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Weekend Reading for May 25, 2012
Published on 2012-05-25 04:49:04
Just days after Facebook went public, it is now being sued by many who say they were at an unfair advantage when buying the stock because they did not have “inside” information that many other investors had. From the stock price to Saverine renouncing his citizenship to this latest lawsuit, how many more weeks will [...]Weekend Reading for May 25, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Tax Efficient Investing – Do You Need Everything in a Tax-Advantaged Account?
Published on 2012-05-24 08:39:13
This post is in continuation of the recent post Tax Efficient Investing. When it comes to investing, it’s a good idea to consider the tax consequences of your decisions. Without a plan in place, you could end up paying more tax than you really need to. While I don’t advocate avoiding taxes, I do think [...]Tax Efficient Investing – Do You Need Everything in a Tax-Advantaged Account? is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Is Your Small Business Worth What You Think?
Published on 2012-05-23 08:32:52
The life of a small business owner is full of challenges, inside and outside of daily business operations. Very little of the daily grind can compare to the difficulties in selling your small business. So, is your small business worth what you think? Let’s look at a few ways to value your business for sale [...]Is Your Small Business Worth What You Think? is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Commission Free ETF Brokers
Published on 2012-05-22 06:57:01
Exchange traded funds (ETFs) are a great way to invest. They are easy to trade, relatively low-cost, and they offer the opportunity to invest in a variety of assets. Many investors should choose ETFs over mutual funds to create a proper asset allocation. The trading costs of ETFs can be eliminated, when you choose from [...]Commission Free ETF Brokers is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Weekend Reading for May 18, 2012
Published on 2012-05-18 04:44:23
Today, Facebook stock will be available. Will you be buying? Beyond Facebook going public, news that Facebook’s Eduardo Saverin renounced his citizenship has angered many who speculate he made the move just to duck out of paying taxes. He’ll save over $30 million in taxes, which is certainly a strong incentive. Facebook IPO: The Magic [...]Weekend Reading for May 18, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Tax Efficient Investing
Published on 2012-05-17 08:30:09
Updated and expanded for 2012. It’s no surprise that taxes are going up next year. How much? No one really knows exactly, but at worst case Bush’s 2001 and 2003 tax cuts will completely disappear. If Congress does not act, the Bush tax cuts expire at the end of this year. 2013 has been rightfully been called taxmageddon. One [...]Tax Efficient Investing is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
TradeKing Merging with Zecco
Published on 2012-05-15 12:02:00
TradeKing and Zecco are joining forces. Consolidation within the discount brokers arena is to be expected. Last year OptionsXpress merged with Charles Schwab, and a few years ago TD Ameritrade purchased Thinkorswim. Today commissions have gone down to historical lows, and the industry has matured. Both firms now charge $4.95/trade. Terms and financial details of [...]TradeKing Merging with Zecco is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
SmartMoney 2012 Broker Survey
Published on 2012-05-15 08:01:57
SmartMoney just released their annual broker survey for 2012. Compared to last year’s survey, quite a few changes in rankings occurred. I discuss my thoughts and comments below. From the SmartMoney survey, it appears people should avoid WellsTrade like the plague. I don’t have direct experience with Wells Fargo’s brokerage so I can’t speak from [...]SmartMoney 2012 Broker Survey is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Small Business Marketing Strategy for the Best Results
Published on 2012-05-14 11:47:51
My “day job” consists of building marketing strategies for small and medium-sized businesses. In general, my clients are usually hesitant to advertise, fearing that money spent on an advertising strategy is spent for nothing. Of course, my own perspective is of the opposite – more money is lost in culling back advertising spend than is [...]Small Business Marketing Strategy for the Best Results is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Weekend Reading for May 11, 2012
Published on 2012-05-11 04:00:40
President Obama recently met with Robin Roberts of Good Morning America to declare that he believes same-sex marriages should be legal. The motive for his decision to go public? His daughters, who have friends at their school who have same-sex parents. Regardless of how you personally feel about the issue, Obama’s decision to declare this [...]Weekend Reading for May 11, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Improving Your Lending Club Returns
