We live in fear. Violence, robberies and personal attacks seem to be around every corner. “I’ll get a gun, then I’ll be safe”, say many and believe this to be the answer. But is it? …

Sex offenders should, without a doubt, have to register in the jurisdiction where they take up residency. The real question is, should certain individuals be considered “sex offenders.” I will explain this in the latter …

To make the most of your money, it is important to start financial planning as soon as you can. When you start your first “real” job and start earning a salary, you are likely to …

OK, so let’s say your widower father decides he really doesn’t need the big family house any more, that he’d be better off in a nice, smaller place.  And he knows that you’re just starting …

What is automatic Forex trading? “Only people who have made money from automatic trading systems are the system sellers.” Imagine that an “alien” tries to sell you an automatic system for driving your car. Just …

Gold has gone up in price tremendously in recent years.  Many people are having financial difficulty in these tough times, and cashing in your unwanted gold can be a way that you might be able …

If you are a homeowner, you might have to apply for a home modification plan to help you make your monthly payments. Likewise, if you pay or receive child support payments, you might have to …

Are you a little short on cash between this pay period and the next? Do you need to pay your rent but your a little short in your checking account? Is your electricity about to …

The Adriatic coastline of Albania is a natural treasure, often described as the pearl of Albania. The rugged natural beauty of the landscape meets long sandy beaches which stretch down to the shores of the …

Introduction Investing in the stock market is not just exciting; it can also be profitable. You just have to understand it. In this article I approach the basics of share investing made easy. All you …

After the week we’ve had in the market, it’s easy to panic and to sell, or move all your holdings to cash and wait it out. At my old stomping grounds at the mutual fund, …

Discipline is needed when dealing with finances and many people just do not have farsighted goals as far as investments and finances are concerned. Advice on how to not let past financial failures dictate your …

The number one thing you should be familiar with is money. You can argue that there are more important things in the world, but money is the one thing that we need to be able …

Wednesday, The House of Representatives voted to close a loophole in gun control laws that allowed the Virginia Tech gunman to buy firearms even though he had a commitment to a mental hospital in his …

Retirement doesn’t have to mean padding around the house doing odd jobs just to fill your days. Think of leaving the job force as an opportunity rather than a requirement of the workplace due to …

There are folks who feel that they will get where they need to be in life (although they may not be sure where that is) if they put one foot after the other. They feel …

A restraining order is a legal document which commands someone to cease harming or bothering another. In Florida, one can qualify for an injunction of protection against four kinds of violence: dating, repeat, sexual, and …

Are ETF’S The Way To Go? Here Are Some Hot Ones. I have invested in mutual funds for nearly 40 years. They satisfy my tolerance for risk. Anyone who decides to invest in anything has …

Risk has a number of alternative meanings.It refers to the probability or threat of loss, injury or damage in a general context.According to businessdictionary.com, risk – in the context of insurance – is not an uncertainty, …

The bank account is a way in which a person can pay money in the account, or make payments for goods, withdrawals of cash. Main criteria of having an account is the need to withdraw …

Abortions: Should the father have some say? Another fine topic for argument. But first, let’s review the situation as it is. At this time, if a woman becomes pregnant, SHE, and ONLY she, can decide …

Serious real estate investors shop when everyone else forecloses, sells or panics. However, few try to guess when markets will rebound; timing is tricky even for insiders who track trends and talk to experts. Small …

Coping with the cost of living today has become a struggle for even the most frugal individual. Prices are at an all time high and there is seemingly no relief in sight. I never thought …

“Buy now with no credit check and no money down!” If this welcoming phrase sounds all too familiar, you might already be ensnared in the rent to own trap. Renting to own furniture sounds great, …

In today’s economy many are choosing to rent in lieu of buying their homes. Why would so many people choose to rent in lieu of home ownership? There are many pros and cons of renting …

If you are concerned that your next door neighbour is using drugs, it is probably worth thinking about WHY it is that you are worried before you start spying on them. Are they friends with …

For those who like investing the Warren buffet way (conservative), picking the right stock entails meticulous researching and analyzing a company you desire to invest in. This usually takes time and at time involves hiring …

Prostitutes are commonly portrayed as seedy, drug-addled, dirty, disease ridden underworld denizens.  Perhaps many are.  But why are they this way? Because they are earning a living illegally.  Like illegal immigrants they must fly below …

“GUNS ARE EVIL AND SHOULD BE ELIMINATED. DON’T CONFUSE ME WITH THE FACTS, MY MIND’S MADE UP.” That’s the position taken by the anti gun lobby, despite evidence that gun ownership actually reduces crime. We …

Pay day loans were devised to help out someone who was cash short before pay day.  The original intent was not dissimilar to that of popping into the pawn shop and hocking the family silver …