If your employer offers 401k matching for your contributions, chances are you can get more bang for your buck just by using a few simple techniques. Sure it’s crucial to make sure you have the right investments within your 401k. But it’s far more important to get the most matching you can. It’s free money […]
How to Find A CPA
Everybody knows how to find a CPA . But very few know how to find a good CPA. And having a good CPA can make all the difference. Over the last 30 years as a financial advisor, I’ve seen the good, bad and (very) ugly when it comes to people who charge you for tax […]
3 Key Secrets When Buying A Foreclosure
If you are interested in buying a foreclosure you have to understand that the rules of the game are far different than in a typical real estate transaction. This is equally important for people who want to buy a residence and for those who want to make an investment in rental property. Many investors aren’t […]
How to Prepare for Income Tax Season
Do you hate feeling rushed? I certainly do. Well… if you procrastinate during income tax season, you’re not only going to have to finish things up at the last minute. You also run the risk of making mistakes. And if that happens you’ll have to deal with stiff tax penalties as well. And if you […]
How to Get A Promotion
You can use a well-defined process if you want to perfect the art of how to get a promotion. Many people think if they work hard and do a good job, promotions will fall in their lap. Unfortunately that just doesn’t happen very often. But the good news is that if you follow this 9-step […]
What is Slippage?
It doesn’t matter if you buy stocks or mutual funds or ETFs. You still need to think about “slippage”. But what is slippage and why should you care? What is Slippage? Slippage is the difference between what you expect to pay for a stock or ETF and the actual price you get. It is also […]