Secrets To Renting In Cyprus

By William Marind

Cyprus enjoys a remarkably low crime rate 1/6 of the European average another reason for its popularity with foreign buyers for whom security has become a key element in the property world. Visitors are invariably surprised and reassured by this relaxed aspect of life on the island, where crime is virtually unheard of and theft not commonplace. Under the Aliens and Immigration Law, non-Cypriots wishing to take up employment in Cyprus are required to have a work permit.

In these circumstances, promises and the willingness of locals to help may meet the Authority's objections. A more serious consideration however is section 4A of the Streets' and Buildings' Regulations. This amendment of the Law states that, in certain cases, no building permit will be granted to plots of land which are the result of field subdivision. Therefore, the derivation of the site's title must be examined and verified by the District Lands' Office.

Property owners in Cyprus are advised to make a will in Cyprus to cover their Cypriot estate. A Cypriot will speed up the process of obtaining probate in Cyprus.Inheritance Tax is payable on a Cypriot estate and rates are on a sliding scale depending upon the value of the estate. Full professional advice should be obtained with regard to making a Cypriot Will and Inheritance Tax planning.

With the increasing complexity of the property market and the constant introduction of new concepts and measures new for the island (although not so in the European countries) it is advisable that the potential purchaser seeks professional advice prior to concluding a deal in order for hardships and disappointments to be avoided. This advice is specially useful to the foreign purchaser who has to encounter the problem of different laws and local attitudes. For this reason this firm has prepared the following tips which may be useful to the local property purchaser.

It is recommended that a building permit be secured first before works commence, although works such as excavations etc may begin prior to the issue of the building permit. In this case, your architect must consult with the Appropriate Authority to see whether there are any major objections to the drawings.

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Secrets To Renting Properties

By William Marind

Furthermore, it is not sufficient to merely check the zone of the property under consideration but one should also check the zone of the neighbourhood in general. This is so, since your plot may be within an agricultural area but a few feet away there may be another zone, say industrial or animal farming, which will create nuisance to your property.If an area is not subject to zoning, it is best to consult an expert or even pay a visit to the Planning Office and consult, unofficially, the officers on their views on the possible planning use of the area under consideration.

For all the towns and for some villages there are water development zones and it is most difficult to get public water supply to a property sited outside the zone. Do not take, therefore, the word of the estate agent, the owner or the village muchtar, that water supply can be made available. Remember that the appropriate water authority is the Water Development Department only.

Usually, the ancient monument area is marked as AM on the Lands' and Surveys' plans but the non inclusion of the letters AM. does not guarantee that the plot is free from this kind of restrictions. If, therefore, you see on inspection ancient monuments close to the land you intend to buy or if you see your prospective acquisition being marked with AM. or that land close to it is so marked, then check the whole matter with the Antiquities Department.

The transfer of the title can be effective once the Council of Ministers' permission is obtained along with confirmation of receipt of the foreign funds. Upon transfer and registration in the purchasers name the district Land Registry Office will charge transfer fees which are based on the market value of the property at the time of purchase - as follows: Value up to CY50,000 - 3% CY50,001 - CY100,000 - 5% CY100,000+ - 8%

In addition a 1.5%-2% is payable for the structural design and 0.3% for structural supervision. If you are at a loss as to the choice of a suitable consultant, seek the advice of the Registrar of the Association of Architects & Engineers (all licenced architects must be registered). Please bear in mind that in case of large buildings you may be able to negotiate a lower fee (as also in the case of repetitive work).

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Cyprus Real Estate

By William Marind

Cyprus is the lead nation that joined the European Union in 2004 which is another factor affecting the growth and prices in the property for sale market of Cyprus. It is expected that in the run-up to becoming a member of "the club", prices of property for sale in Cyprus will continue to rise at an estimated growth rate of around 20% per annum.The climate of Cyprus makes the island one of the healthiest places in the world. With 340 days of bright sunshine annually.

The Cyprus Property market is one of the fastest growing markets within Europe. Purchasers are attracted by the potential growth in terms of returns on investment of property in Cyprus compared to other countries in Europe and the UK. The climate (340 days of sunshine a year), along with easy access to the UK, Europe and other destinations is also a significant plus factor when considering the purchase of property to buy in Cyprus.