Published on 2012-05-09 20:07:13
I’ve been a Lending Club investor since July 2009. In the three years I’ve been doing P2P investing, I’ve learned a lot since I first started. Some of lessons you see discussed with my quarterly updates, but not in enough detail I think someone new to peer-to-peer lending would need to understand. When I first [...]Improving Your Lending Club Returns is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Improving Your Lending Club Returns
Published on 2012-05-09 20:07:13
I’ve been a Lending Club investor since July 2009. In the three years I’ve been doing P2P investing, I’ve learned a lot since I first started. Some of lessons you see discussed with my quarterly updates, but not comprehensive enough for someone new to peer-to-peer lending. When I first started investing with Lending Club I [...]Improving Your Lending Club Returns is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Why PE Ratios Don’t Matter
Published on 2012-05-07 08:13:04
Price to earnings ratios, or price-earnings multiples are some of the most ubiquitous valuation metrics available. Even non-investors have likely seen PE ratios appear on screen as they zoom by CNBC as they navigate through their TV channels. A price to earnings ratio is a very simple valuation metric; it’s the price of a stock [...]Why PE Ratios Don’t Matter is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
OptionsHouse Promotional Code (Updated 2012)
Published on 2012-05-04 07:20:23
OptionsHouse is currently offering eight great promotions. For a trader’s experience on their platform, see our recent OptionsHouse review. In the 2012 Barron’s Broker Survey, OptionsHouse was rated very well. From the survey, they got 4 1/2 stars out of 5 for best options traders, the same as 2011. Their commissions are also some of [...]OptionsHouse Promotional Code (Updated 2012) is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Weekend Reading for May 4, 2012
Published on 2012-05-04 04:43:32
This week the New York Times published an article about the strategies Apple uses to keep their tax burden low, in regard to their income. This created a storm of controversy. Yet is it Apple’s fault that they can use tax laws to their benefit? Why should they pay more in taxes than they are [...]Weekend Reading for May 4, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
What is Technical Analysis?
Published on 2012-05-03 12:24:25
When it comes to investing, there are two main categories of analysis. Fundamental analysis tends to look at “big picture” items, such as what is happening in an industry or what is happening with a company. These items might include economic policies, political upheaval, and company management. For investors who are more interested seeing what [...]What is Technical Analysis? is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
How To Manage Risk? Diversify!
Published on 2012-05-01 08:00:42
Managing risk is a critical part of investing, but also in business. Let me explain. Most people get the idea of managing risk with investing. It’s one of the core tenants in investing. Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket. It’s obvious we don’t have control over many aspects with investing, so to [...]How To Manage Risk? Diversify! is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Investing In A Rental Property
Published on 2012-04-30 08:30:38
What if someone told you the market for investing in single family homes was red hot? You might just think they’re crazy. In major markets, single family homes are red hot. BusinessWeek reports several “name brand” locales like Phoenix, Boston, and Washington D.C. are red hot with new buyers. Some owners report having multiple offers [...]Investing In A Rental Property is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Weekend Reading for April 27, 2012
Published on 2012-04-27 04:44:47
Newt Gingrich has been quietly chugging along in his effort to become the next Republican candidate, but there is word that he will soon give up his bid. That leads to the next question–who will be Romney’s vice presidential candidate? Many are speculating it will be Marco Rubio, but we will just have to wait [...]Weekend Reading for April 27, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Milton Friedman – Four Ways To Spend Money
Published on 2012-04-26 10:20:13
Here’s a little economic lesson for today. Milton Friedman, in his book “Free to Choose“, detailed the four ways to spend money: You spend your own money on yourself. You spend your own money on someone else. You spend someone else’s money on yourself. You spend someone else’s money on someone else. You get the [...]Milton Friedman – Four Ways To Spend Money is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
What Is Tactical Asset Allocation?
