It is nice when you can experience a great bull run (rising markets), but it could put you in a position where you don’t want to invest more, thinking it may be time for the good market to reverse its positive trend. The problem is that when markets are high and you aren’t looking to sell, you might not quite know what to do with your portfolio. You just need to know the strategies for investing in high markets. Stick to Your Plan If you…
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Starting your own business can be an incredibly rewarding experience. You become your own boss, set your own hours, and write your own paycheck. But running a successful business isn’t easy; it requires a lot of time, knowledge, and focus. But with the right amount of planning, you have an opportunity to build a business that will continue to grow for many years to come. Here are some things to consider when starting your own business: Create a Business Plan A well designed business plan…
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Yes, it is time to start thinking about getting ready to file your 2018 tax return. I know. You just were knee-deep into getting things done for 2017. Whether you are a last minute tax filer or you like to plan ahead, here are some tips to help you stay organized and potentially keep more of your hard-earned money. First, let’s get organized for next year starting today. Here are three ways to make next year’s tax prep easier: 1-Start tracking all of your tax…
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Wouldn’t you like to know how you stack up to your friends and neighbors? What if we all just spoke freely about our income, about how much we spend each month, or about our charitable habits? Read More