Brand Value Plan - Brand Identity Guru
Developing brand value is critical to every organization and when professionally executed, delivers a clear and measurable competitive advantage to your firm. It does so by helping you establish a positive connection and value-relationship with your customer, which, over time, will build brand ... more...

10 Steps to Creating Your Smalll Business Disaster Plan
I'm a recent Hurricane Rita evacuee and survived the evacuation and the ensuing hurricane. Running from a hurricane isn't something I've ever had to do before, nor is it something I'd ever like to do again. However, as a solo business owner, I'm quite thankful that I have a virtual business. The ... more...

Designing An Effective Filing System
I see it over and over again with my organizing clients -- theyve tried to set up a filing system at home or work. And for a few days, weeks, or maybe even months, it works okay. But then something happens, and they stop filing. Its too hard to remember where things go. Or they cant find their ... more...

The Red Flags of Getting a Home Loan
Red flags are indicators that there may be a current or future problem with the borrower or transaction. They help Underwriters isolate pertinent issues that are part of the overall loan evaluation. They are questionable items, and when there are several, they usually indicate that something is ... more...

How To Create A Business Note That Is More Attractive To A Note Investor
You are selling your small business (business value under $1 million for this article). You would like the buyer of your business to come in with an all-cash offer, or be able to qualify for an SBA guaranteed loan. However, in many cases the owner of the business ends up taking back the ... more...

Your Credit Report is a Vital Financial Document
It is difficult to overstate the importance of a good credit report and high credit score to your financial future. The credit report is one of the most important factors determining the interest rate you will pay on mortgages, personal loans and car loans. Generally speaking, the higher your ... more...

Stated Income Mortgage Loan - Get Approved Online
A stated income or no doc mortgage loan allows individuals with difficult to document income to buy a home. With a documented credit score and reasonably stated income, you can qualify for a mortgage at a slightly higher rate. Online mortgage lenders allow you to easily compare rates on stated ... more...

Tucson Mortgage Refinance How to Mortgage Comparison Shop
Before you sign a mortgage contract you need to read the entire document and pay attention to several key elements. Here is what you need to look for.Has the lender included a prepayment penalty in the contract? This is one of the first things you should look for. Lenders charge prepayment ... more...

Credit Card Debt Watch Your Credit Report and Your Bill
Most consumers are aware of the importance of their credit report. This document, offered to consumers and lenders by the three major credit bureaus, offers a fairly complete list of financial transactions and debts incurred by a consumer. Lenders examine the report, along with the associated ... more...