Published on 2012-04-25 13:00:26
When it comes to portfolio management, many experts recommend that you focus on asset allocation. Asset allocation is a strategy that involves building a portfolio around asset classes. You include certain percentages of stocks, bonds, cash, real estate, and other investments, depending on the goals for your portfolio. You don’t have to maintain static ratios [...]What Is Tactical Asset Allocation? is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
TD Ameritrade Promotions – 2012
Published on 2012-04-23 17:38:52
TD Ameritrade is currently offering two promotions. See our previous TD Ameritrade review, for more information about the discount brokerage firm. TD Ameritrade is part of TD Bank. Subscribe to our mailing list to get the latest investment promotions. Name: Email: TD Ameritrade offers great discount broker services such as: Guidance and 24/7 support Objective, [...]TD Ameritrade Promotions – 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Personal Capital Review – Investment Centric Version of Mint.com
Published on 2012-04-23 12:42:59
As I’ve discussed in my mint.com review, I think Mint is great for budgeting, but poor when used for investment planning. It appears Mint is targeting people just starting out with their finances (Generation Y and Z). As I mentioned, I wished for a web 2.0 app that focused more on investing: retirement, asset allocation, [...]Personal Capital Review – Investment Centric Version of Mint.com is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Weekend Reading for April 20, 2012
Published on 2012-04-20 04:30:54
Have you heard of the FinCon12? It is a conference for personal finance bloggers. This year it will be held in Denver, Colorado in early September, and I have decided to attend. This will be a great opportunity to meet other finance bloggers face-to-face and to share knowledge with one another. Here is what I [...]Weekend Reading for April 20, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Investing Internationally – How to Get the Best Results
Published on 2012-04-19 18:24:22
American investors have traditionally favored domestic investments over international stocks. The reasons for domestic investment are varied, but the prevailing reason may just be that the US markets are international – the American stock markets are the largest in the world by assets. Investing internationally is an excellent way to improve your total portfolio diversification. [...]Investing Internationally – How to Get the Best Results is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
SEP IRA vs. Individual 401(k)
Published on 2012-04-18 20:30:32
When you own a small business, it’s easy to overlook investing in a retirement plan. After all, you don’t have “the man” to remind you that you should have a retirement plan — and you don’t have that matching contribution. The good news, though, is that you have the potential to contribute more to a [...]SEP IRA vs. Individual 401(k) is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Financial Literacy for Small Business Owners
Published on 2012-04-16 17:03:27
When starting a small business, it’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day operations. In many cases a small business owner starts something up without really considering the financial situation. Some business owners even make their personal finances secondary to trying to get the business off the ground. However, as Financial Literacy Month continues, [...]Financial Literacy for Small Business Owners is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Weekend Reading for April 13, 2012
Published on 2012-04-13 04:37:50
In the last few weeks, there has been speculation that N. Korea would launch a long range missile and that George Zimmerman, the man who shot Trayvon Martin, would be charged with murder. Yesterday, both events occurred. Luckily, the North Korean missile seems to have fallen apart and dropped into the ocean. George Zimmerman was [...]Weekend Reading for April 13, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
How Companies Distort Earnings with Pensions
Published on 2012-04-12 08:27:27
Pensions can be a proverbial slush fund for management eager to hit earnings projections quarter after quarter, and year after year. What many investors don’t realize is that defined-benefit plans in major companies can be a source of long-term “profits” no matter how poorly the underlying business is performing. The Mechanics of Pensions Pensions can [...]How Companies Distort Earnings with Pensions is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Most Personal Finance Blogs Suck!
