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- How A Balance Transfer Credit Card Can Help You - by Submitted on May 05, 2008 from Woody AlpernA balance transfer credit card can come in handy, especially if you're in debt. Individuals looking for credit guidance are becoming increasingly charmed by companies who are offering cards with low balance transfers and 0% APR rates. Generally speaking, anyone is eligible for a line of credit ...
Views: 2088 - Three Simple Steps To Empower Your Kids Financially - by Submitted on May 04, 2008 from Elisabeth DonatiYou may be thinking to yourself, “Is there something simple I can do to make sure my kids don’t move home after they move out?” In other words, make sure they grow up to be financially self-reliant. I’m here to tell you that 'Yes, there’s some relatively simple steps you can take to ensure that ...
Views: 965 - Does Cash Gifting Make Sense? - by Submitted on May 03, 2008 from Darrell PriceDoes Cash Gifting Work? Absolutely YES! Cash Gifting really does work! Thousands are cashing in by gifting to others and tens of thousands of dollars are coming back in return. So what is Cash Gifting? It's a concept of giving to others and has been in existence for many years. Cash Gifting ...
Views: 1178 - The Historical Evolution Of The U.S Monetary System - by Submitted on May 03, 2008 from Robert SmithA vital and central role has been played by monetary system of the United States, whether it is an age of debit and credit cards, or the tobacco and gold were used as some of the forms of money in the barter trade. Thus, the American experience of money has been very rich as it developed ...
Views: 993 - Forex News - How The Worlds News Effects Currencies - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Korbin NewlynEither you are simply starting in Forex or have a expertise in it, but it's very important you stay on top with all the Forex news happening in the industry. Staying intact with what happens around the world within your industry can be really addictive at times. Moreover with a globalized world ...
Views: 1124 - Book Review: The Millionaire Next Door - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Laura MonzoThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Financial Freedom. Many people have a goal of achieving financial freedom - to be free of debt and financial obligations and have the money and resources to follow their dreams. Nancy Ogilvie is the Official Guide to Financial ...
Views: 1206 - Definition: Financial Freedom - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Laura MonzoFinancial freedom describes a well-planned lifestyle where one no longer is required to work for income to cover their expenses. Contrary to popular belief, it does not require being free of debt, as a debt payment is just another expense. Typically, "Financial Freedom" can be attained in one of ...
Views: 2711 - Two Techniques To Solve Your Financial Problems - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Jo MarkCredit card debt is a double-edged sword. On the one hand it helps millions of people worldwide by providing convenience and giving them the chance to get a few little extras in life. On the other hand, there are millions of others who mis-use their credit cards and get into financial ...
Views: 958 - Garbage Truck Financing - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Chris FletcherGarbage trucks are essential for sanitation companies to transport wastes to recycling centers or to some other places. These trucks come in different configurations to suit various purposes. They are unique in nature and they can be used for limited purposes only. Due to their unique nature, ...
Views: 930 - No Win No Fee Culture Does Not Always Fit - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Jemma TiplingNo win no fee has been a wonderful breakthrough to offer justice to many people who could otherwise not afford legal representation. However it is also still a hugely risky proposition for both parties and the nature of the British legal system can often add to this. Britain has founded our ...
Views: 693 - What In The World Is Forex Training? - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Korbin NewlynForex trading is an abbreviation for Foreign Exchange Trading. At times, it is also known as "FX" however that particular nickname frequently gets people confused, because FX is also shorthand for "special effects". It is also the name of a cable channel. With the introduction of the Internet ...
Views: 968 - Managed Forex With Performance Records - Past Performance Is Not Indicative Of Future Results - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Korbin NewlynFor anybody that is intrigued with a highly liquid as well as highly profitable foreign exchange market, managed Forex with performance records is one option that you can take since although you do not need to educate yourself about terms, charts, indicators as well as other types of ...
