Real Estate Rookies Need to Work Smarter, Not Harder!
The housing boom has attracted a flood of newcomers to the real estate profession. Those that have been downsized, retirees and even people who just want a better life style see real estate careers as exciting, less stressful and offering high rewards.But they soon discover that the real estate ... more...

Five Do's To Get the Best Mortgage
The number one rule: pay your bills on time. There is no single element that can do so dramatic impact on the success of an application as your credit history. Another thing, of course, is savings. You should establish a good disciplined savings habit. Although there are a lot of programs right now ... more...

Key an Eye on Your Mortgage Payments
In previous decades, when a borrower missed a payment on a mortgage, the lender would often consider them one month behind until they eventually caught up. Most lenders would impose a late fee and other interest or penalties, tacking them onto the back end of the loan as long as the lender stayed ... more...

Real Estate Terms From Appraisals to Comps
When youre selling your home or other real property on your own, you dont have to know everything about the process. It does help to have a practical knowledge of the terms that come up during the process.Keep in mind, these arent intended as be all, end all, penultimate definitions. Theyre ... more...

Christian Online Dating - Worth the Bother?
Top Christian Online Dating TipsGiven the shortage of single Christian men and women in many small churches today, the advent of online dating has become a favored way to meet eligible single men.Of course, using the internet to find a partner is not without its risks and downside, but with so many ... more...

The Truth About Prepaid Credit Cards
Prepaid credit cards have been around for over ten years now, although they are just now coming into the spotlight. Prepaid credit cards are basically credit cards backed by major credit card companies that offer you the ability to deposit money onto the card and then use it for purchases. You are ... more...

Fixed Versus Adjustable Rate Mortgages
Which One Should You Choose?Choosing between a fixed rate loan and aa adjustable rate loan is one of the most perplexing choices anyone can make. With a fixed rate loan, you know exactly where you stand today, and where youll stand any number of years from today. The fixed rate is easy to ... more...

Fantasy Football Format -- Go Basic or Go Home
My fantasy football league is approaching its 16th season. We have had 16 teams competing before, but now we are a 14-team league. Although the subject of performance points is bandied about at our league meetings virtually every year, we remain a basic scoring league -- the only way to go for ... more...

A Collection of Unrelated Thoughts - Volume One
Have you ever heard of an FBI agent who wasn't "special"? Or an attorney who wasn't "at law"?Have you ever met an optometrist who didn't wear glasses? Do you think maybe the fact that most of them wear glasses has anything to do with advertising?Until recently, I thought Jessica Simpson was a ... more...