Published on 2012-04-10 08:50:45
Let met first state no offense to other personal finance bloggers out there, but there are only so many ways to talk about debt. Unlike most Americans, I admire you’ve taken action, and decided to document the process to get out of debt. Though you can only talk about Dave Ramsey’s “debt snowball” in so [...]Most Personal Finance Blogs Suck! is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Looking to Trade Options? Here are Some of the Lowest Rate Brokers
Published on 2012-04-09 12:29:23
One of the ways to make money investing is to use stock options. Options give you the right to buy or sell at a particular prices, within a certain time period. You have the option to complete the transaction, but you are under no obligation to do so. In some cases, this can result in [...]Looking to Trade Options? Here are Some of the Lowest Rate Brokers is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Weekend Reading for April 6, 2012
Published on 2012-04-06 04:31:00
Mitt Romney seems to have the Republican nomination all wrapped up, but Rick Santorum refuses to stop now. We might have a few more weeks before the official nominee can be named, though Romney and Obama already have their sights set on one another. The National Debt and Federal Budget Deficit Deconstructed: Tony Robbins – [...]Weekend Reading for April 6, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Lending Club (April 2012 Update)
Published on 2012-04-05 08:29:50
Time for another Lending Club update. As of today my return is 9.96% NAR, have $7,383.95 invested, and over $1,220 in interest. I have over 360 active notes. Since my last update, I now have ten charged off loans, five 31-120 days late notes, and two 2-30 day late notes. The defaults have changed my [...]Lending Club (April 2012 Update) is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Getting The Most Out Of Your 529 Plan
Published on 2012-04-04 08:27:14
As you are probably aware, the cost of obtaining a college education is an extremely expensive one these days. Even students and families from an upper middle class background can feel pinched by the burden created by tens of thousands of dollars in tuition costs, textbooks, and living expenses. However, unfortunately, our post-recession economy may [...]Getting The Most Out Of Your 529 Plan is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
When Should You Hire Someone Else To Do Your Taxes?
Published on 2012-04-03 15:13:00
One of the things I hear a lot is this: I do my own taxes. And, to tell the truth, I did my own taxes for years as well. It didn’t seem to make sense to pay someone else to do what I, in all honesty, could do on my own. And, really, it wasn’t [...]When Should You Hire Someone Else To Do Your Taxes? is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Unleash the Power Within Review
Published on 2012-04-02 17:48:56
I drank the Kool-Aid during my time off last week. I just got back from a four day seminar with the self-help “guru” Tony Robbins, and his infamous Unleash the Power Within (UPW for short). The seminar was held at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in New Jersey from March 29th till April 1st 2012. It’s [...]Unleash the Power Within Review is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Weekend Reading for March 30, 2012
Published on 2012-03-30 04:16:33
The Supreme Court has begun to hear the case on Obamacare. Does Obamacare violate the Constitution by requiring all U.S. citizens to buy health care or face a financial penalty? This is an important trial, and the decision handed down, which is expected to happen in June, will be groundbreaking. Here is what I am [...]Weekend Reading for March 30, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Mutual Funds vs. ETFs
Published on 2012-03-28 06:54:26
One of the most popular ways to invest is to make use of funds. Funds offer investors the ability to diversify quickly and easily. Additionally, they can be low-cost, as well as provide investments that can be held over a longer period of time. For the most part, investors have the option to choose between [...]Mutual Funds vs. ETFs is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Lending Club Investor Promotions
Published on 2012-03-26 10:14:08
Lending Club (see my review of Lending Club) peer-to-peer investing concept seems to be getting more mainstream by the month. This might be related the low interest rates banks, and other traditional bonds are paying out. Ironically in 2011, Lending Club won the Webby Award for the best Banking/Bill Paying site. Considering that Lending Club [...]Lending Club Investor Promotions is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
Weekend Reading for March 23, 2012
Published on 2012-03-23 04:00:25
Staff Sgt. Robert Bales, the man who allegedly killed 16 Afghanistan civilians, including 9 children, is expected to be charged with 17 counts of murder today. He was on his fourth tour of duty, and his recent actions beg the question, how many war zone deployments are too many? How should the military handle those [...]Weekend Reading for March 23, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright > read more
2 Ways To Maximize Your Roth IRA Returns
Published on 2012-03-22 08:18:52
