Dividend Link Roundup + MORE

Reasons To Buy Dow Dividend Stocks – dividends4life.com According to data collected from FactSet Research, dividend payments reached $117 billion, or $347.43 per share, in February — only 7% below the 2007 record of $372.46 per share. The Dow has been rapidly picking up the pace ever since the financial crisis, which caused a dip in the overall tally as companies like General Electric (NYSE:GE) and Bank of America (NYSE:BAC) were forced to reduce or Continue Reading On dividends4life.com » Weekend Readings – intelligentspeculator.net I just love this digital era. Have you ever heard of the TV show Veronica Mars?...

Four Questions To Ask A Short Sale Listing Agent + MORE

Four Questions To Ask A Short Sale Listing Agent – biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/ In the past year of working with primarily short sales, I’ve gained enough experience to fill at least one book.  I’ve dealt with just about every possible scenario from multiple lenders involved in the transaction to having to dispute valuations from 3rd party agents.  Although I was certified through an awesome organization, nothing prepared me for the trenches like the war itself… Continue Reading On biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/ » What Can You Rent for $950 a Month? – zillowblog.com Take a look at the rentals we found for those with a...

3 Habits You Must Give Up If You Want Sustained Happiness + MORE

The Choice Is Yours: Which Way Will You Go? – mysuperchargedlife.com/blog/ Which way will you go? As Chuck Swindoll says, “Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it.” Don’t breeze right past that.  It is loaded with wisdom that can make all the difference in your life. If getting what you want is 90% dependent on your reactions and you control your reactions, then YOU have a big responsibility here… Continue Reading On mysuperchargedlife.com/blog/ » From Riches to Rags, Happily – thechangeblog.com Photo by H o l l y. By Dalene Heck 2,100 square...

Cramer's Lightning Round – CVS Caremark And The Power Of Positive Thinking (3/13/13) + MORE

Stocks That Follow This Simple Practice Beat The Markets 6-To-1 – investopedia We look at what the sequester is, what to expect from it, and which companies might suffer. Continue Reading On investopedia » Show Me the Money, US Physical Therapy – fool.com All cash flow is not created equal. Continue Reading On fool.com » Singapore (NYSE: EWS) and Southeast Asia: A Golden Opportunity You Can’t Afford to Ignore – http://www.investmentu.com/ Having just polished off a Tiger beer at the Long Bar at the famed Raffles Hotel in Singapore, I am writing to you from a teak desk in the...

How Email Marketing Benefits Your Small Business + MORE

Does Collaboration Actually Hurt Productivity? – inc.com In some offices the insistence on collaboration is forcing people to take creative measures to focus. What’s the new etiquette when it comes to connection vs. concentration?Collaboration is all the rage (so much so that some are even speculating it might be the new greenwashing), but this trendy we’re-all-in-it-together ethos doesn’t just set off some folks’ hype sensors, it also presents other dangers… Continue Reading On inc.com » 3 Social Media Startups to Watch From SXSW 2013 – youngentrepreneur.com The ‘next big thing’ in social media might not have debuted this week, but...

Spring means Spring Cleaning + MORE

Expert: The Economy Is Picking Up Steam – moneytalksnews.com JP Morgan economists Michael Feroli, Robert Mellman and Daniel Silver think the economic growth rate will hit 2.5 percent by Christmas, and that not even the sequester, higher gas prices, or the payroll tax hike will stop that.They told MarketWatch, ““If the consumer were down for the count, we’d have a different story… Continue Reading On moneytalksnews.com » How to Build a GIC Ladder – canadianfinanceblog.com Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GIC) provide a guaranteed form of income, provided you lend your money for a set amount of time. In return for the ability...

5 Ways to Reduce Spending and Small Business Operating Costs

Small businesses need to curb their spending anywhere they can. A small business spends the most on operating costs, like rent, office supplies, and even a few employees. However, there are a number of ways that small businesses can reduce their operating costs without hurting the business. If you are an already established small business or thinking about setting up shop, knowing where to cut corners can be important in getting your business to that sweet spot where you are actually turning a profit, and barely keeping your head above water. Here are 5 ways to reduce spending and small...

Top 5 Small Business Banking Tips

Irate / Foter.com / CC BY-SA Whether you have a head for finance or not, managing your small business banking affairs can be difficult. Finding the service you need, securing loans, and keeping accounts in order are all important tasks that require your attention. Business is very much a numbers game, and your success or downfall will largely depend on how you handle your business’s numbers. Remember these great tips for small business banking to keep your finances under control at all times. Don’t Mix Business with Personal Failure to keep business and personal finances separate is the cardinal sin...

