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- Over 10 Ways to Get Money for Investing—Even When You Don’t Have Any Money - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Chris WechnerHave you realized that NOW is a GREAT time to invest in real estate, but you just don’t have the money to do it? Here are several ways you can generate cash for your next investment to make sure you can cash on the great opportunity that this market is providing. One big Detroit Area ...
Views: 1128(6 votes) - Principles of CFD Trading - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Dennis VydrinDifferent currency pairs available for trading in Forex currency market represent some kind of a prototype of a contract for difference. Indeed, currency market includes all the necessary components such as a pair of instruments, difference between Bid and Ask price (spread), marginal leverage, ...
Views: 1743(6 votes) - Tax Deed Sales are Really Rock-bottom Bargains - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2010 from Harry Connor JrDid you know that tax deed sales run the gamut of rock-bottom real estate bargains? With raw undeveloped land, agricultural and residential land, all the way up to condos and expensive homes, going up before a public auction, the bargains just keep coming. Tax deed sales are not bank ...
Views: 1199(13 votes) - Comparing Annuities For Investment Purposes - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2010 from Lisa CintronMost people shopping for an annuity are looking for a way to save for a child's college fund, or for a future retirement. Annuities are either deferred or immediate. Immediate annuities require a lump sum investment and start paying out on the following month, while a deferred annuity requires a ...
Views: 1577(7 votes) - Is It Time to Buy Real Estate? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Robert AffolterMany people ask me if I think the real estate market has bottomed out. I don't know. However, for a lot of people, now is the time to buy. Look at the numbers. Every situation is different. My mother is a great example. She was renting a 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo for about $1300 per month. In ...
Views: 2027(7 votes) - 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: 1490(40 votes) - Do Your Homework with Commercial Real Estate- Part Three - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2009 from David LindahlAny real estate investment deal worth doing should be able to withstand a little due diligence, and commercial properties are an excellent example of this. As first introduced in previous articles, examples of due diligence you’ll want to perform for your pending deals include: ·Property ...
Views: 1499(24 votes) - Earn More Interest on Your Money Through Real Estate - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Terence S YoungWhen investing your money, you want the greatest return on your investment. But in this dismal economy, investing is risky. If you don’t lose your money, you are not likely to get any type of return. But there is an answer---secure your money with real estate. Even that idea may seem insane with ...
Views: 1121(8 votes) - Pay Yourself First - by Submitted on Dec 05, 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 you ...
Views: 1839(8 votes) - Do Your Homework with Commercial Real Estate- Part Two - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2009 from David LindahlAny real estate investment deal worth doing should be able to withstand a little due diligence, and commercial properties are an excellent example of this. As first introduced in previous articles, examples of due diligence you’ll want to perform for your pending deals include: ·Property ...
Views: 1524(27 votes) - 5 Stages of a Trade - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2009 from Dennis VydrinIn order to comprehend the specifics of trading each separate trade may be divided into 5 stages. In other words, you should instinctively divide each trade into 5 different phases requiring different attitude. Three of them are intellectual in nature and two of them are intuitive. Let us take a ...
Views: 2072(10 votes) - 7 Things to Do When You Meet Someone - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2009 from Chris WechnerDo You Like Wasting Your Time Meeting People? How often do you hear people say, "It's not WHAT you know but WHO you know?" Most always, people want to know the right people but do not do the right things when they meet people. It only takes a little effort and consideration. Follow a ...
Views: 1328(21 votes) - 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 ...
Views: 1210(42 votes) - 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: 1244(43 votes) - The Four "One's" That Can Make You Rich - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Victor ChanIt is better to teach you to fish than to give you a fish everyday. A great instructional writing does not just teach individual methods, but also the principles behind them, with which you make the methods you own. There are not many books which discuss the essential principles to good ...
Views: 2089(25 votes) - Evaluating Profitability of REO Investment Properties - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2009 from David LindahlIn a previous article, I pointed out that coming up with the funding to support commercial real estate purchases may be both intimidating and even prohibitive for many real estate investors. If this scenario rings true for you, then you might consider something a little more basic to help ...
Views: 1687(21 votes) - The Viewpoints of Roy Longstreet - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2011 from Victor ChanViewpoints of a Commodity Trader is a little known book written by futures trader Roy Longstreet. It is a good book in the sense that it contains a lot of wisdom on the psychological aspect of trading. However, the content was put together in a casual manner which might be perceived as ...
Views: 3027(26 votes) - 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 you ...
