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- Holiday Loan: Enjoy Your Dream Holiday or Plan Your Vacation with Benefit Today - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2012 from Mark FultonAs the name suggests, Holiday loans are loans which are provided to individual who are planning to enjoy their favourite spot for a dream holiday. Nowadays, a lot of individual are always in search of availing fast cash to enjoy their vacation or holiday trips .There are also a few online ...
Views: 1395 - Is Occupy Wall Street The Answer To Our Money Problems? - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Mindy CraryOccupy Wall Street (OWS) is a resistance movement of people who want Wall Street, the government and corporations to realize that individuals have the power to create change from the bottom-up. Yet the language of OWS concerns me, because it’s the language of war, instead of the language of ...
Views: 1395 - Build Wealth in Challenging Times with These 5 Tips - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Fern Alix-LaRoccaIt is hard to build wealth in challenging times like this. As part of your personal do it yourself financial plan you need to be able to ride out economic downturns associated with high unemployment, a depressed stock market and slow consumer spending. You can keep your head above water with ...
Views: 1393 - Paying For Senior HealthCare Today, What Are Your Options? - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Chris BeardAccording to a 2010 survey completed by MetLife Market found that the chief concern was about having enough steady income and reserves to cover expenses at retirement and the cost of senior health care, as reported by 32% of respondents surveyed. This is regardless of whether they plan to retire ...
Views: 1391 - 4 Reasons To Start Your Own Business - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2012 from Jamie Bush1. Be your own boss, live and work how you choose and make your own hours: This one is obvious but it's funny how many people don't really believe this. I know many real estate investors that take multiple vacations a year and brag about a 4 day work week. They generally also work part time ...
Views: 1389 - Online Travel Deals Expedia - Senior Travel - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2012 from Cindy BoomerSenior Adventure Travel: Deals on Expedia and More Okay, so there are some things about retirement that can be a bit of a grind. There is often the added stress of long-term financial planning, concerns over Medicare coverage, Medicare supplemental insurance (Medigap insurance), and general ...
Views: 1388 - Paperless Payday Loans – Cash Help in Matter of Few Minutes - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from Richard HawkingEmergencies are always uncertain in everyone’s life so it is very difficult to manage them. Mean while the time of emergency your pocket is not filled with money and your payday is also afar but you can not defer them for days. At such situation paperless payday loans are the superb financial ...
Views: 1388 - Are Balance Transfer Credit Cards Really A Debt Relief Option? - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2012 from Joshua RodriguezAll over the news, we are hearing that the economy is getting better. And, it's true! More and more people are going back to work. More and more these same people are starting to spend money driving and strengthening our economy. However, for several people, it doesn't feel like the recession as ...
Views: 1387 - Dear Donna Financial Advice Column #1 Help with NYC Public Assistance 12/1/15 - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2015 from Donna LeeDear Donna Financial Advice Column #1 By Donna Lee (I am not a certified financial planner but a financial coach and I cannot offer any investment advice by law.) Q1—What do I do if I’m having trouble with my public assistance/human resources/welfare/food stamps (SNAP-Supplemental Nutrition ...
Views: 1387 - How to Have More Fun with Your Tax Refund in 2009 - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Cindy MorusGetting a tax refund this year? Want to stretch it as far as possible? Good for you… I counsel a LOT of people about money. I see the same mistakes being made over and over again. If you’ve made ‘em, don’t worry. I’m here to help you do it right THIS year! The fact is, moneymakers need a money ...
Views: 1387(1 vote) - How to Use the Holidays to Grow Your Income - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Samantha SeiffertThe holidays can easily be the most expensive time of the year for everyone. That’s the double edged sword of the gift giving season. As you expect to receive gifts, so are you expected to give tokens of appreciation to celebrate the Christmas season. It is a given and accepted fact that our ...
