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Browsing Posts published in April, 2010

Global Market Map - shows current global market heat map. It provides you with a quick snapshot of major markets around the world and also it gives you clear picture if world markets are moving up or down. This widget relates major markets in Americas, Asia and Europe and updates market data in real time around [...]

Business Planning & Consulting – This post is to inform that I have added new sections to my website under the category of Business Consulting and centers around operating a home business and what might be needed in the way of business software and operating on a day by day basis. When I state “home [...]

Tax Planning Tips – Another tax year as come and gone, well at least for most of us. Yes, there are those who hate doing their taxes and put it off till the very last minute which in the case of filing an extension is October 15th. Couple of thoughts on the subject of tax [...]

Real Estate Short Sales & Foreclosures Hopefully you will not find yourself needing this information however if you do this article will be helpful. For more information on real estate topics , visit the real estate marketplace. Foreclosures- Nationally the time it takes has on on the average depending on where you live and who the [...]

TomTom Map Update Service Personally I’ve owned the TomTom XLS for over two years now and have nothing but praise for my TomTom. I use it both in my business travels as well as personal travels. I tend to use the GPS even when driving a route that I could drive in my sleep. Reason [...]

When of the best ways to save money when it comes to travel is the use of airfare tracking tools. I especially like Travelocity’s tool which allows up to three destinations and emails you when an airfare moves a predetermined amount up or down. Consider using airfare tracking tools and signing up for fare change [...]

Savings Bonds – Comparison chart Between I Bonds and EE Bonds   I Bonds EE Bonds Denominations Any amount of $25 or more, including penny increments* Any amount of $25 or more, including penny increments* Purchase Price Face value** Face value** Purchase Limit $5,000 per Social Security Number*** $5,000 per Social Security Number*** Interest Earnings [...]

  Savings Bonds – Possible good investment vehicle to park part of your emergency funds. Two major types of US Savings Bonds, specifically I Bonds and EE Bonds. Sold at face value; you pay $50 for a $50 bond. Purchased in amounts of $25 or more, to the penny. $5,000 maximum purchase in one calendar [...]

  Mind-set – “You are what you think about!” In other words, positive thoughts brings positive results; negative thoughts will bring negative results. In financial planning as well as in life a detail written plan of what you desire is essential. Define your goals near, immediate and long term. Be as specific as you can [...]