It is recommended that a building permit be secured first before works commence, although works such as excavations etc may begin prior to the issue of the building permit. In this case, your architect must consult with the Appropriate Authority to see whether there are any major objections to the drawings.

In addition a 1.5%-2% is payable for the structural design and 0.3% for structural supervision. If you are at a loss as to the choice of a suitable consultant, seek the advice of the Registrar of the Association of Architects & Engineers (all licenced architects must be registered). Please bear in mind that in case of large buildings you may be able to negotiate a lower fee (as also in the case of repetitive work).

The direct approach (find out who the owner is of the plot you are interested in and ask him if he wants to sell) may prove to be the best one. Bear in mind that it is the seller who pays for the commission of the agents and not the purchaser and for this reason agents have the owner's interest at heart and not yours.

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Secrets To Reselling Property

By William Marind

Be absolutely sure that the land you are buying is in fact the land that you are being shown. Ask for a copy of the title deed and check the sheet/plan/plot references and the site plan of the site. Look at the site plan and ascertain from its boundaries its shape and sitting. The location of nearby roads and buildings, major differences in the topography of the ground, rivers and streams are clearly shown on Lands' Office plans. If you cannot study the site plan seek the advice of your property surveyor.

Cyprus is the lead nation that joined the European Union in 2004 which is another factor affecting the growth and prices in the property for sale market of Cyprus. It is expected that in the run-up to becoming a member of "the club", prices of property for sale in Cyprus will continue to rise at an estimated growth rate of around 20% per annum.The climate of Cyprus makes the island one of the healthiest places in the world. With 340 days of bright sunshine annually.

For those who want to buy a plot of land and put up a building there, there are certain major points they have to bear in mind. As a rough and general rule, and provided there is a "satisfactory" access, a single house can be erected on a plot of land. If more than one house is required, then water must be provided. The water supply may be either from a public or private source. In the event of private water supply (usually a borehole) its quantity and quality are tested by the Water Development Department.

In these circumstances, promises and the willingness of locals to help may meet the Authority's objections. A more serious consideration however is section 4A of the Streets' and Buildings' Regulations. This amendment of the Law states that, in certain cases, no building permit will be granted to plots of land which are the result of field subdivision. Therefore, the derivation of the site's title must be examined and verified by the District Lands' Office.

Location: In any particular area there are many blocks of flats under construction (this is less true for the Paphos residential areas). Try to shop around and choose a block in a good area. Of course what is a 11 good" area is relative and depends on various factors including personal judgement and taste. it is widely accepted, however, that a 11 good" area is one which is relatively central, not densely developed with flats, more of a residential area, relatively quiet (not on main roads) and which is close to schools and shops.

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Buy Cyprus Property

By William Marind

Self-employed persons must possess academic or professional qualifications, which are in demand in Cyprus and do not crate competition to the local population. People of Cypriot origin or the foreign wives of Cypriot citizens are not regarded as foreigners. Residence permits are issued to the following providing that certain criteria are met.

Another factor which is also related to the price, is the payment terms. A developer could be asking a high price for flats but he could be offering very attractive payment terms over a long period. Compare, therefore, not only the extent, quality etc. of a flat, but also the payment terms in order to ascertain who is offering you the best deal.

Going through a company like Headlands has several advantages: you will get to see a wide range of properties in Cyprus that suit your requirements;you have the benefit of our many years experience, as well as a fully staffed office to support you in the UK; it will eliminate any possible misunderstandings ;it helps takes away the stress and strain associated with house purchasing in Cyprus.

It is usual for developers to give credit terms of payment when selling these flats. Terms vary from developer to developer but commonly these are as follows: on signing the sale agreement - 1/3 of the total value; during construction - 1/3 of the total value; the balance over a period of 2 to 3 years. In most cases interest is charged at the rate of 9 per cent per annum as from the date the purchaser takes delivery of the apartment. (i.e. completion)

As an indication, one should have in mind that the average construction cost for a house is between C160 to C200 per square metre and the purchase cost of building sites offered for this purpose could range from C1 to C2 per square foot in resort areas, whereas in the towns this can reach C5 per sq. f t.Credit terms on villa/building site/land/cottage acquisitions are normally made and the generally acceptable payment terms are 50% on signing and the rest over a period of 1-2 years (at 9% interest on the reducing balance).