Views: 1210 - Students Call For Better Loan Administration - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Jemma TiplingStruggling graduates are claiming that uncompetitive student loan arrangments have contributed to a flawed system that shortchanges students. Welsh students, represented by the National Union of Students in Wales, believe that they have overpaid loan repayments due to the pay-as-you-earn ...
Views: 741 - Loan Sharks Waiting For Those Who Fall Overboard With Loan Repayments - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Jemma TiplingDoorstep lenders and loan sharks are moving into the space vacated by Britain's high street banks, whose tightening or exemptive credit terms are leaving millions of people without access to mainstream finance. Debt campaigners have seen thousands of clients forced to borrow at extortionate ...
Views: 893 - How To Cut Down Your Pemiums In A High Risk Profession - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Jemma TiplingRecent surveys from insurance groups such as Endsleigh, have found that drivers who are involved in the medical profession are more accident-prone and therefore considered to be high-risk drivers. Doctors and surgeons, as well as accountants and life guards are also more likely to be involved in ...
Views: 942 - Bike Insurance 2-Police On Cyclists - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Jemma TiplingPolice are starting to crack down on motorcyclists who refuse to insure their machines. Kent Police are piloting a scheme to work with local communities to report un-insured bikers. Already the scheme has been a success with over 30 riders reprimanded for not having appropriate insurance. If the ...
Views: 804 - Buy-To-Let Landlords Cash In On Mortgage Shortfall - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2008 from Jemma TiplingIt is a great time to be a player in the buy-to-let market, what with the shortage of new housing and the increase in the population of the UK breaking the 70 million barrier by 2031, it would seem there is no end to the shortage of demand. The Government continues to expand higher education, ...
Views: 729 - Maximise Your Chances Of A Good Loan Deal - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2008 from Jemma TiplingIf you are applying for a loan, you can maximise you chances of getting the best loan deal by ensuring that you are in the best possible financial condition to lend money to. As lenders are getting warier of loaning money due to the increased risk of defaults, thanks to the biting credit ...
Views: 777 - Dump Truck Financing - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2008 from Chris FletcherDump trucks are one of the largest road vehicles and are obviously needed to carry dirt, debris etc from one place to another. They are essential for sanitation companies, landscape companies, construction businesses and so on. Since the dump trucks offer multiple functions, they are pricey. ...
Views: 1050 - Test Driving Advice - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2008 from Cheryl PetersenWhen considering buying a car, new or used, research is critical. Reliability, suitable gas mileage, and practicality are important considerations. After finding a car that seems appropriate, take it out for a test drive. Does the car rattle? How is the road noise? How well does the vehicle take ...
Views: 1086 - Reduce Debt And Get Your Life Back - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2008 from Jo MarkThe easy availability of credit has been a fantastic benefit to the world economies And, when used in moderation, it has been a tremendous help to individuals. But problems develop when debt is over-extended and becomes a burden. Being deep in debt can cause emotional as well as financial ...
Views: 1011 - Delivery Van Financing - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2008 from Chris FletcherDelivery fans facilitate several types of business operations. There are different configurations in delivery vans that cater to the various requirements of different types of business. Auto part stores, retails stores, food industry, courier companies etc are in tremendous need of delivery ...
Views: 1005 - Investing In The Stock Market - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2008 from natisha nelA 29 year old young marine engineer from India wants to invest in stocks. He has been advised to invest in stocks by another first timer who is 65 years of age in USA! After retirement, he has taken to investing in the stock market. A bored housewife monitors the trading regularly once her ...
Views: 1015 - Conducting Easy And Efficient Stock Research - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2008 from natisha nelEvery individual has different financial goals and reasons for investment in the stock exchange. Intelligent investing in the stock exchange can be done by conducting easy and efficient stock research. The secret to remain ‘in the trading ring’ is to understand how the market ...
Views: 909 - Making Money - It is All In Your Mind - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2008 from Ann MarosyMaking money is 90% thought and 10% know-how. When I work with clients, I find the first major hurdle to overcome is their belief system governing money. To change your financial position, the first thing you need to do is examine your attitude, beliefs and thoughts about money. It is only the ...
