No, this is not going to be a step-by-step walk through the house purchasing process.  Rather, a walk through the basics.  Things you should know and do BEFORE you begin the process.  Because, if you can attack the purchase of the largest financial transaction in your life armed with good information, you are more likely to make a better choice. Where to Begin. It...

The concepts of investing are complicated and frustrating.  It is an activity better left to professionals. Once one has determined that it is not wise to go alone down the path of investing, it becomes patently clear that guidance and direction from a proven veteran in the field is mandatory. That is why you need to attach yourself to one who will give you solid...

Money doesn’t grow on trees, but when managed properly, it can grow nad multiply!  Wouldn’t you like your money to have children… grandchildren… maybe even great grandchildren?  It all comes down to learning the basic principles of saving: a percentage of everything earned is meant for keeps. Most of us manage our money backwards.  We get...

Investing in Real Estate is a fascinating and often misunderstood field.  Buying real estate as an investment can be more difficult because you are buying real, physical property, whereas buying stocks, bonds and mutual funds are not. Real Estate investors have certain criteria that they adhere to in order to find that perfect property from which they can profit...

Everyone is always looking for the sure thing.  The best return on their investment dollar.  It is kind of like trying to win the lottery.  If you hold the winning ticket, you can check out the rest of your career and live the easy life, right? It does not work that way.  In fact, if you are one of those who think this way, then you would be better off getting...

Buying stocks, bonds, mutual funds, etc. The wisest advice on buying stocks, bonds and mutual funds is to get the help of a professional.  Unless you are trained and educated specifically in these areas, your chances of financial success are dubious at best.  And paths of investing are full of those who have tried it on their own and have failed miserably while...