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Properties In Cyprus Secrets

By William Marind

In addition a 1.5%-2% is payable for the structural design and 0.3% for structural supervision. If you are at a loss as to the choice of a suitable consultant, seek the advice of the Registrar of the Association of Architects & Engineers (all licenced architects must be registered). Please bear in mind that in case of large buildings you may be able to negotiate a lower fee (as also in the case of repetitive work).

In case you require air condition ing/central heating, we suggest that the advice of a qualified electrical and mechanical engineer be sought. Fees for this consultant are around 4% for the design and 2% for supervision (on the cost of the works).Insist on all drawings being ready before inviting tenders.

The next step is to appoint an architect to carry out the design. There is an abundance of well qualified architects on the island and many capable technicians as well. We suggest that you appoint an architect for the purpose (not an engineer or technician). Architect fees range from 4%-6% (on the building cost) but you can agree also on a fixed fee. The prevailing fees are 3.8% on the building cost for a complete set of architectural plans and 1.6% for supervision (including the issuing of certificates).

Action to be taken and points to bear in mind when buying your own plot to build your own house.Seek a suitable plot. Visit the area that you are interested in and ask the local residents directly, or in case of a village, the village muchtar, if there is land for sale. Seek the assistance of a registered estate agent who may be in a position to offer to you alternatives but bear in mind always that most local sellers do not use the services of estate agents.

The Cyprus Property market is one of the fastest growing markets within Europe. Purchasers are attracted by the potential growth in terms of returns on investment of property in Cyprus compared to other countries in Europe and the UK. The climate (340 days of sunshine a year), along with easy access to the UK, Europe and other destinations is also a significant plus factor when considering the purchase of property to buy in Cyprus.

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The Philippine Peso - Asia's Rising Super Star

By Zigfred Diaz

Sometime last year, I told my dad to dump all his dollars, exchange it for peso and put it in mutual funds.This was the time when the United States dollar to Philippine Peso Exchange rate was still P44+ to a dollar.

I am not certain if my dad listened to my advice, However the exchange rate is now about P 40.00 to a dollar.

More conservative experts say the exchange rate will be P 39 to a dollar by 2008. However other experts give the fearless forecast of 37 to 1 by the 1st quarter of 2008. Most of them would agree that it would stay in the P 30 +++ level by the year 2009. Some say it will be above 35 while others say it could be less than that.

However it is certain that the Philippine Peso will keep on getting stronger in the months to come mainly because of the following reasons:

1.) The law of supply and demand - When demand is high prices goes up and when demand is low prices go down. The more supply of dollars there is, the cheaper it will be. The less demand of dollar there is, the price for getting dollars goes down also. And why is the supply of U.S dollars rising in our country? Consider this:

a.) Increase in remittances sent by Overseas Foreign workers (OFW) -About eight million Filipinos, out of a population of more than 80 million, have left the country to work in other coutnries. There is an estimated 11 million Filipinos worldwide. As the number of Filipinos leaving the country for work increases, so does their remittances. This futher aids in making the Philippine Peso stronger.

b.) Inflow of Foreign capital - The Philippines is ripe for investment. The Bangko Central has reported that from January-September 2007, "foreign direct investments (FDI) net inflows aggregated US$1.9 billion, higher by 22.3 percent compared to the US$1.6 billion recorded in the same period a year ago." Investors are now looking at the Philippines as a good place to invest because of several factors, among which are, effective Fiscal reforms implemented by the government, strong economic fundamentals, our growing business process outsourcing potential and liberalization of mining laws. A substantial portion of foreign investments went to mining, real estate and manufacturing. The effect of this is bullish stock market, low inflation rate, high GDP etc. These factors continue to produce a good business environment for investors as this trend continues more investors are expected to come in. With this "hot money" continuing to pour into our country, the supply of dollar continues to rise.

c.) Tourist spending - According to reports Tourist arrival rose 8.6 percent from a year earlier. This means an additional 2.5 million tourists. The money tourists spend in the country helps push higher the supply of U.S dollars in the country.

d.) Export earnings - Exports has also grown despite the appreciation of the Peso. However the growth in this sector is led by Business Process Outsourcing business and not the traditional business. The Philippines remain to be one of the favorites when it comes to Business Process outsourcing.

e.) Political stability - People are tired of political bickering, political mudslinging and engaging in activities that call for the resignation of the president. It cannot be denied that the existing administration has maintained its grip and influence creating a somewhat stable political environment.