Your Roth IRA plays an invaluable role in your investment portfolio because, if you play your cards right, it’s a nice, big pool of tax-free retirement savings. And tax-free is hard to beat, right? If you’re a savvy investor, increasing the size of that tax-free retirement nest egg is high on your list of priorities. [...]2 Ways To Maximize Your Roth IRA Returns is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc.Related posts: Five Ways to Improve your P2P Investment How to Ch [..] > read more
Our Home Is Being Foreclosed
Published on 2012-03-21 09:23:31
Well not the current house we live in, but the previous home we owned. I’m actually quite bummed out about this news. We had a lot of great memories in that place, and sad to see anyone experience misfortune. But is it really misfortune, or moral hazard? When I met my girlfriend, who is now [...]Our Home Is Being Foreclosed is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc.Related posts: Why You Shouldn’t Prepay Your Mortgage How to Hire the Right Accountant for You > read more
7 Great Apps from Online Brokers
Published on 2012-03-20 09:29:27
Increasingly, our society is interested in being able to accomplish just about everything on the go. With smart phones pervading our society, it is only natural to want to be able invest from the palm of your hand. If you have a mobile device, you can trade from wherever you are — as long as [...]7 Great Apps from Online Brokers is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc.Related posts: The Ten Best iPhone and iPad Financial Apps How to Choose an Online Broker How Do You Beco [..] > read more
Weekend Reading for March 16, 2012
Published on 2012-03-16 04:55:36
The unseasonably warm weather across the country is actually helping the economy thanks in part to more people going out to shop and construction workers who can continue to work during a time when they are normally at a standstill. However, it remains to be seen how much we may need to pay for storm [...]Weekend Reading for March 16, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc.Related posts: Weekend Reading for March 2, 2012 Weekend Reading for January 27, 2012 Weekend Read [..] > read more
Sold Some Apple Shares Today
Published on 2012-03-15 10:53:26
In my publicly disclosed WTF Fund, I sold 5 shares of Apple (AAPL) today. I still own 20 shares of Apple, so I haven’t completely haven’t exited my position. I haven’t posted any updates about my account, because I really haven’t done much with the account in the six months. I wanted to lock in [...]Sold Some Apple Shares Today is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc.Related posts: Why I Sold Stocks In My Taxable Account Today 2011 WTF Fund Update WTF Fu [..] > read more
Barron’s 2012 Broker Survey
Published on 2012-03-13 19:15:27
Barron’s magazine updated their stock broker survey for 2012. This is the 17th annual ranking of online brokers. Drum roll… this year Interactive Brokers gets the top pick. Last year their top pick was TradeStation, which came in fourth this year. Personally I don’t see what’s so great about Interactive Brokers. They don’t meet the [...]Barron’s 2012 Broker Survey is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc.Related posts: Barron’s 2011 Brok [..] > read more
Best 2012 IRA Promotions
Published on 2012-03-09 08:30:41
The holiday season is over, 2011 is gone, and the new year has begun is. Now is the time for investors to add money to an IRA account. If you currently don’t have one, now is the time to open an account. I’ve done the research, and gathered up the best IRA investment promotions for [...]Best 2012 IRA Promotions is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc.Related posts: Weekend Reading, January 20, 2012 Weekend Reading for March 2, 2012 Lending Club (January 2012 Update) [..] > read more
Weekend Reading for March 9, 2012
Published on 2012-03-09 04:34:56
Production of the Chevy Volt has been suspended for five weeks due to slow sales. Ironically, the announcement came right after the Chevy Volt won the European Car of the Year award. No word yet if the Chevy Volt will be discontinued or if this is just a temporary production break. Here is what I [...]Weekend Reading for March 9, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc.Related posts: Weekend Reading for March 2, 2012 Weekend Reading for February 10, 2012 Weekend Readin [..] > read more
5 Helpful Business Networking Tips
Published on 2012-03-08 13:37:16
As a small business owner, it can help to network. Whether you are trying to raise awareness for your brand, look for clients, or forge partnerships, networking can provide you with a number of opportunities. The basic rules of networking are the same, whether you are online or offline. Here are five business networking tips [...]5 Helpful Business Networking Tips is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. No related posts. > read more
Best Margin Rates
Published on 2012-03-07 10:20:12
Using margin can be a powerful tool, if used carefully. Though finding out which stock broker has the lowest margin rate can be time consuming. We’ve collected the most popular brokers, and list the best margin rates at various deposit amounts. I personally don’t use margin that often, but my taxable accounts are margin based [...]Best Margin Rates is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc.Related posts: What Is Profit Margin? Finding the Best CD Rates Expect Even Low [..] > read more
What Is Profit Margin?