Views: 1169 - Commercial Vehicle Financing - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2008 from Chris FletcherCommercial vehicles precisely are all vehicles used for different sorts of commercial purposes. Any vehicle which exceeds a certain prescribed weight is considered to be a commercial vehicle. Therefore trucks, vans and buses used for business purposes are termed as commercial vehicles. The use ...
Views: 797 - Money & The Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2008 from Ann MarosyAs inhabitants of our beautiful planet, all we have to do is look around to see that abundance is our natural birthright. Nature is magnificently abundant; rich in colour, growth and expansion. There is no scarcity on this planet, except that which exists in our minds. The belief in scarcity ...
Views: 1122 - Zen And The Art Of Making Money - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2008 from Ann MarosyZen is the school of Buddhism noted for its emphasis on practice and experiential wisdom. Although Zen differs from basic Buddhism in subtle ways such as ZaZen and Koan meditations, the fundamentals of Buddhism as taught by the Buddha himself over 2,500 years ago is imperative to the philosophy ...
Views: 3444 - 31 Way My Family, Friends and I Save Money - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2008 from Marilyn Bohn1.When I get a raise I put the amount that actually shows up in my pay check (after taxes etc) in savings rather than in checking. 2.If I am writing a check I round up to the next ten and either put that in savings or let it build in my checking account. (IE: If the item was $45.79 I would ...
Views: 937 - Boom Truck Financing - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2008 from Chris FletcherBoom trucks are specialty vehicles which offer matchless services for a number of special operations. They can be used in tree trimming services, loading and unloading heavy products and also for transporting. They are designed specially to offer capacity, mobility and versatility. In short, ...
Views: 1361 - Frugality - Three Quick Lessons - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2008 from Steve GillmanWhat is frugality? The dictionary definition of frugal: "Practicing or marked by economy, as in the expenditure of money or the use of material resources." People think of it as simply being "cheap," in the fashion of Ebeneezer Scrooge. I see it as the practice of getting the most for one's ...
Views: 729 - Auto Loan - Tips To Get The Best Deal - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2008 from Jerry LeungYou have finally decided to buy a new car. For most people, it will be quite difficult to purchase a vehicle without seeking for a auto loan. However, there are just too many possibilities and options when your auto loan is concerned. And You will probably want to find the best deal for the ...
Views: 1034 - Ambulance Financing - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Chris FletcherAmbulance financing has become a need of the day considering the escalating need for ambulances in the healthcare industry. Getting financial help to acquire an ambulance needs to be within the operational budget of the hospital or the health care institute. Therefore it is necessary to seek a ...
Views: 890 - Saving Money For That Flat Screen TV - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2008 from Jo MarkSo you’ve been looking at that huge flat screen TV, but it doesn’t fit into your budget. And unfortunately, your credit cards are maxxed out. It looks like the flat screen is another item to add to that growing wish list that will never happen. But it doesn’t have to be that way. With careful ...
Views: 974 - Personal Finances - Six Steps To Take Now - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2008 from Steve GillmanYou have probably read enough tips on personal finances, and maybe you are still in debt and without a plan for the future. Well, here is simple six-step plan to get you going in the right direction. Of course, like the other tips you have heard, it will only help if you actually use it. 1. ...
Views: 676 - Don't Risk Losing Everything! You Must Read This! - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2008 from Rosie JonesBeing someone who is interested in the 'science of money' I hate to see it squandered, lost, not growing exponentially or wasted. I had read a post saying how a thief had been using a posters credit card and buying bits and pieces with it and also using her email address! She was surprised that ...
Views: 809 - Automotive Repair Equipment Financing - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2008 from Chris FletcherThe very competitive automotive repair industry depends highly on sophisticated equipment which is very expensive. Automotive repair equipments like hydraulic lifts, alignment equipment etc play a vital role in the business operations of this industry. Although expensive, they are indispensable ...
