Recently, the United States Coast Guard captured a freighter filled with about 20 tons of cocaine. That’s worth one big hoo-rah! Then again, I wonder how many more boatloads of dope found their way to …

So you’ve been staying on your boat for 31 days, or you and spouse have been having a little fun with some ‘toys’. Well, according Georgia’s laws, what you are doing is illegal. Across the …

For most, the idea that prostitution should be legalised creates many moral arguments. Some people have become irate with the suggestion, many bringing religion into the debate. But this should not be about religion, or …

In a courtroom, usually, after the attorneys finish their opening statements, in which they tell the jurors what the evidence will prove, then the staging of the evidence starts. The presentation of evidence is mainly …

If you are having problems with paying the bills, eBay can be a good way of making some extra cash. There are three way to use eBay. One, eBay is a good resource of goods at lower …

How to choose for investing in company shares for long term using financial statements to reduce mistakes? Warren Buffett says real investment in share market is investing for long term. Stock market investing should be …

Americans are often considered to be big money wasters. Between buying large gas guzzling cars, and going out on a regular basis for their morning Starbucks, they are often considered to be the kind of …

Gas prices have increased almost a dollar per gallon in the last 12 months.   Most experts predict that drivers will not see any relief at the pump any time soon. Gas prices are expected to …

All citizens are expected and are encouraged to arrange their financial affairs to reduce the amount they owe the government in taxes. This is called tax avoidance and it is different from tax evasion because …

ETF stands for “exchange traded fund”. In essence, an ETF is a portfolio of positions held by a financial institution. When you purchase a share in an ETF, your money is invested in that portfolio. …

The executor of your will is someone not only you need to trust, but also those friends and family members who, in the dark time after your passing, will have to work directly with them. …

Many people have debt they need to pay. Whether they have a good or bad credit history, thousands of dollars are still owed. It makes a lot of sense if people avoid using credit cards without intending to pay …

When I think of the 10 top reasons. I think of the 10 top situations where not getting immediate cash would be foolish. These are as follows: 1)Car brakes down and you have no reliable …

Most of us spend a lot more money on shoes than we need to. Most people don’t like to buy used shoes, and think that they are getting good deal buying new shoes. But, there …

The kids are out of school and the temperature is rising everyday. What does it mean? This can only mean one thing; Summer must be here! This is many people’s favorite season. And why shouldn’t …

A nest egg is a sum of money that is put aside for our future. It doesn’t matter how small that pot of cash is but it is sensible to think ahead and make provision …

A bond is a loan, with a prearranged interest rate and due date. Yield is a general term for how much interest a bond pays. If a bond priced at $1000 pays $50 every year, …

Investing in real estate now may very well prove to be the best investment you have ever made. The true definition of investing is buying at a low price, and holding onto it at least …

If you want to get out of debt and stay out of debt for life, budgeting is essential. All the same, merely having a budget isn’t quite enough. You have to have a budget that …

Pricing at the sweet spot for rental property is fairly easy. As with any property, price estimates depend on location, location, location so not all property pricing is the same. But there are some dependable …

If you think the pre-Christmas sales are fantastic, then you really need to check out the after Christmas clearance sales! These are the sales where merchants are trying to get rid of all of the …

Choosing the right mutual funds for your 401(k) is vitally important to the long term growth of your investments. For many investors, their employer sponsored 401(k) plan may be their primary, or only form of …

Teaching children to save their money is a gift that can produce benefits for their entire lives. While it may seem daunting to impose willpower and discipline over the impulsive nature of youth, the value …

In the market for a home but worrying if you qualify for a mortgage? Knowing how lenders determine whether you qualify for a mortgage can give you a step up on getting the best deal …

Juveniles are sometimes the perpetrators in major crimes such as murder, rape, armed robbery and other serious offenses. As a result, juveniles may be tried and sentenced as adults in criminal court. When children are …

Land investment is one of the most common types of investing. Many people want to make money through land investment, but most don’t know the basics of land investment. In this article, you will find …

In the past couple of years, one of the best financial innovations to become popular has been the Exchange Traded Fund or ETF. The use in exchange traded funds has exploded due to the fact …

Debt collection agencies are often relentless in pursuit of consumers. Collectors will call consumers at home, at work, on cell phones and send numerous letters filled with strong language regarding the disposition of the debt. …

When in the market for life insurance one can be over run with the number of companies to choose from, differences in rates, whether a medical exam is necessary, etc. Once finished looking at all …

Writing an inventory of all the things you possess can seem daunting and difficult, though really isn’t that hard once you understand the significance of the list you create. Your possessions need adequate insurance cover, …