Published on 2012-03-05 12:20:29
When deciding whether or not a company’s stock is a good addition to your portfolio, you need to analyze various aspects of the company. Looking at the financial position of the company can help you figure out whether or not a stock is likely to make a good buy for your portfolio. One of the [...]What Is Profit Margin? is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc.Related posts: How Do You Become A Great Investor? Learn How To Shop! 2011 WTF Fund Update How is Investing and Own [..] > read more
Weekend Reading for March 2, 2012
Published on 2012-03-02 04:48:54
This winter has been an unusually mild one, which many people have enjoyed. However, the recent outbreak of killer tornadoes in southern Illinois and Tennessee may be just an unfortunate preview of what is to come with a warmer than average spring. Economically, Bank of America seems not to have learned from their $5 fee [...]Weekend Reading for March 2, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. No related posts. > read more
Current Stock Broker Promotions
Published on 2012-02-29 05:14:34
Via various promotions, online discount stock brokers are always trying to entice new customers, or lure them from existing brokers. I've listed the most popular promotions below, and links to our various promotion pages. When brokers update their offers, we'll update our web page. Be sure to sign up to our mailing list below, as [...]Current Stock Broker Promotions is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. Stock Broker Reviews (Updated 2011) How to Choose an Online Broker TD Am [..] > read more
Press Your Luck With Dividend Stocks or Fixed Income
Published on 2012-02-28 05:30:30
One of my favorite gameshows from the 80′s was “Press Your Luck”. The popular phrase from that show was “big bucks and no whammies”! Unfortunately investors looking for yield in 2012 and 2013 are only going to get whammies. It’s a very difficult time to invest looking for yield, and I actually call it a [...]Press Your Luck With Dividend Stocks or Fixed Income is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. Could Disney Make a Good Addition to Your [..] > read more
Is Buying A Franchise A Good idea?
Published on 2012-02-27 08:45:50
One of the options for those who want to own a business is to buy a franchise. When you purchase a franchise, you are basically buying the right to operate a retail location under an established brand. Often, people think of food establishments, like McDonald’s (MCD) or Subway, when they think of franchises. But it [...]Is Buying A Franchise A Good idea? is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. Why Buying a Timeshare is a Bad Idea APMEX Reviews of Buying Gold and Silver O [..] > read more
Weekend Reading for February 24, 2012
Published on 2012-02-24 04:49:15
This week, there was plenty of good economic news with the report that jobless claims are at 351,000, which is a 4 year low and has been going down for the last nine months. In addition, the Dow briefly hit 13,000 and now continues to dance close to that number. The only concern is the [...]Weekend Reading for February 24, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. Weekend Reading for February 10, 2012 Weekend Reading for February 17, 2012 Weekend Reading for February 6, [..] > read more
Domain Name Parking – Income Update
Published on 2012-02-23 09:34:20
In November 2010 I mentioned about generating some passive income by using a domain name parking service. I figured I would give an update to my progress, since it’s been awhile I’ve mentioned this. The basic premise was this: I had a decent amount of domain names I wasn’t doing anything with, and why not [...]Domain Name Parking – Income Update is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. Generate Income from Domain Name Parking? Does Passive Income Really [..] > read more
Small Business Financing Options
Published on 2012-02-22 10:09:54
Obtaining financing for a small business can be a real headache. That is because many of the larger banks are often hesitant to lend money to smaller companies and startup businesses that need financing. A small business owner is left searching for alternative sources to fund their day to day business names. There are a [...]Small Business Financing Options is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. How A Small Business Can Perform Like Wynn Resorts Why Your Small Business Should [..] > read more
Weekend Reading for February 17, 2012
Published on 2012-02-17 04:11:56
The news this week has been dominated by Whitney Houston’s death, but beyond that news is the political news that Rick Santorum may be gaining momentum against Mitt Romney while the media continues to speculate that Obama will win the election. Here is what I am reading this weekend: Obama’s Budget Is Every Investor’s Worst [...]Weekend Reading for February 17, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. Weekend Reading for February 10, 2012 Weekend Reading [..] > read more
1031 Exchange Rule – How To Use In Real Estate Investing
Published on 2012-02-16 08:55:19
One of the tools that real estate investors have at their disposal is the 1031 exchange. This is a type of “like-kind” exchange that allows real estate investors to defer the capital gains taxes they pay when they sell a property. Essentially, it allows them to put off paying taxes so that they have more [...]1031 Exchange Rule – How To Use In Real Estate Investing is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. REITs vs. Real Estate Investing REIT (Real Estate Inves [..] > read more
You’re A Patsy If You Buy Facebook’s IPO
Published on 2012-02-15 14:18:24
Facebook recently announced they are going public. Mark Zuckerberg plans on making approximately $40 Billion from the IPO. While I do think Facebook is a great company and amazing success story, you have to be a patsy to invest in them. The popular saying in poker is “if you don’t know who’s the patsy at [...]You’re A Patsy If You Buy Facebook’s IPO is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. Weekend Reading for December 2, 2011 > read more
Weekend Reading for February 10, 2012
Published on 2012-02-10 04:53:37
In a surprise turn of events, Rick Santorum swept Minnesota, Missouri and Colorado. It still looks as if Mitt Romney will be the Republican candidate, but now it will be quite some time until that is determined. Here is what I am reading this weekend: Majority of Retail Investors Predict Election Victory for Obama but [...]Weekend Reading for February 10, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. Weekend Reading for February 17, 2012 Weekend Reading for February 6, 2010 W [..] > read more
What Is Human Capital?
