Financial Opinion
Outside the Box Investment Strategies
Think Outside the Stock Market: 4 Alternative Investment Strategies to add to Your Portfolio The markets appear to be cooling off after the recent run-up that sent the Dow and S&P 500 to record highs. But that doesn’t mean you ... Read More »
Apple’s Corporate Bonds – Better Rates than a Bank CD?
Have you heard the news? Apple has decided to take a new direction in a move that has been exciting investors around the globe. In short, the Cupertino based company has issued $17 billion in corporate bonds. While this may ... Read More »
Tax Season Tips: How to Stay in the Black During Tax Season
Tax season officially began January 30th, two weeks later than usual thanks to Congress’ battle over the fiscal cliff. For those of us that expect to receive a refund, tax season is actually a pretty welcome time of year. Who ... Read More »
For Sale by Owner – Should you even Consider it?
If it ever comes time to sell your home, you have two options: 1) Hire a real estate agent to do all the work for you, from listing to marketing to closing 2) Go the “for sale by owner” route, ... Read More »
First Job, First Budget – Everything you need to know
So, you have landed your first “real job.” Congratulations! While you may be tempted to spend your new found money on yourself, it is important to take a step back and look at the big picture. Now that you have ... Read More »
5 Tips for Finding the Best Listing Agent
Are you interested in selling your home? Once you decide that selling by owner is out of the question, you can begin your search for the right real estate agent. A “listing agent,” sometimes called “seller’s agent” are the agents ... Read More »
5 Home Remodeling Tips Featuring a Fantastic ROI
Are you interested in increasing the value of your property? No matter if you are doing so before selling or plan on staying put for the time being, it is important to note that some projects have a better return ... Read More »
Mortgage Rates on Investment Properties – What you Need to Know
While most homeowners shop around for the best interest rate for their primary residence, those who want to finance an investment property may not fare as well when it comes to interest rates. There is no simple answer to the ... Read More »
Getting Discounts by Using Cash on Everyday Purchases
Sick and tired of reaping little to no rewards with your credit card? Then try cash. The price of nearly everything is on the rise. But there’s good news – recent surveys overwhelmingly suggest you can reduce your costs by ... Read More »
How Much Should You Tip During the Holidays?
The holiday season is the perfect time for you to remember your service providers who do so much for you throughout the year. However, tipping rules and amounts can confuse people who are trying to decide how much to give ... Read More »
