It’s not just about price action when you look for a solid value. You need to consider intrinsic value, too. One of the traps that many beginning investors fall into is the idea that the price of a stock — and how the current price compares to the past price — is the most important… Continue Reading
Freelance Tip: Set Up Your Google Plus Profile
Are you ready for the future of online freelancing? If you haven’t set up your Google Plus profile, you’re not. As a freelance writer, one of the most important things you can build is a reputation. You are a brand. And as freelancing of all kinds becomes more common, and as more companies check social… Continue Reading
Building Company Awareness
Whether you have been in business for ten years or just a few months, some seem to have a knack for grabbing the attention of new clientele and establishing themselves as top dog in their chosen space. We can learn valuable lessons from these veterans of industry on new ways to market our business and… Continue Reading
Got 37 Minutes? Check Out My #ExperianChat Google Hangout
A few weeks ago, I joined a Google Hangout with Experian’s Michael Delgado as part of the Experian Chat. This is a fun series that includes some other great financial bloggers. Really, I’m flattered that Experian would include me in such great company. Anyway, if you have 37 minutes, check out the chat. You can… Continue Reading
How To Get Help With Paying Rent
Some Americans live paycheck to paycheck and even a relatively small unexpected expense can throw a budget into chaos. Whether your financial problem is long term due to the loss of a job, or short term due to an emergency expense like car repairs, there are public and private agencies that offer assistance with rent… Continue Reading
Freelance Productivity Tools: Google Drive
I’ve become rather attached to Google Drive recently. I find it’s a great freelance productivity tool. For the last couple of years, I’ve been toying with the idea of using Google Docs more. (Well, now it’s actually Google Drive. Same concept, though.) I sometimes switch between using my home computer and laptop, and occasionally I… Continue Reading
How to Incorporate Online
I have a lot of Canadian buddies and a few Canadian readers. This is a great post addressing that audience. Even if you are in the United States, though, you can find some solid gems in this post. Creating a business is possibly the greatest decision in one’s life. And everyone wants to get it… Continue Reading
Financial Book Review: How Ella Grew an Electric Guitar
Introduce your kids to smart money moves with How Ella Grew an Electric Guitar. My son has an interest in music, specifically in learning guitar, and he is also interested in ways to earn more money. So I thought it would be fun for him to read How Ella Grew an Electric Guitar by Orly Sade… Continue Reading
Want Free Wi-Fi? Get Your Hands on an Issue of Forbes
Microsoft is offering free wi-fi in the latest issue of Forbes magazine. In an interesting advertising move, Microsoft is including a portable wireless router in the latest issue of Forbes magazine. The free wi-fi is good for two weeks, and included in a four-page ad in the May 6 issue of Forbes. However, not just… Continue Reading
Tips for Investing in Foreclosures in 2013
The current real estate market is perfect for real estate market investors, especially those interested in foreclosure investing. Not only are there amazing foreclosure deals throughout the country, but mortgage rates are still incredibly low—making now a great time to buy a new home or investment property. However, when it comes to investing in foreclosures,… Continue Reading