Published on 2012-02-09 07:28:02
One of the concepts that has been receiving a lot of attention lately is the idea of “human capital.” Human capital represents the knowledge, expertise and skills that someone has as related to an ability to contribute economic value. Human capital is not a particularly new concept. Indeed, the immortal Adam Smith recognized the importance [...]What Is Human Capital? is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. Are Those Long Term Capital Gains, or Short Term Gains? Are [..] > read more
Sam Zell on the Zuckerberg Tax
Published on 2012-02-08 07:24:51
Sam Zell, the real estate tycoon, was on CNBC this morning. Sam commented on the New York Times “Zuckerberg Tax” editorial. In case you aren’t aware; it’s been reported Mark Zuckerberg will owe $2 Billion in taxes, once Facebook goes public. The editorial states assets should be taxed mark to market to capture taxes “missed” [...]Sam Zell on the Zuckerberg Tax is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. No related posts. > read more
Wealth is Much More than About Money
Published on 2012-02-06 08:03:08
Wealth is a state of mind. Hear me out before you think I’m a nut job for making this statement. I know this sounds a little weird and metaphysical, but from my experience it’s true. The psychology related to money and wealth is important to understand, much more than the physical process. The mechanics of [...]Wealth is Much More than About Money is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. The Secret To Building Wealth The Poor Transfer Wealth to The Rich Via Credit C [..] > read more
Weekend Reading for February 3, 2012
Published on 2012-02-03 04:51:32
You may not know the name Heather Peters, but perhaps you soon will. Peters sued Honda because her hybrid car did not get the 50 mgp it advertised it would get. Surprisingly, the judge awarded her $10,000, the estimated amount she paid in additional gas since buying her car in 2006. Honda is appealing, but [...]Weekend Reading for February 3, 2012 is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. Weekend Reading for February 28, 2010 Weekend Reading, January 20, 2012 Weekend Readi [..] > read more
How to Choose an Online Broker
Published on 2012-02-02 11:31:55
The Internet has made it easy for just about anyone to begin investing. An online broker can provide you with the ability to trade stocks and funds, as well as open some types of retirement accounts and even engage in options trading. Before you sign up for an online broker, though, make sure you do [...]How to Choose an Online Broker is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. TD Ameritrade Review – The Perfect Online Broker? Smart Money 2011 Broker Survey Stock Broker Reviews [..] > read more
Capitalism is NOT a Zero Sum Game!
Published on 2012-01-31 11:32:40
Capitalism is about expanding the economic pie, not trying to divide a static pie equally. Quite frankly I am getting tired of socialist writers, and progressive politicians implying the economic pie is static, and we must divide it equally. They claim everyone deserves their “fair share” of the pie. Life isn’t fair, nor will it [...]Capitalism is NOT a Zero Sum Game! is from Investor Junkie Copyright Empowering Media, Inc. Low Fixed Interest Rates Game Plan CNBC Commercial & [..] > read more