Views: 1387 - Trying to Retire With Less Money Than You Need - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2009 from Brian NicolettiThe closer you are to retirement, the more concerned you will naturally be regarding the amount of money you have in your retirement savings. With every downturn of the economy, you watch your nest egg grow smaller. Here are some practical ways you can survive on less money during your golden ...
Views: 1387 - How to Choose a Debt Management Company - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2012 from Adam TijerinaThere are hundreds if not thousands of reputable debt management companies from which to choose from. However, not all of them are legitimate. Some of them are out to take advantage of your situation while others genuinely look out for your best interest. It is therefore advisable to do your ...
Views: 1385 - Forex Trading And Home Business - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2007 from Irena WhitfieldForex, ie foreign exchange market has become very popular due to its immense size, liquidity, currencies moving in strong trends plus, an easy online access, relatively low starting capital and a big leverage. All this is very attractive to many sorts of investors, speculators and also amateur ...
Views: 1384 - How to Get Financial Aid for Single Moms - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2013 from Samantha SeiffertBeing a single mom can be quite a challenge. It is all the more difficult when you have limited resources that is not enough to support the household. The good news is there are financial assistance programs that are directed towards single moms. While circumstances have left them solely ...
Views: 1383 - How to Keep the Value of Your Car - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2017 from Sophia MooreDo you want to sell your car or vehicle in the future? If so, you may want to keep your car’s value. What I mean by this is that you should know how to take care of your car. A prospective buyer won’t buy your car if he/she sees that you’re not taking proper care of it, right? If you do not ...
Views: 1383 - Master the Art of Self-Discipline with These 5 Tips - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2016 from Rachael Murphey1. Count Calories Counting the number of calories you consume on a daily basis will help to make you more aware of your habits. Self-awareness is always the first step towards self-discipline. I am not suggesting any radical diets or unrealistic lifestyle changes, but simply a conscious act ...
Views: 1383 - San Francisco Now Fourth Most Expensive City in US - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Sarah WatersAccording to a recent report from the Wall Street Journal, San Francisco is the 4th most expensive city in the United States. The report takes into account a variety of factors that affect the general cost of living for San Francisco residents, including rent, food, commuting to work, and ...
Views: 1383(3 votes) - Manage Stress and Beat the Bad Credit Trap - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from Freddie StewartStress is one of the symptoms of ongoing personal financial issues and bad credit. The trend of bad financial decisions, getting behind on payments, and damages to a credit history is known as the bad credit trap. Stress is the underlying cause of many illnesses, both major and minor. ...
Views: 1382 - Quality Matters: 3 Tech Products That Are Worth Spending Extra For - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanWhen it comes to tech products, there are times when you can go with a budget option and get sufficient performance, but there are also times when the adage “you get what you pay for” applies. With certain items, you’re much better off spending a bit more money upfront for a higher-quality ...
Views: 1382 - How To Complete The Bookkeeping Task - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from sarina lissaAround the exercises outsourced today, bookkeeping and different accounting roles best the post of capacities that are being outsourced the most. Outsourcing offers amazing favorable circumstances and profits to Ensembles and firms in diverse divisions and businesses. A greater part of the ...
Views: 1381 - 10 Ways to Save Money on Practically Everything to Make Debt Settlement Easier - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2012 from Gregory DeVictorIf you have more than $10,000 in unsecured debt (credit cards, medical bills, etc.), debt settlement allows you to get out of debt much faster than by making the minimum monthly payments or by using debt consolidation. In previous articles, we have discussed "10 Factors that You Must Consider ...
Views: 1380 - Are You Interested in Saving Dollars? - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2015 from Nigel St.HillDear friend, are you interested in saving 1000s of dollars? Are you always on the lookout for the best deal? Trying to stretch your household budget further with less? Is growing your business or protecting your money important to you? Are you positioned to WIN in your life and business? Do you ...
Views: 1379 - Financially Fit: Improve Your Financial Life by Listening to Your Inner Money Voice - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Cindy Parran BrochuWhat motivation do you need to get your financial life in order and get financially fit? Are you waiting for the next bonus? Or waiting for some certain thing to happen before you take action? What better time than now? There are so many reasons to get started and give your financial life ...