Views: 874 - Start Living Debt Free, Where Do I Start? - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from D McMahanMany of us as consumers look into becoming debt free only after we are in over our heads and drowning in debt. Most of us may think someday there will be a “magical” lump sum of money we may receive at some point in our life and then we can pay off all of our bills and debts. Unfortunately, for ...
Views: 778 - Be Plastic Smart: How To Save Money On Your Credit Cards - by We Americans love our plastic. The average American has four credit cards, combined to provide access to about $19,000 in credit. We use them for everything from buying groceries to paying our utility bills to fulfilling our church pledges.
And all that credit can really cost us: Credit card ...
Views: 731 - Diagnostic Equipment Financing - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Chris FletcherModern automobile industry relies mainly on sophisticated diagnostic equipment. The computer diagnostic systems help in many of the repair functions. There are a number of diagnostic equipments in the market help in compiling a detailed report of vehicles including areas that call for repair. ...
Views: 966 - Automotive Tool Financing - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Chris FletcherToday, the mechanical industry relies mostly on sophisticated automotive and diagnostic equipments. Alignment machines, computer diagnostic stations etc are indispensable in repairing machines. Since these repair facilities are high-priced, automotive and diagnostic equipment financing has ...
Views: 904 - General Equipment Financing - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Chris FletcherThere are some types of equipment that do not fall into any of the categories like agricultural equipment, automobile equipment and so on. Such equipments are categorized in the common heading General. General equipments help you improve your business or expand your business. However some of ...
Views: 812 - Food Service Equipment Financing - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2008 from Chris FletcherFood service equipment financing is often needed for a company cafeteria or for a 5star restaurant. The need for financing food service equipment may be varied according to the situation and requirements. The food service equipment has great impact on customer perception and so any outdated ...
Views: 823 - 7 Tips To Slashing Expenses And Improving Your Family Finances - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2008 from Jo MarkSpending, as a percentage of personal income has increased substantially over the past fifty years. I fact, most people spend about 10% more than they earn, regardless of how much their income is. Because of this excess spending, levels of credit card debt have also increased. For these reasons, ...
Views: 1262 - Five Strategies To Increase Your Income - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2008 from William R. PattersonMany people, including high-wage earners, are struggling financially and living paycheck-to-paycheck. Here are five simple Baron strategies that will help you increase your income and savings. 1. Find a coach or mentor and expand your network. One of the quickest ways to increase your income is ...
Views: 2108 - Mend Your Money Mistakes - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2008 from Tracy PiercyDon't tell me you haven't made any money mistakes - better yet, don't tell yourself you haven't made any money mistakes. Everyone makes them and I don't mean just the big ones - on a day-to-day basis, we are all guilty of making money decisions that are not supportive of our bigger vision for ...
Views: 813 - Retail And C-Store Equipment Financing - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2008 from Chris FletcherRetail and C store equipment includes computerized cash registers, scanners, store fixture and so on. Though there is variety of retail and C-store equipment, they need to serve the same purpose- satisfying the customers. Servicing the customers is the main aim of any business so as in retail ...
Views: 908 - Are You Overpaying Your Withholding Taxes? - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2008 from Yvonne FinnEach year Canadians make an interest-free loan to Canada Custom and Revenue Agency (CCRA) of about 12 Billion dollars! Are you one of them? Chances are that you if you file an Income Tax return and receive a refund – then you are. CCRA collects about $100 billion plus each year through the ...
Views: 1188 - Church Financing Factsheet - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2008 from John BerardinoNearly all Churches necessitate the need of a commercial real estate financing. The financial sources for real and substantial estate includes: Regional banks, Private investors, Insurance companies, Saving and Loan institutions and Mortgage banking firms. First let’s touch on the ...
Views: 826 - Your Guide To Selecting The Right Student Credit Cards - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2008 from Woody AlpernWhen your child goes off to college, many financial decisions must be made, but one consideration that is frequently forgotten is applying for student credit cards. The topic of selecting the best student credit card for your college bound child is one that is often overlooked - and many parents ...
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