2.) Weakness of the U.S dollar - The Philippine Peso benefited from the weakness of the U.S dollar. Because of the sub prime mortgage crises, the U.S economy has continued to deteriorate resulting to a weaker dollar. Thus giving a chance for the Philippine Peso to appreciate much even further.

Since it started to get stronger, the Philippine peso appreciated 18 % against the U.S dollar. This resulted to the Peso being named as the best performing currency in Asia last 2007. In the months or years to come, expect that the trend of a stronger peso will continue.

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Cyprus Golf Villas Secrets

By William Marind

The Town Planning Act. This law (expected to be fully enforced very soon) regulates development and it will supersede the liberal town planning zoning which exists at present. It requires the preparation of local plans for development and prior to any acquisition/development of property, the inspection of these plans is a must. Any development in the future will require a Planning Permission as well as a Building Permit.

In addition a 1.5%-2% is payable for the structural design and 0.3% for structural supervision. If you are at a loss as to the choice of a suitable consultant, seek the advice of the Registrar of the Association of Architects & Engineers (all licenced architects must be registered). Please bear in mind that in case of large buildings you may be able to negotiate a lower fee (as also in the case of repetitive work).

Action to be taken and points to bear in mind when buying your own plot to build your own house.Seek a suitable plot. Visit the area that you are interested in and ask the local residents directly, or in case of a village, the village muchtar, if there is land for sale. Seek the assistance of a registered estate agent who may be in a position to offer to you alternatives but bear in mind always that most local sellers do not use the services of estate agents.

Firstly, a preliminary contract is signed. This binds both the vendor and the purchase to buy and sell the property on terms and conditions that have been mutually agreed. This is subject to the purchaser being able to receive good title to the property and obtaining the necessary permits from the Cypriot government.At this stage, a deposit is lodged with a Lawyer or a Notary.The purchases lawyer will now carry out the searches at the District Land Registry to ensure that the vendor of the property is indeed, the owner and ensures that the purchaser obtains good title to the property.

Solar heating is an economic alternative and its adoption is relatively inexpensive, having a payback period of approximately 5 years.If you will have a garden, it is advisable to drill a borehole for watering as the water charges rise more than proportionately with consumption. This will cost around C1,200 for the borehole and the pump, although it will depend on the depth of the borehole. The drilling of a borehole requires a Government permit first.

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Cyprus Golf Property Secrets

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Invite a number of tenders from contractors who are reputable. Remember that the lowest tender price is not always the best. Your architect must be in a position to advise you on the selection but bear in mind that contractors are registered depending on their organisational ability and past performance. Ask for the contractor's registration and recommendations from past owners / developers/ architects.

Permission to purchase a property must be obtained from the Council of Ministers by written application. This must be submitted by the non-Cypriot purchaser after the agreement has been signed. However, the permission is granted more or less as a matter of course to all bona fide buyers. In the meantime purchasers may take possession of their property without restriction.

Solar heating is an economic alternative and its adoption is relatively inexpensive, having a payback period of approximately 5 years.If you will have a garden, it is advisable to drill a borehole for watering as the water charges rise more than proportionately with consumption. This will cost around C1,200 for the borehole and the pump, although it will depend on the depth of the borehole. The drilling of a borehole requires a Government permit first.

On a sale of a property the current policy is to allow immediate repatriation of a sum equivalent to the amount of the original purchase value of property. Any profit can be exported at the rate of CY 10,000 per calendar year, plus any interest.There is no Capital Gains Tax where the property was acquired by the importation of foreign currency. Otherwise CGT is levied at 20% on gains in excess of CY 5,000.

Property owners in Cyprus are advised to make a will in Cyprus to cover their Cypriot estate. A Cypriot will speed up the process of obtaining probate in Cyprus.Inheritance Tax is payable on a Cypriot estate and rates are on a sliding scale depending upon the value of the estate. Full professional advice should be obtained with regard to making a Cypriot Will and Inheritance Tax planning.