Views: 1592(28 votes) - Do Covered Calls Limit Your Profits? - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergWriting covered calls is a very popular strategy in the stock market. And it can be both a great cash flow producer and a not so great means of missing a profit. When you sell a call on a stock you already own what you are doing is giving someone else the right to buy a given stock at a ...
Views: 1156(2 votes) - The advantages of buying a house during monsoon - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2019 from Harpreet Singh NagiWhen you talk about the perfect time to buy a property, most people would say that the summer season is the most ideal time for it. While the idea of buying a property during summers may have some merits, but it is probably not the best time to buy a property from a financial standpoint. The ...
Views: 709(2 votes) - "Jim Dandy To The Rescue"--- Of The Economy - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2009 from Steve SelengutMore than fifty years ago, LaVern Baker & The Gliders, brought Jim Dandy into the fray to lasso runaway horses, dry the tears in little girls' eyes, and to save special mermaids from the hooks of villainous fishermen. (Black Oak Arkansas' rendition on You Tube will help you understand what your ...
Views: 1789(1 vote) - ***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: 1407(1 vote) - ***How Do You Spell Correction? (August, 2007) - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Steve SelengutDuring every correction, I encourage investors to avoid the destructive inertia that results from trying to determine: "How low can we go?" and/or "How long will this last?" Investors who add to their portfolios during downturns invariably experience higher values during the next advance. Yes, ...
Views: 1753(1 vote) - ***Investment Grade Value Stocks (IGVS) Bargain Stock Monitor - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Steve SelengutThe Bargain Stock Monitor is one of three market statistics used as performance expectation analyzers for Market Cycle Investment Management "Model Portfolios". It is derived from the Month End Value Stock Watchlist screening program which identifies Investment Grade Value Stocks trading at ...
Views: 2319(1 vote) - ***Retirement & Your Asset Allocation - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Bill LoseyQuestion: I’m getting closer to retiring and everything I read says I should get more defensive in my portfolio. Does this make sense for me? Answer: It depends. How is your portfolio allocated now? Do you own mostly stocks or do you have a lot of money in bonds and CDs? What’s your ...
Views: 1470(4 votes) - 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 ...
Views: 844(4 votes) - 12 End-Of-Year Personal Finance Must Do's - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerWith the end of the year looming, there are many tasks that must be completed before this impending deadline. There are even a few perks that might help to ease the transition into the new year. While I am by no means an accountant, financial planner or lawyer, I have come up with a list ...
Views: 1583(2 votes) - 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: 1521(2 votes) - 3 Essential Wealth-Building Concepts They Don’t Teach In School - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2011 from Brad WajnmanBy the time the average student graduates from high school, he will have invested around 15,000 hours in learning about a wide variety of subjects, which are considered necessary in order to be successful in life. Many go on to college where they’ll spend another 2,000 or so hours studying a ...
Views: 2746(2 votes) - 3 Reasons Why You Should Invest In A Subliminal CD - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Have you stumbled upon websites that offer subliminal CDs that contain audio files used to send subliminal messages to help you with your goals? You may be wondering whether these CDs are worth buying. Are they really effective? And even so, ...
Views: 2188(1 vote) - 5 Tips for Real Estate Investing - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2010 from Lisa Moren BrommaWelcome to 2010. Experts expect this to be the year of the real estate investor, especially in Commercial real estate where big hits are due to get even bigger. So what is your investment strategy this year? Here are my top 5 basic real estate tips if you are planning are dipping your toes in ...
Views: 1429(1 vote) - 8 Penny Stocks to Avoid - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2012 from Peter LeedsThere are many good penny stock investments available, which could turn a small amount of capital into a small fortune very quickly. However, to discover these you need to know what to look for and what to avoid. When searching for that one big payoff, steer clear of the following examples. ...
Views: 1742(2 votes) - A Finance Advisor Can Develop an Investment Portfolio - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Jennifer NoblesA financial advisor will be well qualified to give sound advice on investments. This article describes the many advantages of working with an advisor as a way to grow in one’s investment portfolio. If you’re still finding your way in the big world of investments and savings, then you will ...
Views: 686(2 votes) - Advice you can bank on - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Richard BurtonThe selection of an Investment Bank for saving the money is a critical decision. There are lots of Investment banks in Middle East to choose from, and when choosing one, there are numerous things one should consider before making final decision. There are both foreign and local banks in Middle ...
Views: 775(2 votes) - Affordability – The Driving Factor of Thane Real Estate Market - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2016 from Reshma ShettyThane real estate market is seeing demand from home buyers and investors. The city is seeing rapid developments in infrastructure and this is actually making a huge impact on the realty segment. The city is well connected with roads such as Mumbai-Bangalore, Mumbai-Agra and Mumbai-Ahmedabad. The ...
