Have you ever wondered what happens to your money when you give it to a charity? Lots of people like to contribute some people run for charity, others shake collection tins, send anonymous donations, or take part in sponsored silences and other similar events, but once the event is over, where does the money go?...
Do you feel like you need to make changes? Is your budget just not working out? You might not feel comfortable with your income and expenses, or be unsure how to approach money. If you need a change, here are some questions that can help you get on track and find your way. Where Am...
There have been good signs that the economy has bounced back but this should not keep you from protecting a good name and reputation within the community. The creditors these days are implementing more strict policies that more and more Americans Canadians are being disqualified from getting loans and financial credit. This may well be...
Last fall when President Obama announced his plan to ease student loan burdens, it meant that student borrowers who have made their monthly student loan payments for a period of at least 20 years after leaving college may be eligible to have the remaining balance forgiven – and for those who have worked for at...
The economy seems to have been the buzzword for the last couple of years. Everyone is paying more attention to the economy, their jobs, and especially their finances. With technology on the rise and their prices getting more affordable, many are turning towards tech to help keep their finances in order and save as much...
Private equity refers to all equity in businesses that are not publicly traded The cumulative value of this equity is known as the private equity market. Why private equity? The private equity market has been growing since the 1970s and continues to do so despite the difficult economic conditions globally Tens of millions of pounds...
As if moms today aren’t busy enough raising kids, working full-time jobs, taking care of the household, and committing to countless other obligations, we are often responsible for managing family finances. If you’re anything like me, you make it a personal mission to provide everything your loving family needs while spending the absolute minimum. You...
Life is full of mysterious setbacks and hiccups. Especially when it comes to finances, nothing is for certain and nothing should be taken for granted. A healthy financial plan should consider unexpected costs because so many times in life we find ourselves paying money for things we didn’t expect. These are called contingencies and a...
How to discern motivated buyers from “just-looking” browsers I’m considered a successful real estate investor. I have multiple rental properties that are very lucrative and I’ve flipped a few houses of my own in the past with great financial success. However, when I talk to other colleagues investing in real estate investing, they often complain...
If you have set up your own business and you’re looking for ways to grow as well as save some money in 2012, then doing online searches could be the key to success. Analyze your competitors by looking at key factors such as where they spend their money and what assets they have. Find inspiration...