Equity Raising Strategies, Myths, and Cold, Hard Facts
Start-ups and early stage companies are generally not attractive to institutional investors. Even in today's favorable climate, start-ups are basically just too risky for these sources of capital. The primary exception is where it is a proven entrepreneur starting another venture.For start-ups, the ... more...

Choosing a Maui Condo Rental Agent
Choosing a condo in Maui is definitely a great investment. If you are in the market for a new condo in Maui, you should research the process involved in buying your Maui condo, a good place to start is a visit to as many of the Maui condo rental agents as possible.Maui is a lovely island within the ... more...

Using Your Banks Money To Grow Your Own
Youve just bought your house in Spain and because you got such a good deal you now find you have money in the bank. It isnt a huge amount but with your pension taking care of daily business you decide you want to invest the money. Lets say you have $20,000 to invest.How do you get the best returns ... more...

Assumption Based Marketing Vs. Fact Based Marketing
One of the most common mistakes in marketing is making decisions based on assumptions rather than fact. You think of an idea for a marketing piece and believe that it is a great idea.You start using the idea with no tracking mechanism that would allow you to measure the results of that piece. Then ... more...

Secrets to Why Debt Reduction is So Vital for Your Financial Health
Living with debt is never a good idea if you want to make long-term financial plans. Every cent you use to service debt is money that could have been invested in your future. Investment is extremely important, and can lead to a more comfortable and secure retirement. Just as smart investment can ... more...

Investing In Son's Business Could Cause A Real Family Feud
Q: My youngest son wants to borrow $5,000 to start his own business. My wife is afraid to tell him no. She thinks we should just give him the money and not expect anything in return. I disagree. He doesn't have a very good track record with money, so I'm a little worried that my investment will be ... more...

Business Growth Through Leverage
Lets begin by talking about leverage. What do I mean by leverage?In it's most basic application a lever allows you to lift or move a heavy object with a lesser amount of energy. For instance placing a long stick under a rock in order to move it.But how does leverage apply to business? Can you ... more...

Creating A Household Budget
Creating a budget can be a very difficult task. Although we as consumers know that we need to pay our bills, buy our necessities, and put money away for savings, we dont really know how to start.I know from personal experience how hard creating a budget can be. In the beginning stages of my road ... more...

Under Construction During the Storm A Hurricane Guide for Businesses that are Under Construction
As a business owner, youve likely created a hurricane plan for your business and your family, but did you overlook your construction project? Dont worry, youre not alone. Most people dont even think about preparing their construction site because its not written into their "construction timeline." ... more...

Real Estate Remains A Strong Investment
Opportunities to make big, quick profits in residential real estate tend to come and go in cycles. When a local market is hot, families may find it possible to buy a house at an attractive price, fix it up, and watch its value rise in just a few years.When the same local market is at the low end ... more...

A Possible Bargain: Foreclosed Properties
In the superheated San Francisco Bay Area property market, foreclosed properties are available at as much as 40% below market value, writes Srini Saripalli.The last few months of a calendar year are considered sluggish for transacting real estate, but Silicon Valley seems to be an exception to ... more...

UK Loans: Borrowing the Right Kind of Money
Most people dont think of loans until the need originates in their own lives. Borrowing money is neither an easy decision nor a decision which has no serious repercussions. Taking loans will have an impact on almost all other decision and your future financial plans. With UK personal debt growing ... more...

Adverse Credit Mortgages - Home Loans For People With Poor Credit
Mortgage lenders offer many financing options for people with adverse credit. For those who dont qualify for an A loan, you can use a B, C, or D loan to finance the purchase of your home.These home loans offer short-term financing until your credit score improves and you can qualify for an A loan ... more...

How Your Credit Rating Influences You and How to Check It
You might not know it, but every time you take out any kind of loan or credit or pay something back, it gets counted on your credit rating. Who keeps a record on you will vary according to where you live, but the big three credit reference agencies are Experian, Equifax, and Trans Union. They will ... more...