Moving Out On Your Own!
Moving out for the first time is one of the biggest steps youll take in life. It not only represents your freedom, independence and a sense of growing up, it also tests your ability to make it on your own.The first decision youll make regarding moving out is usually based on your situation. Will ... more...

7 Money Rules You Should Break
When it comes to learning fiscal knowledge, some lessons result in better memories than others. One of the most satisfying lessons I have ever learned is that there are rules simply made to be broken.Rules that produce benefits for everyone are not what I am talking about. These good rules include ... more...

First Mortgage Options
When going for that first mortgage, it is essential to know about the options that are out there. While this may make the final decision more easy or difficult, you may just end up with the best possible deal.Lets begin with the down payment options. In most mortgage deals, you have to make the 20 ... more...

Buying Spanish Property What Happens Once You've Agreed Your Price? Some Very Important Points
When you have located your property, agreed a price and satisfied yourself (or your solicitor) that the property is free from all encumbrances and debts and or planning problems, it is structurally sound, bank guarantees are issued if it is a new build and that you are getting a good deal, then it ... more...

Take It To The Customer
In the past, purchasing ad space was the solution to every entrepreneur's marketing challenge. Then it was direct mail, followed by telemarketing. But with advertising and postage costs on the rise, these tactics have lost some of their appeal. Today the competition is fierce for a customers' ... more...

How I Became a Real Estate Investor
Recently I closed on the sale of two homes. They were located about a mile apart and had comparable market values. However, beyond these two similarities, the two deals were very different from each other. Let me discuss in more detail the similarities and differences of the two deals.My business ... more...

Sell Old Home or Buy New Home First?
Buyers who are moving up or downsizing often have a dilemma. They cant decide whether to put their home on the market first, or contract to buy their new home first.If they put their home on the market, it might sell and then they might find it impossible to find what they want. Alternatively, if ... more...

Learn the Abbreviated Language of Realty Agents
Sunday mornings with the newspaper real estate section can be daunting to home buyers and sellers. Figuring out the shorthand for popular home features takes an inquiring mind. Mark Nash, author of 1001 Tips for Buying and Selling a Home takes the guess work out of listing sheets and classified ... more...

Guide to Life Insurance Terms
Listed below is a useful guide to life insurance terms. It is a list of definitions of life insurance terms that may or may not be familiar to you.Accelerated Benefit ProvisionA provision in many new policies which will allow the policy owner to receive a portion of the death benefit early if the ... more...