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Property Sales Cyprus Secrets

By William Marind

A survey on any resale property is strongly recommended, just as it would be in the UK or elsewhere. Our Cypriot team or your lawyer will be able to recommend a surveyor to you. He will inspect the property and prepare a report, eventually showing any defects, which would not be visible to everyone's eyes. It will save you unpleasant surprises at a later stage, and depending on the type of defects stated (if any), you may get a reduction on the price or you maybe in a position to request the vendor to repair them, or insist additional guarantees be inserted in the contracts. One thing is for sure; you will know what you are buying. A surveyor will not allow his love for a property to cloud his judgement as you may have done.

Firstly, a preliminary contract is signed. This binds both the vendor and the purchase to buy and sell the property on terms and conditions that have been mutually agreed. This is subject to the purchaser being able to receive good title to the property and obtaining the necessary permits from the Cypriot government.At this stage, a deposit is lodged with a Lawyer or a Notary.The purchases lawyer will now carry out the searches at the District Land Registry to ensure that the vendor of the property is indeed, the owner and ensures that the purchaser obtains good title to the property.

Firstly, a preliminary contract is signed. This binds both the vendor and the purchase to buy and sell the property on terms and conditions that have been mutually agreed. This is subject to the purchaser being able to receive good title to the property and obtaining the necessary permits from the Cypriot government.At this stage, a deposit is lodged with a Lawyer or a Notary.The purchases lawyer will now carry out the searches at the District Land Registry to ensure that the vendor of the property is indeed, the owner and ensures that the purchaser obtains good title to the property.

As an indication, one should have in mind that the average construction cost for a house is between C160 to C200 per square metre and the purchase cost of building sites offered for this purpose could range from C1 to C2 per square foot in resort areas, whereas in the towns this can reach C5 per sq. f t.Credit terms on villa/building site/land/cottage acquisitions are normally made and the generally acceptable payment terms are 50% on signing and the rest over a period of 1-2 years (at 9% interest on the reducing balance).

Solar heating is an economic alternative and its adoption is relatively inexpensive, having a payback period of approximately 5 years.If you will have a garden, it is advisable to drill a borehole for watering as the water charges rise more than proportionately with consumption. This will cost around C1,200 for the borehole and the pump, although it will depend on the depth of the borehole. The drilling of a borehole requires a Government permit first.

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Buy Cyprus Property

By William Marind

Non-Cypriot individuals residing in Cyprus pay income tax at a flat rate of just 5%. This applies to the amounts remitted to Cyprus from pensions or income from overseas investments. The first CY2,000 per annum are tax exempt. Personal effects, household goods and furniture may be imported duty free by immigrant retirees, provided that they are for personal use and have been in use for some time (approximately one year). There is no duty on one car and retired couples benefit from the additional concession of two duty free cars.

The relatively low cost of living in Cyprus is definitely one of the advantages that appeals to the potential buyer. The island offers a full but comparatively inexpensive lifestyle. In fact, recent statistics pointed to Cyprus as being one of the most inexpensive countries in Europe. The local markets flaunt a wealth of colourful fresh fruit and vegetables, meat and fish locally grown and produced whilst the modern supermarkets are fully stocked with a large range of local and imported goods.

Transactions and payments are simply made through your foreign deposit account. The Cyprus currency system is based on the decimal system. One Cyprus Pound is divided into 100 cents. Coins range in value from one cent to 50 cents and four bank notes are in circulation: 1, 5, 10 and 20.

Such treaties combined with very favourable tax rates for international business entities in Cyprus open the doors to significant tax planning opportunities. The fact that Cyprus is not considered a tax haven but rather a country offering tempting tax incentives expels the distrust that international tax havens often arouse.

The main developers in Cyprus tend to look after their own after sales, so your first point of call would most likely be direct to them whether it's to have alterations or to highlight any problems with the property itself. That said, we do have a wealth of experience in after sales and can act upon your behalf should things not get resolved to your satisfaction.As we only work with the most prestigious companies on the island, you'll find most of these offering in-house property maintenance services from gardening to pool maintenance, regular cleaning to ad hoc visits. If they don't offer the service you require themselves, they will certainly put you in touch with a reputable company near to your property, ensuring they are best placed to keep an eye on it for you.

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North Cyprus Apartments Secrets

By William Marind

Self-employed persons must possess academic or professional qualifications, which are in demand in Cyprus and do not crate competition to the local population. People of Cypriot origin or the foreign wives of Cypriot citizens are not regarded as foreigners. Residence permits are issued to the following providing that certain criteria are met.

