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Tue, 18 Nov 2008: Financial Crisis - Dynamics and Causes
A financial crisis seems to occur with fairly regular intervals. Here you can read about the characteristics of an financial crisis and the reasons why such an event occurs.


Tue, 18 Nov 2008: Economic Factors Pushing College Costs Up
College tuition has been rising faster than inflation recently but will rise even faster in the future. Credit conditions, US market conditions, and global economic conditions are all squeezing colleges and universities resulting in decreased revenue; these factors will push college costs up. The sudden onset and broad impact on revenue streams leaves few options for schools but to raise tuition.

Sun, 16 Nov 2008: The Power of Diversification
Robin Hood tells a story about Little John betting everything on one company and the problems he ran into.

Sun, 2 Nov 2008: Where to Find Good Food and Grocery Coupons
Have you wanted to start using coupons but just don't know where to find them? There are many places to find coupons, and most are within reach.

Sun, 26 Oct 2008: Easy Ways To Create An Emergency Fund
Life is unpredictable. We never know what is waiting around the next turn so we need to have preparations in place. An emergency fund is important for those unexpected situations. Luckily there are some easy ways to create such a fund.

Sat, 25 Oct 2008: 8 Things You Should Know Before You Rent or Sell Your Home
Renting your home could be a financially attractive option for you but you need to know the pros and cons of renting your home vs selling it.

Fri, 24 Oct 2008: College Tuition and What You Can Do About it
Almost every college student has struggled at some point with the notion of paying his or her tuition bills on time.

Thu, 23 Oct 2008: Cyclical Argument for Equities in Serious Question Today
Equity analysts appear convinced that this downturn in the markets is cyclical in nature, and that recent levels represent a bottom. Before you buy anything, ascertain what exactly is cyclical.

Wed, 22 Oct 2008: College Tuition: How Much You can Expect to Pay
It seems like it is getting harder and harder to buy something that does not cost a lot with the economy of today. Prices are increasing everywhere from at the gas pump to the clothing stores.

Fri, 10 Oct 2008: $2T Lost in Retirement:, Seniors Eye Reverse Mortgages
For some, the shock of seeing their lives suddenly altered regardless of their careful planning is devastating, but there is hope for many senior retirees.

Mon, 6 Oct 2008: Retirement Account Rollovers, What Are My Options?
Great info on IRA and 401k changes.

Thu, 2 Oct 2008: Rarely Sold Assetts - How To Protect Your Profits
The average family business today will have a wide range of assets. Some of these are easy to access, while others are of a 'non-cash' variety. Whether you plan to keep or sell your business, with proper planning and preparation, you can maximize your returns. This article will give you several tips to help you protect your profits.

Fri, 26 Sep 2008: Finding a Partner for Your Financial Management
Choosing to partner with a bank to reach your financial goals is no decision to make lightly. Some stick with the same bank for years not because the bank offers competitive terms, but out of habit. Making an informed decision requires some research.

Fri, 19 Sep 2008: Saving for Retirement: Start Early
Saving for retirement is something that everyone needs to consider, as it is an important long-term goal. Every working person, no matter how old he or she is, will eventually reach retirement age. Once you person retires, they will no longer be earning the income that they were accustomed to receiving every pay period.


Tue, 16 Sep 2008: Annuities: My True Story and the Bad News
This is one person's true story about annuities. It is an eye opener and worth reading.

Mon, 15 Sep 2008: Annuities: The Big Risk in Today's Economy?
With all the credit issues facing corporate America today, are the insurance companies at risk? Read this article to learn more.

Thu, 11 Sep 2008: Why Planning & Budgeting is Critical to Becoming Financially Free
I would like to introduce you to the real meaning of budgeting. Forget about the concept of restriction and restraint often associated with household budgets and start thinking about your finances in the same way that good businesses do.

Mon, 8 Sep 2008: Use Offshore Investing To Grow Your Assets
Use offshore investing companies to save your wealth, not just to invest it in offshore assets.

Mon, 8 Sep 2008: Retirement Income Investment Planning - Step One
Employer provided pension plans, Social Security, and (always much too expensive) fixed annuity contracts, are retirement income providers. They are monthly income machines that you have paid dearly for but which may not be adequate to cover your retirement expenses--- most of us will need more income than our guaranteed benefits will provide.

Sat, 6 Sep 2008: The Low-Down on CDs: Tips for Savers
Investors seeking a low-risk investment that can be easily converted into cash often choose a certificate of deposit (CDs), a special type of deposit account with a bank or thrift institution that offers a higher rate of interest than regular savings account.

Fri, 5 Sep 2008: 10 Sound Budgeting Tips to Ensure Financial Freedom
Here are 10 sound budgeting tips that will surely get you on the right track again. If you're in trouble with debt, this article is a must read!

Wed, 3 Sep 2008: How to Make a Commitment to Eliminate Your Debt - That Works!
By making a commitment to eliminate your debt, you are taking the first giant leap towards becoming financially free. Imagine the wonderful feeling of total financial freedom. No debts, no financial worries, and best of all not being tied to a job you don't like just to pay the bills. Research has proven that it takes three things to accomplish anything: Passion, Motivation and Accountability.

Wed, 3 Sep 2008: Guide to Opening an Offshore Savings Account for the First Time
When we hear the words "offshore savings account," the first thing we think of is movies where the blackmailer tells the blackmailed that they have to wire transfer so much money into an offshore account.

Tue, 2 Sep 2008: Safe Investing - Where to Start
It is great that many people are now searching for good financial advice. With past generations, the typical financial advice passed down from parents to children was: buy a home, pay it off as quickly as possible and then - if you are really good at managing your money - buy an investment property. So what are the basics of sound, practical and realistic investing?

Mon, 1 Sep 2008: Equity Key, the Jumbo Reverse Mortgage Alternative
There is another option for senior homeowners out there which is not considered a loan but rather a real estate transaction known as the Equity Key Product. The Equity Key is unique in a number of ways. Homeowners are actually agreeing to give up a percentage of future equity for a cash settlement today


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