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Auto insurance fraud is dramatically on the increase. Non-profit sites like the Coalition Against Insurance Fraud report that auto insurance fraud costs in the region of $12.3 billion or more each year. What's more it is a very lucrative business for the criminals. But how is this type of fraud generally perpetrated and how can you tell if it has happened to you? Auto insurance fraud often comes in several guises the more common ones being these: STAGED ACCIDENTS An accident is staged in which ...
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Why offer seller financing? Let me give you an example. Many years ago I bought a rental property, and then realized I didn't want to be a landlord. So nine months later I sold it for 15% more than I paid, without fixing or improving a thing. The easy terms are what sold it. I took $1000 down, and years later, I still get a payment every month, with 9% interest. Reasons To Offer Seller Financing 1. You'll get a higher price. The example above shows that buyers pay for easy terms. Think about ...
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Although still not a mainstream phenomenon, Personal Finance Blogs are an increasingly popular additional source of investing and financial planning information. Many people peek in sporadically to see what's generating buzz this week. As the arena gets more and more crowded, it begs the question: "What do the bloggers think of each other?" Some like the variety. "It's the wide range of perspectives and the timely information that I enjoy most about all the personal finance blogs out there," ...
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How online payday loans or cash advance loans work? Online payday loans usually work by first filling out a pre-approval application. 90% of the time, your credit is not pulled. Most payday loans are not based on your credit history, so, even if you have bad credit you are still welcome to apply. If having your credit pulled is a concern to you, check their FAQ's page, that will usually tell you whether or not your credit will be pulled. After you have filled out the initial application, you ...
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In today's economy people are working harder and finding less time to get everything on their schedule done. As a result, people and companies are willing to pay money for services that will make their lives a little easier. This week, I picked up a copy of Entrepreneur Magazine's startup series book entitled Start Your Own Personal Concierge Service, and was intrigued with the examples I found of people who have built successful businesses by providing a valuable service to corporations ...
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Parent Loans If you are entering college soon, but have no idea how you are going to pay for anything from books to your actual tuition fees, chances are that you are going to be relying upon your parents in some way, shape, or form. For most first-time college undergraduates, college or university tuition is either paid through grants, because parents' financial information allows the use of grants, scholarships, because of academic or athletic prowess, or loans, because students can not pay ...
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Why Most CEOs Fail? Building a Great Company From Within & Using Your Employees to Find and Fix problems By Chet Holmes, President of Jordan Productions Times are tough. The economy is in a constant state of upheaval. Is your company doing better than most? Are you placing greater emphasis on pure performance? If you haven't maybe it's time for a serious round of intense corporate soul searching. But do you know how? Business consultant Chet Holmes says that beyond pure ...
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In the midst of the global economic crisis, many small businesses are on the brink of closing down if not enough capital infusion is found. It is now even more difficult to get small business loans from banks, though. Ironically, the exact reasons why small businesses need such small business loans ' the fact that business has slowed down and profitability has plummeted ' are the same reasons why banks turn them down for loans.Small businesses now have to be more resourceful in finding ...
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If any institution is known for managing finance, it is banks. This is why many people seek advice about personal finances from professionals at their local bank. Banks can provide you with personalized finance solutions. They can help you better manage your finances. Talking to a bank advisor can often help you find out what financial solutions are available and how can these solutions can work to your benefit. In order to boost your confidence in your personal finances and your future, you ...
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b>Choosing a Loan Term - When More is Less Many people who contemplate financing an RV, or any other high-ticket item such as a boat or private aircraft, are intimidated by the length of the financing term needed for an acceptable payment. Typical financing terms are 10 to 20 years, with 15 years being the most common. Some consumers choose a shorter financing term and a higher payment simply because of their fear of the longer-term commitment. Even though they obviously know RV owners rarely, ...
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