The banking system in Cyprus closely follows the British pattern. The banks have many branches throughout the island which are efficient, modern and well equipped with the latest technology. Non-Cypriot citizens may open foreign currency and local deposit accounts without difficulty, although you will also find branches of many international banks at your disposal. Major credit cards, such as those within the Visa and Mastercard networks, are widely accepted in Cyprus.

Transactions and payments are simply made through your foreign deposit account. The Cyprus currency system is based on the decimal system. One Cyprus Pound is divided into 100 cents. Coins range in value from one cent to 50 cents and four bank notes are in circulation: 1, 5, 10 and 20.

Compared with other international financial centres, Cyprus offers a distinct benefit in the form of double taxation treaties. Agreements with an increasing number of countries eliminate the double taxation of income earned in any one of these countries. In practice, the tax levied by one country is credited against the tax levied in the taxpayer's country of residence. Where different tax rates apply, the tax payer will ultimately not pay more than the higher of the two rates of the respectively countries.

Such treaties combined with very favourable tax rates for international business entities in Cyprus open the doors to significant tax planning opportunities. The fact that Cyprus is not considered a tax haven but rather a country offering tempting tax incentives expels the distrust that international tax havens often arouse.

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Cyprus Homes Market

By William Marind

The transfer of the title can be effective once the Council of Ministers' permission is obtained along with confirmation of receipt of the foreign funds. Upon transfer and registration in the purchasers name the district Land Registry Office will charge transfer fees which are based on the market value of the property at the time of purchase - as follows: Value up to CY50,000 - 3% CY50,001 - CY100,000 - 5% CY100,000+ - 8%

It is recommended that a building permit be secured first before works commence, although works such as excavations etc may begin prior to the issue of the building permit. In this case, your architect must consult with the Appropriate Authority to see whether there are any major objections to the drawings.

With the increasing complexity of the property market and the constant introduction of new concepts and measures new for the island (although not so in the European countries) it is advisable that the potential purchaser seeks professional advice prior to concluding a deal in order for hardships and disappointments to be avoided. This advice is specially useful to the foreign purchaser who has to encounter the problem of different laws and local attitudes. For this reason this firm has prepared the following tips which may be useful to the local property purchaser.

Cyprus is the lead nation that joined the European Union in 2004 which is another factor affecting the growth and prices in the property for sale market of Cyprus. It is expected that in the run-up to becoming a member of "the club", prices of property for sale in Cyprus will continue to rise at an estimated growth rate of around 20% per annum.The climate of Cyprus makes the island one of the healthiest places in the world. With 340 days of bright sunshine annually.

On a sale of a property the current policy is to allow immediate repatriation of a sum equivalent to the amount of the original purchase value of property. Any profit can be exported at the rate of CY 10,000 per calendar year, plus any interest.There is no Capital Gains Tax where the property was acquired by the importation of foreign currency. Otherwise CGT is levied at 20% on gains in excess of CY 5,000.

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A Journey To Become A Successful Investor

By John Spencer

The best investors in the world didn't figure it all out in one day.Studying the financial marketplace,figuring out your personality,this all takes time and a lot of patience to do so.We should not forget to mention the mistakes made along the way.

Successful investing can be a long time journey.This is something you need to prepare yourself for carefully.You must also set your goals in advance on what you are targeting.Furthermore you must look at the time frame and the resources that will be needed.For example,do you wish to retire in 20 years at a certain age.Then you must ask yourself how much capital you will need for this.

The following step will be to establish what works.Go through a few books and join a few trading courses,the internet can also be used as a great resource.When you have your strategy assembled and feel OK with it you have to set your ground rules.There are two ways of analysis available,you can combine them or use one or the other.There is fundamental or technical analysis,it's up to you what you will use when creating your strategy.

It's best to make the decisions needed yourself as you know your situation best.Look at your own personality,what kind of character you have.The best ones at this game are individualists and people with an analytical mindset.

If you find that the learning curve is too big or you simply don't have the time for it you can always invest your capital in an investment fund who have a solid past performance and an experienced management team.Consider an offshore investment as this can also be beneficial tax wise.