Views: 1376 - Budgeting Made Easy - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Gene SimmonsWell, dang! From what I’ve heard and read, it looks like we’ve reached an all-time world-class new record in the amount of personal debt on the books. Now it’s probably not quite as bad as we’ve been led to believe, however many of us have managed to tromp further than we should have into the ...
Views: 1372(2 votes) - Five Things to Consider Before You Refinance - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Mike PetersonInterest rates are historically low – should you jump on the refinancing bandwagon? Thinking about refinancing your home? Interest rates are dropping and people across the country are looking for ways to make the most of their money. While refinancing can help put a little extra cash in your ...
Views: 1370(2 votes) - ***5 Rules to Saving For Retirement - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Bill LoseyThe Automatic Rule Start saving money today. Even if it’s only a buck or two each pay period, savings is a habit you must start and stick with for the rest of your life. To improve your chance of savings success, automate the process. Have money withdrawn automatically from your paycheck or ...
Views: 1369(1 vote) - Recovery From Divorce and Personal Finance Planning - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2013 from Carol FergusonThe financial advice I would give to divorced women is: education. Find something that can educate you; whether it's creating more income, or managing money or something educational about finance. Doing something, I'm a big believer in do what you love, because when you do what you love, the ...
Views: 1369(1 vote) - 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 - Brexit transition leads to pessimism in the UK households - by Submitted on May 23, 2017 from Brijesh B.The Brexit vote has resulted in lot of changes in the lifestyle of Britons as they face trouble due to the falling pound as well as income crisis. In addition, commodities and services are becoming costlier and people are facing issues due to food inflation. The overall effect of Brexit is that ...
Views: 1368 - How Much Is A Ton Of Interest? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Mike KillianHave you ever asked yourself why there always seems to be too much month left over at the end of the money? This article attempts to explain that monthly crisis by exploring how we have been lulled into thinking in terms of "monthly" instead of "total" cost. Actually, the monthly phenomenon has ...
Views: 1367(3 votes) - Tips To Help You Stay Motivated And Reach Your Financial Goals This Year - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2016 from Anita GinsburgStaying motivated while trying to reach financial goals is not always easy. It’s important to write down your goals so you can remember them better and stick to them. These tips can help you stay motivated to meet your financials goals this year: A Reward System Financial goals are not ...
Views: 1366 - Debt Of The Future - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2006 from Nicola BullimoreWhen we look at the statistics of debt in the UK do we consider the effect this has on our everyday lives and country as a whole? Britain’s personal debt is increasing by £1 million every four minutes. The total credit card debt in April 2006 was £56 billion! 39% of Brits overspend on their ...
Views: 1365 - Financial Evolution Of The Pounds Till Payday Phenomenon - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2011 from greg hanssPayday loans UK market has grown since 2008 with an incredible speed. Financial experts explained that this booming came from several reasons: • Financial crisis • Impulsive paper work requested for a normal credit • Growing utility for virtual pounds • Evolution of online ...
Views: 1365 - Frugal Living Tips to Lower Car Insurance Costs 2 - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2012 from Musiliudeen FolarinIn these challenging financial times, and car insurance being both necessary and mandatory, it becomes vital to lower the amount we pay for insurance policy coverage. If you own a vehicle, you might be one of those paying too much money annually, perhaps an excessive amount. You can find good ...
Views: 1365 - Home Business Tips - Home Business and Productivity - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2014 from Peter MainThe very word productivity may be one of the main reasons why people want to start their own business or work from home. Productivity by its very nature implies getting the maximum out of an individual, often at the expense of their individuality and quite often at the expense of any decent ...
Views: 1365 - Is it Ethical to Use Essay Writing Services? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2019 from Alvina JenniferUsing paid services that offer essay writing help has been a growing trend in recent years. While students have had access to cheap essay writing services for quite some time, they now even have access to free essay writing services. The growing demands of university education have made it so ...
