If you’re thinking about buying an existing small business, it could be a fantastic decision – if you do it right. It’s still a tough economy out there. As a result, you may be able to buy an existing business much cheaper – and with much less risk – than setting up a small business […]
Archives for September 2010
In Financial Trouble? How to Get Out Fast and Free
If you’re in financial trouble , it’s easy to freak out. But you don’t have to. You really don’t. This applies even if you lost your job and can’t pay your mortgage or need IRS tax debt relief. I say this because getting all nervous about it isn’t going to help you find a solution. […]
Buying a Condo? Don’t Overlook this One Detail
If you’re buying a condo, you can’t afford to overlook the financial strength or weakness of your homeowners association. This is more important than getting the right mortgage, in many ways. Today, many associations are struggling with unpaid assessments and deferred maintenance. Why? Because so many of your would-be neighbors don’t have the bucks to […]
Boost Social Security Spousal Benefits – 3 Smart, Overlooked Tactics
There are a handful of ways you can boost Social Security spousal benefits. The most obvious is to delay taking benefits until age 70, a move you should really consider if you or your spouse’s health is good. Each year you delay adds about 7% to the eventual benefit. That can really add up. […]
Rollover to Roth 401k – A Good Idea?
Is a rollover to Roth 401k a good idea? As you’ll see in a minute, you may have this option at your current employer. If you leave your job, you won’t be able to do this but you can roll your old 401k to an IRA. Ok. Let’s get back to the issue at hand […]
Is a Debt Settlement Lawyer a Better Alternative?
Should you use a debt settlement lawyer or a debt settlement company to represent you with creditors? Most people go right for the debt settlement companies, but that could be a huge mistake. Don’t get me wrong. I’m like every other red-blooded American. I’m not crazy about attorneys. But this is a case where it […]