Being an entrepreneur is a goal that many people hope for, especially with success stories like Mark Zuckerberg in the news. It seems so simple to make all your dreams come true just by coming up with the right idea and becoming your own boss. However, what the news rarely shows you are the tough decisions and the struggles that success stories go through before they’re financially set. So, the question remains. Should you work for yourself? There are many things that you must consider before you make that leap. The economy has improved, but … [Read more...] about Should You Work For Yourself? Things You Should Consider
Archives for November 2012
Personal Finance Tips, Core Philosophies, & Convictions
If you have read this blog for any length of time, you can most likely tell which way I lean on most personal finance tips and money related topics. Typically, I do not try to preach too much of my own personal finance tips, philosophies, or credos on Money Q&A. But, there comes a time when I just cannot stand the poor personal finance advice that permeates throughout the internet. Like many people say, if you do not stand for something, you'll fall for anything. I wanted to share with you these few universal truths and personal … [Read more...] about Personal Finance Tips, Core Philosophies, & Convictions
Property Investment Tips for First-Time Buyers
Purchasing real estate for the first time is both exciting and potentially anxiety-producing, particularly when looking at it from a property investment tips and perspective. Yet with a combination of preparation and research, you can gain the confidence you need to make a sound financial decision. Property Investment Tips for First-Time Buyers Get Educated First-timers often feel overwhelmed when it comes to purchasing property, particularly if you have no prior knowledge of the booming Australian real estate market. Our online learning … [Read more...] about Property Investment Tips for First-Time Buyers
Personal Finance Lessons That Should Be Taught In High School
The following is a guest post from Briana Myricks who writes at her blog, How's Married Life? High school teachers emphasize preparing for the real world, but in reality, how many of the things you learned in high school do you use today? Has The Scarlet Letter been mentioned at any time outside of a classroom? Do you utilize your US history lessons when it’s not an election year? Besides knowing what H20 means, what elements do you remember from chemistry class? Part of a valuable high school education should include things you will … [Read more...] about Personal Finance Lessons That Should Be Taught In High School
The Damage The Fiscal Cliff Tax Changes Will Do To Your Wallet – You’ll Lose Thousands
What is going to happen on the 1st of January 2013 if the fiscal cliff is not resolved by Congress? How is the average taxpayer going to be affected by the fiscal cliff tax changes? The truth of the matter is that the middle class citizens of America are going to see their federal tax bills increase by thousands of dollars. There is also one critical mistake that we are all making that will make the fiscal cliff even worse for every person if we do not change our ways. I’m not talking about the things that are going on in Washington. There is a … [Read more...] about The Damage The Fiscal Cliff Tax Changes Will Do To Your Wallet – You’ll Lose Thousands
How To Switch On To Energy Savings
Let’s face it. Times are hard for everyone. So, now is the time to focus on energy savings. You need to have a hand firmly on the tiller of your respective businesses is essential as we try to navigate these storm-tossed waters. As a result, we are all trying to make to make savings wherever and whenever we can to keep our head above water. Of course there are steps you can take to ensure that you reduce costs on your business energy and garner energy savings. The whole process begins with common sense and perhaps an … [Read more...] about How To Switch On To Energy Savings