Views: 1365 - cheap car insurance - high risk drivers - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Peter MainPeople quite often feel offended or upset if they perceive themselves as being classified as high risk. It is important however to understand the concept from an insurance point of view to understand what it means, how it affects them and why it can make a huge difference to what they pay for ...
Views: 1364 - Thinking of Using a Credit Repair Specialist to “Fix” Your Credit? Think again. - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2009 from Gary McClureCredit repair companies or “specialists” are popping up all over the country in the last few years, so many in fact that Credit Repair Organizations Act (CROA) was passed in 1996 to protect and advise consumers of their rights when using a credit repair specialist. I strongly suggest that you ...
Views: 1364 - How to Save Money When You Book a Cruise - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Shirley LindeWant to book a cruise? Before you get out your credit card, check these tricks of the trade for a cruise deal. BOOK EARLY Booking three to six months in advance will often save you money, and also give the best choice of cabins. The earlier you book, the bigger the discount. PAY EARLY ...
Views: 1361 - Quick Transfer Foreign Exchange Rates for UK Citizens - Eurochange - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2012 from radha kanchetiHow the Euro exchange rate can offer hope to a few UK citizens selling their property abroad Much has been made of the colossal real estate bubble that engulfed the world in a severe recession in 2008 and 2009, and looking back at the profligacy and financial alchemy that got us into this ...
Views: 1359 - "The possible effect of the collapse of the Euro on ex-pats living in Spain - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2011 from Vincent TreacyIs there such a beast as an expert on the state of the Euro and the Eurozone? Every day another expert arrives on the TV screen to warble his or her expertise as to what is really going on in the turbulent world of international finance. I am not an expert but I am worried by what is going ...
Views: 1357(1 vote) - Managing Your Personal Finances A Q&A by Dave Kahle - by Submitted on May 25, 2007 from Dave KahleDave, I am finding it difficult to manage my personal finances. As a commissioned salesperson, my income varies from month to month. It seems like I'm always struggling with finances. Do you have suggestions for me? Congratulations for having the courage to ask that question. Do I have ...
Views: 1357 - What is Annuity Insurance and How Can it Benefit Your Retirement? - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2010 from Lisa CintronAnnuity insurance is an excellent way for individuals to prepare for their retirement. Typically, it involves investors providing a certain amount of funds to insurance companies who are able to grow these investments over time and provide a return. One of the more common reasons why a person ...
Views: 1357(2 votes) - Get Organized: Get a Grip on Spending - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Becky EskerGetting organized with your spending is a life skill everyone should have. Moreover, with the status of the economy, you might be concerned about your finances and keeping more money in your pocket than ever before. I have good news for you. There are four specific actions you can implement ...
Views: 1356(1 vote) - Do It For The Kids - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Cindy HartmanBeing an executor of an estate is a responsibility few really hope for, but one that normally is not declined. You’ve most likely chosen one of your adult children to serve in this capacity for your estate. Have you considered what you can do to make this easier on them? One responsibility ...
Views: 1355 - Being Mindful of Money Means Having a Mind Full of Pennies - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Young KimI once saw my mom pick up a penny that she somehow saw in the middle of a parking lot. She waved it in the air as if it were a blessing, and placed it carefully into her purse. I asked my how she was able to see that penny? She said that pennies are everywhere, and that all you have to do is ...
Views: 1354(3 votes) - 3 Tips to Make More Money by Managing Your Time - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2015 from Porschia Parker-GriffinDo you want to make more money? If so, you are like most Americans today. The latest surveys show that money is the most common concern for people. They report that finances have a huge effect on their levels of stress. Instead of constantly worrying about your lack of funds, think about how ...
Views: 1352 - Be Your Own Financial Controller - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Lillian LiAnything in life worthwhile requires some education and practice. Rather than handing over your hard earned money to a financial "expert", take the time to learn financial terms and trends on your own. Take control of your own financial destiny by learning what works for you and your personality ...
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