most important financial ...
Views: 1054 - Financial Experts Share Secrets to Personal Money Management - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2009 from Brian NicolettiAmericans are becoming increasingly concerned with losing their retirement funds, investments, jobs, and even the roof over their heads. According to the American Psychological Association's 2007 Stress in America survey, money and work are two of the top sources of stress for almost 75 percent ...
Views: 715 - 4 Myths About Forex Day Trading - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2009 from Mark CrispMyth 1 Forex Day traders can not make a living day trading. This is completely FALSE! Many (not all) can learn to be a successful forex day trader. All you need is a solid set of rules, a plan, and discipline. The methods I teach are rock solid and proved to be successful over the long term ...
Views: 684 - Small Business Accounting - Some Important Facets to Be Looked Into - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2009 from Alvis BrazmaSmall Business organisations needs better and deep rooted foundations so that they can further escalate to newer heights. At the same time, it does not mean that the small business organisations do not need accounting services. Accounting is one important domain, which is needed for every the ...
Views: 921 - How to Get More Money - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2009 from Tim ThackerThe Law of Attraction is nothing more than hogwash--okay, I believe you. The bible tells us that money is the root of all evil--yeah, right. Money can't buy happiness--sure, whatever you say. The fact is that the Law of Attraction is real, and money can buy happiness. Having wealth can open ...
Views: 976 - Income Tax Rebate for 2008 - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWe all have to pay taxes, no matter how much and how hard it is for us to do; we all know the cycle has been going on for quite some time now, and that there is no stopping it. Wouldn’t it be nice if the government were to give us something in return for a change? Well the fact is that ...
Views: 651 - Five Minutes to Financial Freedom? It Can Be Done - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2009 from Mercedes Oestermann van EssenIf you are sceptical about bold claims like the above I don’t blame you. You are probably wondering how anyone can get themselves out of a financial mess which probably took many years to get into? Your scepticism is justified, but wrong. Let me explain: When you do not make headway with ...
Views: 991 - Become a Millionaire in a Bad Economy - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2009 from Justin LukasavigeFortunes are made (and lost) in a bad economy. Of course, they can also be made and lost in a good economy. I hear from families who are struggling every day who blame the economy. I however tend to see so many opportunities every day, it is sometimes overwhelming. I love small business, but ...
Views: 1120 - Your Credit Score: It's Important -- and Easier than Ever -- to Understand - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2009 from Brian NicolettiThe credit crunch that has crippled many Americans has yielded a partnership that offers hope and opportunity for consumers and small businesses. InCharge® Institute of America, Inc. (ICI) has teamed with ACCION USA to enhance existing personal finance workshops with BrightScore®, an online, ...
Views: 1088 - The Power of Compounding - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2009 from Galen WestonEinstein was always intrigued by the power of compounding. This post isn’t about Einstein, but a post about how simple outperforming a benchmark is. Consider this a case study in compounding, and we’re going to examine Berkshire Hathaway’s Book Value Growth relative to the ...
Views: 927 - Seven Habits of Highly Successful Traders - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2009 from Jared ErniThere is an unlimited amount of information in book and on the internet on how to be successful in the markets. Some information is good, and some is mediocre advice at best. One of the most inspiring books I have read is Steven Covey’s bestseller Seven Habits of Highly Effective People. ...
Views: 965 - Simple Tips to Boost Your Credit Score - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2014 from Kathy Jo PollackHopefully you have already checked your credit reports and are correcting any errors. (If you have not done this, read my previous article, Start Your New Year Right By Checking Your Credit Reports ). Make sure you monitor and follow through on any disputes. That is a good start. With a ...
Views: 2497(4 votes) - Non Profit Debt Consolidation - A Boon or Bane? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2009 from Jason HolmesThere are many debt consolidation companies claiming to make you debt free within a very short time span. Such slogans often appear on the “mission” list of many debt consolidation companies. These promises may or may not be authentic and you need to investigate the authenticity of ...
Views: 1049 - How to Sell Structured Settlements - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraStructured settlements do guarantee a steady flow of income, but they are given in “bits”, or periodic payments. For some that settled a case with this method, there does come a time when they need a lot of cash during some point of time, usually when the payment from the structured ...
Views: 1100 - Take Charge to Create a Healthy Financial Future - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2009 from Julie DonleyThe economy woes are having a huge impact on our most important asset: people. People are scared. Therapists are seeing an increase in patients as anxiety intensifies keeping people awake at night and interfering with their ability to focus and be productive. Fear is taking over what were ...
Views: 1490 - Who's in Charge, You or Your Money? (or Maybe the Kids?) - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Karen MonroyDoes it seem like every time you take two steps forward you wind up one step behind? Do you think you’re doing “fine” with money, but keep looking and looking for ways to cut back? More to the point: Do you control your money, or does your money control you? If ...
Views: 1477(10 votes) - Start Your New Year Right By Checking Your Credit Reports - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Kathy Jo PollackNo doubt, credit fuels our economy, and it also affects every area of our lives. Our credit rating, good or bad, can affect where we live, work, and our ability to get a loan or insurance. Do yourself a favor and make it your annual plan to check your credit reports from each of the three ...
