Aug 12 2010
Posted by Gordon as Accounting and Finance, Business Concepts, Strategies, UK Companies
May 10 2010
Posted by Gordon as Accounting and Finance, Business Concepts, Business Enhancements, General Management, Strategies, The Sole Proprietor
May 03 2010
Posted by Gordon as Accounting and Finance, Business Concepts, General Management, Sales and Marketing, Strategies, Tricks of the Trade
You know all about it – how to increase your credit score and keep it that way. Times do change, however, and with it, ideas. Here are some new ideas which might shock you, but experts say that they work to increase your credit scores. I’m not saying you SHOULD do them, but I think they’re worth a shot.
Method 1: Get more credit cards.
This is dangerous – very dangerous if you do not know what you are doing. The idea is to open ...
Apr 10 2010
Posted by as Accounting and Finance, Lifestyle Features
Like many young people, I never thought I would find myself facing serious credit card debt. In my early twenties, I told myself that I would never fall into any debt trap. I had heard so many horror stories, and I just knew I would not live out one of those.
Boy, was I wrong! Many many years later, I am struggling with credit card debt, and if I don’t get a grip on things, I just might get buried. Naturally, I have been looking ...
Last year, the popularity of social networks reached astonishing heights. All over the world, it seemed that everyone suddenly decided to join one social network or another. While it all seems innocuous on the surface, there are some financial implications of joining these networks. Maybe you’ve thought about these, but in case you haven’t, let me point some out.
Your chances of landing a job may be affected. In a bad way, is what I mean. I am sure you have heard of people ...
We all know this: everyone should have some sort of savings account or an emergency fund. After all, we never really know what can happen in the future, and having a stash that can be used in case of emergency is always a useful thing. However, knowing it and actually putting it into practice are two very different things. If you do not have an emergency fund, there is no reason to dillydally. Here’s how to get started.
First, set goals. That is, how much should ...
If there was ever a time to tighten the belt, it is now. While some people are experiencing an upturn in their finances, a lot are still trying to find ways to make ends meet. Even those who are experiencing better days will still appreciate ways to cut back on recurring costs. Let’s look at some simple ways to save money with regard to household expenses. Trust me, they work!
UNPLUG. My husband has the habit of leaving his devices on standby mode. He doesn’t like ...
Jun 15 2009
Posted by Sally as Accounting and Finance, Business and Money
Who does not want to gain financial security? In these times, financial security is something that we all seek for. Fortunately, there are ways and means by which we can achieve a certain degree of security. Here are some rules that are tried and tested. Live by them and find yourself on the road to financial security.
Rely on cash
I believe – and many experts will concur – that learning to rely on the credit card is one reason that many people today find themselves mired deep in ...
In the current global recession, for many people, shopping is a bitter sweet experience. At once an enjoyable and nail biting activity, shopping for recreation has once again become an issue as families struggle with month to month finances. Here are five tips to have fun shopping while still being responsible.
1. Only buy what you set out for
One of the best tips we can give you is to identify what you are going shopping for before you leave the house. Don't just go shopping for shopping's sake because this will cause you to buy things your family does not need. Instead, have a list and stick to it.
The earthquake that hit Haiti is one of the worst in history, and we are all witnesses to the suffering that the people of this country are going through. Even though you and I may be worlds away from Haiti, there are many ways by which we can help. For sure, you have [...]
Shopping for groceries is one of the things my family looks forward to every weekend. We usually go grocery shopping at one of those really big supermarkets that have everything from sugar to televisions to sofa sets.
Aside from being able to go out for a change, the kids get to experience firsthand how it feels [...]
Like many young people, I never thought I would find myself facing serious credit card debt. In my early twenties, I told myself that I would never fall into any debt trap. I had heard so many horror stories, and I just knew I would not live out one of those.
Boy, was I [...]
The whole Duggar family is no stranger to the limelight. They have been featured on TV, magazines, newspapers and every member of the family is used to the coverage. Last year, Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar announced that they were expecting their 19th child. Naturally, they were once again exposed to publicity.
On [...]
Tired of the same old routine when you travel? Feel like doing something totally different from what you normally do? Then why not check out the world’s weirdest hotels! Either you’ll have the time of your life, or you’ll be wanting to stick to the same old stuff.
Propeller Island City Lodge, Berlin
This [...]
We’re right smack in the middle of the Winter Olympics. Have your kids gotten into the spirit of it all yet? It saddens me that today, some kids would rather play sports via the PlayStation (or any other gaming console) than actually go outdoors and kick some butt. With the Winter Olympics [...]
Every house has a first aid kit. That is basic knowledge. But do you have an emergency kit that will help keep you alive just in case you experience a natural disaster? At this point, many families in the Philippines are creating their own disaster emergency kits, if they haven’t got one [...]
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