2015

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teaching kids the value of a dollar

Do your kids understand the value of money? Do they know that it takes hard work to earn the money you use to keep a roof over their heads and put food on the table? One thing I wanted to be sure my kids understood was that money isn't easy to come by. If you want something, you will have to work for it. So, what are the best ways to teach your kids the true value of a dollar? My blog is all about teaching kids of all ages about hard work and how it pays off. Hopefully, you will find everything here useful and can help your child learn that with a little hard work, anything is possible.

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E-Mini Trading: An Easy-To-Understand Guide For Beginners

23 October 2015
 Categories: Finance & Money, Blog

E-minis are future contracts that are promissory notes to sell or buy a stock at a specified date for cash value. The following guide will help you learn a little more about e-minis so that you can start your trading journey with a little knowledge. Types of E-Mini Contracts  The first thing you should know is that there are many types of e-mini contracts available to you, meaning there are several e-minis that may suit your specific needs. Read More …

Pawn Shops: Good For The Average Person

21 October 2015
 Categories: Finance & Money, Blog

Pawn shops have gone far beyond their past reputation of being slightly unprofessional. Modern pawn shops are a legitimate way for you to raise some quick cash or get a good deal on quality merchandise. If you are in the market for either, visit a local pawn shop. Loans The pawn shop loan differs from loans given by any other institution. Because you are offering collateral, your credit is never checked. Read More …

Never Too Early: 4 Ways To Start Preparing For Retirement In Your 20s

20 October 2015
 Categories: Finance & Money, Blog

For many people, saving for retirement isn't something that's on your mind in your early 20s. You may be just finishing school and settling into your first job, thinking you've got decades upon decades to worry about retirement planning. However, the sooner you start saving, the better off you'll be and the easier it will be. Believe it or not, there are quite a few simple and effective ways to start preparing for retirement in your 20s. Read More …

Three Important Questions To Get Answered When Dealing With A Bail Bonds Company

19 October 2015
 Categories: Finance & Money, Blog

When a family member or close friend gets in trouble with the law, your phone might soon be ringing with a request to post bail. Although many people will quickly make arrangements to put together the bail money, rushing into this situation can be risky. If you don't know the person as well as you think or there's a risk he or she isn't reliable, you'll quickly find yourself in an unpleasant situation. Read More …

Offshore Accounts: What You Need To Know

16 October 2015
 Categories: Finance & Money, Blog

In some countries, banks do not charge investors or account holders taxes to keep their money there. Countries like Switzerland have long been known to allow citizens of other countries to keep their money there without taking anything off the top. This kind of account is often referred to as an "offshore bank account." The problem with holding an account like this is that businesses or individuals who hold a large sum of money there can still be subject to all kinds of penalties from the IRS, FBI, or other government agencies. Read More …