Views: 2965(5 votes) - The Advantages of Day Trading - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraPutting our financial matters into the hands of someone else can cause us to worry. Once we’ve made our decision to entrust a particular individual or company with our financial well-being, thoughts like “I hope I made the right decision” or “can I really trust this wing ...
Views: 649 - New Year. New You. New Nest Egg. - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2009 from FSB AuthorsBuild a better nest egg with 6 easy, sound strategies for 2009. The stock market lost 38% in 2008, but if you lost more than 20%, your problem wasn't really the stock market, it was the design of your nest egg. Storms occur in markets, as they do in the real world, but your home shouldn't be ...
Views: 766 - Financial Freedom Requires Intensity - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2009 from Carla McNeilI have mentioned affirmations in other articles; my desire with this one is for you to understand their importance. "Affirmation without discipline is the beginning of delusion." - Jim Rohne With feelings and behaviors, awareness is the key to discovering why things happen and being able to ...
Views: 987 - The Benefits of Corporate Giving - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2008 from Louis FCS WrightFirst, it’s important to keep in mind that there are several different types of corporate giving or corporate philanthropy. You also opt to issue funds to other smaller companies in your community so that the two of you can accomplish local goals together (i.e. feeding the homeless, ...
Views: 885 - Home Business Taxes - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraAs we all know, the government of the place we live demands, rather asks us politely (who am I kidding) to pay taxes. As a review, there are taxes placed on almost everything with financial value, which includes our financial income. The amount in which we pay is dependent on the governing body ...
Views: 568 - Make Love with Your Money - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2008 from FSB AuthorsYou are a creator of our world. Your retirement dollars are invested in the corporations that define our existence. When you realize the power of your money and investments as tools to make you rich and to also enrich our world, you will start aligning yourself with other creative and motivated ...
Views: 688 - The Reason Personal Finances are Hard to Understand - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraEinstein's Theory of Relatively can be understood only by a few great minds located on different parts of the world. Personal finance, on the other hand, can be understood by plenty individuals everywhere – but that doesn't mean everybody. To date, there are still lot's of humans, like ...
Views: 567 - Tax Relief: Come and Get Some - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraEverything today is getting more and more expensive – I don't see that trend changing anytime soon. It's hard enough that we get on by putting up with the ridiculous prices stamped on the backs of household goods, now we have to put up with the ever rising taxes. Everyone I know and ...
Views: 552 - Money is My Friend - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2008 from Debbie FriedmanWith all the fear-mongering, angst, anxiety and chaos that’s been going on in the world economy and financial markets, it’s time for a new focus. Change is in the air and many can benefit by taking some different actions to create some different results. I’m going to ask you to take a really ...
Views: 823 - Making a Living Off Stocks - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraDoing things the easy way is the way that everybody wants things done. It applies to everything, like doing homework – the method that'll require you to exert minimal effort would be through the effort of somebody else (getting someone to do it for you). I'm not saying that it's the right ...
Views: 632 - Currency Online Trading for Beginners - Where to Start - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2008 from Christopher LeeCurrency trading is the in thing nowadays, especially when the bullish climate has turned into a jungle of misopportunities and bearish times. The credit crunch followed by a global technical recession means that investments have gone down and the market has the jitters - the vibrations of which ...
Views: 894 - Mankind and the Idol Money - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2010 from Paula Johnstone-WhitehawkThe World of Man is in a state of change and strife caused by the Worship of the Idol Mammon (meaning to weigh out)or Money and the cohorts that the Spirits of Greed (avarice, longing, desire), Spirits of Covetousness (fraud and plunder) and the Spirits of Gluttony (indulgence in excess) ...
Views: 1443 - Staying Cheerful with the Credit Crunch - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2008 from Ryan WegmanStaying Cheerful with the Credit Crunch Businesses and consumers alike can’t keep their lines of credit from shriveling up to nil with the belt tightening across all financial markets. However there are things to be done when the going gets tough. First rule of engagement get going it ...
Views: 1295 - Tips To Ensure a Successful Financial Independence Plan - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2008 from Stefanie BlackburnAlmost everyone strives to be financially independent and create a goal of sometime being debt free and being able to sustain themselves on investment income so that they no longer have to trade hours for dollars, but how many people have a plan that they follow to achieve this ...
Views: 933 - Mutual Funds: The Need To Know Basics - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraAlmost everybody has the ambition to get rich without lifting a finger – that's because there's plenty of us out there that are driven by laziness and greed. We like to find ways for having our cash work for us, or apply the Law of Leverage, which is to multiply our efforts through others. ...
Views: 618 - The Downside to Paying off Your Credit Cards - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2008 from Melinda Day-HarperThere couldn’t possibly be a downside to paying off your credit card accounts, could there? Only if you close the accounts! There couldn’t possibly be a downside to paying off your credit card accounts, could there? Only if you close the accounts! If you’ve participated in ...
Views: 1522 - How to pay bills on time - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2008 from Stefan TaylorThere are a variety of ways to pay bills, from the traditional method of sending out your payment by cheque or money order through the mail, to stopping at the lender's offices and making a payment in person, to using the internet or automatic payment options. The right method is simply the one ...
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