In , one that would be working on my wedding, I'd be most concerned with one thing, experience. The person behind the camera would have to prove to me that he's not practicing his craft on my special day, that he knows what he's doing and is capable of being creative as well as detail oriented. Many amateur videographers or those that are trying to get into the business start out by working on weddings, and like in most things, you learn from...more
To know that one has a divine right to live in abundance means that one has a respect for nature's supply. Usually those who have become abundance conscious are also environmentally conscious. With respect to nature, many who have aligned themselves with universal laws strive to incorporate every aspect of their lives with abundance principles and concepts.Consequently, as we become more conscious, we understand that money is a seed and in many...more
In the last few years, the agriculture sector has witnessed a sharp rise in food prices. Rise in poverty and global warming is being predicted to cause more shortage of food and clean drinking water in the years to come. Developing nations are being said to be the worst affected with such global issues. If experts are to be believed, the present need is to adopt the concept of environmental sustainability and invest in countries that have untapped potential for food production. For instance, countries such as Ukraine, Russia and Kazakhstan hold good potential for export and agricultural production. Therefore, responsible investment along with effective policies for sustainable development is required to make sure these developing countries also play an important role in solving global food crisis.Apart from socially responsible investing, government policies of these countries will also play an important role. Unless the agriculture sector doesnt offer a supportive platform for ethical investing opportunities, financial firms from all sectors will not be motivated to invest money in such economies. Agriculture has been declared a national priority in Russia and the amount of...more
When it comes to making a choice between buying new medical equipments or used medical equipments, the latter one is always a wise choice. Used medical equipments are affordable and economical when compared to new ones. It is one of the innovative ways to finance your equipment needs. This offers a substantial means for your business savings. These...more
With all the volatility of the stock market, have you ever wondered what alternatives are there to the stock market? One alternative to investing in the stock market, especially during times of exceptional volatility is in a Fixed Index Annuity (FIA), a hybrid between a fixed and variable annuity, for long-term growth. What is an...more
Expect the UnexpectedThe bears confidence is strong and the recent downturn is only strengthening that confidence. The bears conviction has been strong for months though and the markets have just kept going up.Thats why, as contrarians, we should be looking at the what ifs that no one is expecting. Remember, the market has a tendency to do the exact opposite of what most market players are expecting. Thats why, in the short-term, we could see the run-uphold onto your hatscontinue.The amount of bearishness out there is still extreme.A little over a week ago James Grant, a well-known and highly-respected perma-bear, officially turned bullish. In his Wall Street Journal article, From Bear to Bull, Grant made a case for why the market could sustain current levels and the economy could recover much faster than most folks expect.But heres the thing. Grant was universally maligned. He has been the steady hand of the bears for years. And he has been a welcome ally during this rally. His proposal about a quick economic recovery was attacked from all sides. It was almost like the bears took it personally.The near-universal vilification of Grants betrayal is just anecdotal evidence of how...more
When to Buy Gold StocksA few months ago we looked at the three stages of market sentiment. After all, if you pay close attention to sentiment, you can significantly increase your upside potential and reduce your risk. Youll achieve that by focusing...more
An annuity is an investment you make through an insurance company. It represents a contractual relationship between you and the company. And, although offered by only the insurance industry, annuities have little, if anything, in common with...more
Entrepreneurs develop ideas for new business models, products, and services, but often have problems finding financing for their ventures. Innovations fail to create value when they cannot attract the resources required to develop them. Venture...more
With the world in recovery mode, many people are still questioning how the markets got so out of control. They are also questioning something a little closer to home; their own finances.Some people will be looking for more tax efficient investments....more
As the world slowly recovers from the credit crunch and we look back at what went right and what went wrong, people are increasingly looking to take control of their finances.Trying to be more tax efficient with your savings and investments is always...more
As the major economies start to stabilise and the risk of a depression fades into the distance many are reflecting on a few important points. Firstly, how did it all happen? Secondly, how can they better protect themselves in the future?If we were to...more