5 Tips to Help You Save on Air and Heating Costs for Your Home

@rild / Foter.com / CC BY-NC-ND Energy costs have been on the rise for years, leading millions of people all over the world to look for ways that they can save on heating and air conditioning at home. Staying comfortable indoors can be difficult, especially if you live in a climate of hot summers and harsh winters. Follow these 5 easy tips to start saving on air and heating costs by making your home more energy efficient. Insulate the Attic Think back to your elementary school science classes. Hot air rises above cold air, which means that your heat is...

Worst Five Reasons HSBC Profit Dropped After Money Laundering Fine

 The net profit of the global banking corporation HSBC dropped by about 17 percent in 2012, in comparison to the previous year because of many reasons. Chief amongst them are the hefty fine it had to pay to for money laundering case, as it squared off a large amount of bad debt, selling some financial policy in an in appropriate way and dropping of its share prices. The net profit of the biggest banking house in the year 2012 was about $ 14.03 billion, whereas in 2011 it rose up to $ 16.2 billion. Therefore, not meeting up with the...

5 Tips to Help You Save Money on Concert and Event Tickets

Caesar Sebastian / Music Photos / CC BY-NC-ND If you have ever been to a big concert or event, chances are that your ticket cost you a small fortune. Unfortunately, due to the rise of music piracy, more and more musical artists are getting their main source of revenue from touring and concert sales, which has jacked up the prices for ticket sale, sometimes 10 fold. Yet, there are a number of ways that you can find cheap tickets, inexpensively and legally. Here are 5 tips to help your save money on concert and event tickets. It is highly recommended...

BP 009: Using Hard Money Lenders to Grow Your Business with Ann Bellamy + MORE

Jamie Kennedy Lists Los Angeles Home for a Loss – zillowblog.com Source: IMDb Contemporary and private — two of the biggest buzz words in celebrity real estate — and Jamie Kennedy’s home has both qualities. The comedian and actor just listed his Los Angeles residence for sale. He picked up the gated home at 2508 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles CA 90027 for $2… Continue Reading On zillowblog.com » Pope Francis’s New Home In The Vatican City – therealestatebloggers.com So the new Pope Francis has been elected, lets go and look at the Papal Apartment in the Apostolic Palace in the Vatican City...

Mentally Fatigued? How to Keep Your Mind Fresh + MORE

Mentally Fatigued? How to Keep Your Mind Fresh – stevenaitchison.co.uk/blog/ The deadline is near. You still have loads to do. You’re exhausted, but you must push through the fatigue and get the work done. Now. Trouble is, you’ve already been at it for hours. It takes longer and longer to do anything. How you are going to get your commitments done on time when your mind is no longer fresh? And this is making you feel even more stressed… Continue Reading On stevenaitchison.co.uk/blog/ » 7 Amazing Ways to Be Creative Like a Child – dumblittleman.com Creativity is like the ebb...

4 Trends You Need to Know About This Bull Market + MORE

Make 13.2% in the Next Bear Market – http://www.investmentu.com/ This week I’m in St. Petersburg, FL speaking at the 15th Annual Investment U Conference.  I love attending the conference every year and seeing the other speakers present their ideas for the best ways to make money in the markets. What I especially appreciate is that most of the speakers’ ideas are simple… Continue Reading On http://www.investmentu.com/ » Wells Fargo's Wren Says Market `Shot Out of Cannon' (Audio) – bloomberg.com March 13 (Bloomberg) — Scott Wren, senior equity strategist at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, discusses the recent rally in the stock...

3 Steps for Leaders to Minimize Conflict + MORE

5 Quick Tips for Better Bootstrapping From SXSW – youngentrepreneur.com The founders of popular image-hosting service imgur on what it takes to launch a tech startup without seeking outside investors. Continue Reading On youngentrepreneur.com » Big Speech? You're Practicing Wrong – inc.com If you want to know how you really look to investors, it’s time to record yourself.Most CEOs never know how their pitch looks or sounds–until someone videotapes you at a pitching event. And then you watch the footage: OMG!You’re not alone. When I saw my first video, all I could think when I stared at my hands was...

How to Choose the Perfect Gift + MORE

Persistence Can Pay Off When Dealing with Customer Service – canadianfinanceblog.com So last week I was struggling with Bell to get my phone unlocked. Eventually, after three phone calls with their customer service department, escalating to a Supervisor, and $84 later, I was finally able to unlock my phone. As I was now planning on switching phone providers, I researched my options, settled on a company that had fair pricing plans, a deal going on, and most importantly – no contracts… Continue Reading On canadianfinanceblog.com » 8 Questions About Your Money and Your Spouse 🙂 – budgetsaresexy.com/ Hidey-ho! Came across...