Views: 657(2 votes) - All-or-Nothing is Never the Right Move - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Robert SchmanskyI have a difficult time forecasting my preference for meals. At times (many times), it’s pizza; other times, it’s something a little healthier. This indecision about what I’ll want tomorrow causes me to not stock up on much, and I rarely shop too far out. Just as what you may want for dinner ...
Views: 1082(1 vote) - Applying For Investment Loans For Real Estate - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2011 from Claud PearceOne of the good methods for individuals to increase cash flow that gives many profitable investment options is investing in real estate properties. It paves the way to having a secure financial future. Real estate property is considered a great investment. These properties may require ...
Views: 664(1 vote) - Are you An Ignorant Member of A Joint stock Company? - by Submitted on May 24, 2013 from Joshua NyamacheWhat is a joint stock company? Every time you turn your head while in your populated town all you read is the word company (Co) labeled on the buildings, cars, posters etc. Have you ever thought how joint stock companies are managed? So, what is a joint stock company? You want to tell me it ...
Views: 1348(1 vote) - Avail NRI Services in India Conveniently - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Sarika ShethIn case you are a Non-Resident Indian and wish to invest in the Indian capital markets, then opening a demat account is the first step towards it. That does not mean you have to come all the way to India leaving you other important work for opening an account at the time of planning your ...
Views: 673(2 votes) - Behavioral Finance – Part 1 - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2011 from Justin KraneBehavioral finance examines the psychological aspects about how we make decisions about money. This is part one where we will examine two theories of behavioral finance and how it effects our financial decisions. Hopefully, you'll have a better understanding of which and how these theories ...
Views: 1238(2 votes) - Behavioral Finance – Part 2 - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Justin KraneBehavioral finance is a type of finance that examines the psychological aspects about how we make decisions about money. This is part two where we will examine two more theories of behavioral finance and how it effects our financial decisions. The first one is called “anchoring bias” and to ...
Views: 1426(2 votes) - Building the savings for disabled Canadians - Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2012 from Samuel LiPeople with disabilities and their loved ones face a distinct set of financial challenges throughout their lives. To help address these challenges, in 2008 the Government of Canada introduced the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP). Designed to help build long-term financial security for ...
Views: 1246(3 votes) - Building Wealth Through Real Estate - by Submitted on May 17, 2007 from Charrissa CawleyWhen it comes to acquiring wealth, achieving financial independence is a key component. How do you achieve financial independence? We all probably have a different definition or dream in our heads, but to keep it simple, it’s when your passive income and your income from your portfolio are ...
Views: 4913(1 vote) - Buying Foreclosures & REO Properties - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2010 from John HanlinBuying foreclosures and REO properties offers us one of the greatest wealth building opportunities of our generation. This article is intended to help you learn how to find these properties should you consider investing in and buying foreclosures on your own. However, from personal ...
Views: 2177(8 votes) - Can You Get In On the Facebook IPO? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Justin KraneThe Facebook IPO Is Coming Soon But How Public Is It Really? You love Facebook. You believe in it. You want a piece of it. So you want to get in on the Facebook IPO. But to do that, you have to be an “accredited investor,” meaning that your net worth needs to be above $1 million, your annual ...
Views: 1453(1 vote) - Caring for Parents Gift a Monthly Income! - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Nikhil NaikWhen you were young your parents carefully planned your future. Now, when you're doing well, it's your turn to secure their future and give them a comfortable life. Financial independence is one of the most important factors towards this. If you're abroad and wonder how you can assure an easy ...
Views: 781(2 votes) - 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: 1290(1 vote) - Choosing a Share Class - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Valarie DoriaMany investors, particularly those proficient on the internet, tend to lean toward no load companies when choosing mutual funds. But if you do choose to use an investment advisor, you are asked to choose between A, B or C shares for each mutual fund that you buy. Knowing the best choice ...
Views: 1386(1 vote) - Commodity Trading – Advantages & Disadvantages - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from Awadesh Kumar ChawdaCommodity futures markets allow commercial producers and commercial consumers to offset the risk of adverse future price movements in the commodities which include mcx gold tips, silver tips and that they are selling or buying. Advantages of commodity trading Leverage: Commodity futures ...
Views: 1054(2 votes) - Develop MENA Equities by Kuwait Investment Bank - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2011 from Richard BurtonThe recent crisis in some Arabic regions like Egypt, Libya, and some others have shaken the region, but currently most of the places have restored the situation as in Egypt, but in Libya, the situation is worsening and the resistance of the Libyans is standing tall against the air strikes by ...
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