You also got to figure out who your friends and enemies are.Your books,the media or an experienced investor can be considered as your best friends.But do remember that you always have to be very careful who you trust as your capital is at stake.Also keep in mind that your enemy number one is your own personality when money is involved.Don't compare your own performance with what your friends might be making,that's using a short term vision while you have to look at it in the long term when investing.

Trading is all about discipline,if you are not then you probably won't make it.Always invest based on your trading strategy that you have outlined before you start.Most of your time will be spend learning about the markets and economy when investing,if you put in enough effort you have a bigger change of making it.Bad investments will occur but they must be accepted,then learn from your mistakes and move on.

The performance you will accumulate will be based on the work you put into this and your targets but make sure you always trade according your outlined strategy and then you will probably be successfully.

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Debt-free Living Leads To Peace Of Mind

By Stephen Losey

If you're not sleeping well at night, you probably have a lot of debt. Owing money is one of the biggest causes of stress-induced insomnia. Becoming debt-free is the only way to reduce that stress.

The simple truth is that finance companies and banks avoid discussing debt-free living because it ends up costing them a lot of money. They make their money by offering credit cards and loans to anyone who can make the monthly payments. If no one wanted to borrow money, or if no one carried balances on their credit cards, they wouldn't make any money themselves. They'd go out of business!

Luckily for them, debt is no longer a taboo subject in today's society. No one thinks twice about getting a loan these days, or running a credit card balance. In the old days, debt was always backed with some kind of asset -- a house or a car, for example. You could always sell the asset to pay back the debt (or a large part of it). These days, however, debt is used to buy intangible things like vacations, which is a dangerous situation, because you're on the hook for the whole debt.

Finance companies make it so easy to get into debt, of course. How many credit card offers with "low introductory rates" have you received in the mail over the last year? How many times has your bank offered to extend you a line of credit based on the equity in your home, even though you haven't paid off your mortgage? How many car companies have offered you low-interest or even no-interest financing in order to get you into one of their vehicles?

Don't follow the crowd and wallow in debt, however. It's hard to live free of debt, but it brings many advantages. The biggest advantage is that it brings peace of mind. When you live within your means and avoid large debt repayments, you'll live a better life. You'll be happier, your family will be happier, your friends will be happier. You'll sleep better. You'll feel better!

It's not easy to switch to a debt-free lifestyle, but it can be done. You start by not incurring more debt -- live within your means by paying with cash and not buying things you can't afford. Then you eliminate your existing debt by freeing up some money and aggressively paying down you debt using the "debt snowball" method.

Now avoid debt for the rest of your life. There shouldn't be any reason to buy anything using debt, except perhaps for a house. But be aggressive with your mortgage: pay it down as quickly as you can -- there's no need for a 40-year mortgage.

It'll take some effort to eliminate your debt, but the way you'll feel once it's gone will make it all worthwhile. Debt-free liiving used to be the norm, but it's a lost art these days. Do your best to recover it!

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How Banks Create Money Out Of Thin Air

By Kalinda Rose Stevenson, PhD

Banks manufacture money. They exist to make money. Bankers know how to create money out of thin air. It's true that banks provide essential financial services, such as bank accounts and loans. However, the reason that the banks provide such services is that banks need money to use as raw material to create more money, using customer deposits.

Notice very carefully, banks "create" money. It's not simply that banks "earn" profits when they provide bank services and loans. Banks actually "create" new money that did not exist before.

For example: You deposit $100,000 into a one-year Certificate of Deposit at 5% interest. Your money now becomes raw material for bank loans.

Banks must operate under Federal Reserve rules. One rule concerns reserve rates. Banks cannot loan out all of their customers' deposits. They must keep a percentage "on reserve." The reserve rates vary between 3 and 10 percent. With a 3 percent reserve, the bank must keep only 3% of your $100,000 on reserve. It can loan out the remaining 97 percent. With a 10 percent reserve, the bank must keep 10% of your $100,000 on reserve. This means the bank can loan out only 90 percent, or $90,000. To keep the numbers simple, let's assume that the reserve rate is 10 percent.

So, the bank makes Loan #1 of $90,000 and keeps $10,000 on reserve. This is the critical point where the bank creates money. According to the bank's balance sheet, the $90,000 loan to the borrower is also a $90,000 asset for the bank. By its own brand of money magic, the bank has created $90,000 out of thin air.

