Guest Post

Buying a Home from a Global Perspective

December 17, 2011

When buying a home, it’s reasonable to imagine that most people consider things like finances, budgeting, location, finding a trustworthy agent, getting a mortgage, dealing with movers. All these things make up the localized tasks that are a necessary part of the process. And while obviously such things must be dealt with, I’d like to […]

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Some Thoughts on Insurance

November 28, 2011

As I set out to embark on a trip to India in December, of course, my wife’s thinking the worst while I’m just psyched to see some neat stuff outside the routine business meetings.  That being said, of course, my mind wanders to whether my family would be equipped to deal with some unforeseen event, […]

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5 tips to cope with higher energy bills this winter

October 30, 2011

The following was a guest post highlighting energy tips for the winter: Every year the cost of heating your home increases. Finding the cheapest gas and electricity is essential. The bills get higher and the winters seem colder. The slow economy does not help the situation and neither does the rising cost of oil. There […]

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Money saving tips: 5 up-cycled Christmas gift ideas

October 26, 2011

Up-cycling is a fancy way of saying re-purposing, which quite honestly is a fancy way of saying, use the old stuff you have to make cool new stuff you want. Up-cycle and save. Up-cycling for 25-50 % of your Christmas gift list will save hundreds of dollars. Jewelry A pair of earrings using recycled or […]

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Things to Consider with Mortgages and Refinancing

October 9, 2011

The following is a guest post by Emortgage Calculator, which provides mortgage calculator tools and comparison data for “whole of market” advisers: With financing rates at record lows the world over, tougher lending requirements seems to be the primary barrier for most that are interesting in the space.  For people that do qualify, new home […]

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Chaikin Power Gauge Stock Rating Widget Reviewed

September 15, 2011

As a retail investor with some time for trades now and then, but not at the “professional trader” level or technical analysis junkie, I like to run through a few screens and tools before making a trade.  Sometimes, my trades are purely momentum drive, value driven or arb, but I also like to do some […]

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Things to consider before applying for a loan

August 27, 2011

Sometimes it seems like there is only one answer to your financial issues, but this is not always the case. When it comes to money, there are many alternatives. You may be considering applying for a loan in order to make a large purchase or consolidate your debts. In these tough financial times, it can […]

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Investing in a car

August 22, 2011

Image courtesy of Martin Pettitt Classic cars and prestige vehicles can make wonderful investments that accrue money as the years and decades pass. However, it is crucial that you know what you are looking for when you invest your hard-earned savings in an esteemed motor. Before you head to the vintage Bentley showroom or local […]

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Payday Lenders Use Tribal Sovereignty to Circumvent State Laws

August 20, 2011

Since the 1990s, payday lenders have faced increasingly strict state legislation. While most reputable lenders continue to abide by state law, several unscrupulous online payday lenders have found a way to bypass these regulations. The lenders in question incorporate their businesses on Native American reservations, claiming them as “tribal enterprises.” This business model rests on […]

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