Tips to Improve Your Home’s Insulation + MORE

As Papal Conclave Meets, Go Inside the Vatican Tourists Don't See – realestate.aol.com Filed under: News By Michael Kelley This week the Vatican’s papal conclave began the process of choosing the next spiritual leader of 1.18 billion Catholics worldwide. Black smoke poured from the Sistine Chapel chimney on Tuesday, signaling that cardinals had failed on their first vote of the papal conclave to choose a new pope… Continue Reading On realestate.aol.com » Are Hedge Funds Blowing Bubbles? – biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/ Last month the New Republic published a provocative article by former TV producer David Dayen on hedge funds and real estate...

Love Will Set You Free + MORE

How to Manage Food Cravings While Getting Healthy – theselfimprovementblog.com/ By Melody Larson – Congratulations! You’re on your way to healthier eating. Maybe it’s week one, two or five for you of adopting a healthier diet – no more junk food, fast food, processed food. Perhaps you’ve even made the commitment to go vegan and dump the meat and dairy… Continue Reading On theselfimprovementblog.com/ » Love Will Set You Free – thechangeblog.com Photo by Kayla Kandzorra By Maia “You must love in such a way that the person you love feels free” ~ Thich Nhat Hanh To love someone is...

Investment Blogs You Need to Read for More Success

Perhaps you are just getting into the investment or money management game and want to know more about how to have success, or perhaps you are a seasoned investor who is looking for even more perspectives and information. Wherever you stand, you can always use more resources. Here are four top investment bloggers you should check out: For The Expert: Portfolio Strategy   Having written the Portfolio Strategy column for Forbes for almost 30 years, Ken Fisher is highly recognized as a leading voice in the financial market. If you are a power investor who loves working on your portfolio...

Unmanned Aircrafts: The Greatest Opportunity Since 1984 + MORE

How to Protect Your Portfolio From the "Sequester" – streetauthority.com The "fiscal cliff" deadline came and went without even a bearish whimper from the stock market. Now, the so-called "budget sequester" — a set of laws that limit federal spending — was put into effect on March 1. Absolutely nothing negative has happened to the economy — so far. The bullish reactions to these events, which may result in long-term, negative overhang on the thriving stock market, have lulled many investors into a false sense of security… Continue Reading On streetauthority.com » LinkedIn Is Still a Buy – fool.com Why...

5 Tips for Surviving the Shark Tank + MORE

5 Tips for Surviving the Shark Tank – inc.com If you get an opportunity to pitch your business to investors, following these five principles will help you secure funding for your growth.At some point, growth businesses need to raise capital. Funding from cash flow and the owners’ bank accounts are the best sources but are inherently limited, especially if you have a business that is scaling rapidly… Continue Reading On inc.com » A Simple Follow Up to Create More Profits In Your Business – .businessownersideacafe.com/ How many times have you attended a networking event, had a number of great conversations...

3 Reasons to Read Fiction + MORE

Three Reasons to Consider Investing in Silver – free money wisdom Lately, in an effort to balance out my finances, I have been converting some of my savings into silver by investing in American Silver Eagle and other silver coins. I did so for a number of reasons. One was because I had friends who had invested in either gold or silver who suggested I do so to as a simple way to invest… Continue Reading On free money wisdom » Capital One 360 Checking Review – ptmoney.com Today I’m going to give you my Capital One 360 Checking review....

House #46: Pre-Rehab (VIDEO) + MORE

Visiting Austin for SXSW? You'll Probably Want to Move There – realestate.aol.com Filed under: News You’re in Austin, Texas, rockin’ out at the South by Southwest music festival. You’re soaking up the sights and sounds, the people and the parties, of the “Live Music Capital of the World.” You’re falling in love with the city. And in a year’s time, you’ll be moving there. Well, that’s what local Realtors are banking on, anyway… Continue Reading On realestate.aol.com » House #46: Pre-Rehab (VIDEO) – 123flip.com/blog My Milwaukee partner, Marty Boardman (FlippingPhoenixHouses.com), did it again…here’s his walk-through of The WI-4 House that...

Interview with Jamie Smart on Developing The Inner Self + MORE

How Optimism Can Help You to Improve any Relationship – oplife.org/ Optimism can help you to get rid of enemies and unpleasant people and to fill your world with loving people. Scandals, fights, heated discussions – all this is an integral part of most people’s lives. At work, we are dissatisfied with the boss and constantly criticize him, arguing with spouse at home, pointing children how to behave, what to do, etc… Continue Reading On oplife.org/ » Interview with Jamie Smart on Developing The Inner Self – stevenaitchison.co.uk/blog/ Today I have the great pleasure of being the host on Day...