It gets even more interesting. The bank does not have to stop with one loan. Since it now has an asset of $90,000, it can make another loan. Again, it must follow the Federal Reserve rules and keep 10% on reserve. This means that bank can make another loan, which is 90% of $90,000. The second loan is $81,000. And once again, the bank has created a new asset. It has created $81,000 in new money.

And since the bank now has an additional $81,000 asset, it can make another loan. Once again, the bank must keep 10% of this asset on reserve. This means it can loan only 90% of the $81,000 asset. Loan #3 is $72,900.

Federal Reserve rules allow the bank to make five to six loans based on the original $100,000 deposit. Each loan creates an additional asset. We'll stop at three loans, review the process, and add up how much money the bank has created.

You deposit $100,000 into a CD. The bank creates three loans based on the original $100,000 deposit. Loan /Asset #1 = $90,000 Loan/Asset #2 = $81,000. Loan/Asset #3 = $72,900. The total = $243,900 in assets for the bank. This is $243,900 in new money.

When you cash out your CD, you get your $100,000 deposit back, in addition to the $5,000 interest. Meanwhile, the bank has created $243,900 of new money. After it pays you 5% interest, the bank has made a tidy profit of $238,900. ($243,900 - $5,000 = $238,900.) If the numbers are confusing, go over them again until you see how magical this process is. This is how banks create money.

This example is oversimplified, but the principle behind the example demonstrates how banks create money out of thin air. When you deposit your money into the bank, it goes into a pool of money available for the bank to make loans. When the bank creates a loan, it creates an asset. This asset is new money.

Since you and I cannot do what banks do, what is the point of knowing how banks create money with customer deposits? The advantage is to take the mystery out of money.

The process a bank uses to create money demonstrates that money is not a commodity in limited supply, where there is only so much to go around. Money is not equivalent to currency. Money is created in money-making transactions, which means there is no potential limit to money.

The crucial idea behind all of this is: The greatest limit to money is the belief that money is limited. If you want more money, adopt the money-making mindset of a banker. Ask how you can use money to create more money. If you really think the way bankers think, you will use someone else's money to create more money.

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Is It Possible To Negotiate Debt Collection Rates?

By JR Rooney

I'm always looking for ways to cut costs. Do collection agencies give discounts?

Yes, a well established collection agency will offer a discounted rate if your company sends them multiple accounts or the balance is very high or the account is new.

Generally, there are three rules to follow to determine what rate your company will be charged:

Balance due. If you have a past due account totaling $5,000 or more, your company might be able to get a discounted rate.

Age of account. A past due account that is 60 days old has a greater chance of being recovered than a 730 day old account. Collection agencies that get paid based on 100% commission will not have a large incentive to work on older past-due account, much less offer you a discount on them.

Volume discounts. If you have many accounts to collect, you should be able to secure a discounted rate. For example, if your company has twenty five delinquent accounts for 25K that are less than a year old, it should get 30 percent to 35 percent off regular price, unless you entered into a different kind of arrangement.

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Property Sale Cyprus Secrets

By William Marind

Transfer of ownership from vendor to purchaser is accomplished by a simple procedure through the land registry office. The contract of sale must be in writing, and it is advisable that such contracts be registered at the District Land Registry Office within 60 days from the contract date.When issued, the title deed will be registered in the name of the buyer and will be recorded in the government archives - these are confidential and will not be published or made accessible under any circumstances.

Cyprus enjoys a remarkably low crime rate 1/6 of the European average another reason for its popularity with foreign buyers for whom security has become a key element in the property world. Visitors are invariably surprised and reassured by this relaxed aspect of life on the island, where crime is virtually unheard of and theft not commonplace. Under the Aliens and Immigration Law, non-Cypriots wishing to take up employment in Cyprus are required to have a work permit.

Permission to purchase a property must be obtained from the Council of Ministers by written application. This must be submitted by the non-Cypriot purchaser after the agreement has been signed. However, the permission is granted more or less as a matter of course to all bona fide buyers. In the meantime purchasers may take possession of their property without restriction.

Solar heating is an economic alternative and its adoption is relatively inexpensive, having a payback period of approximately 5 years.If you will have a garden, it is advisable to drill a borehole for watering as the water charges rise more than proportionately with consumption. This will cost around C1,200 for the borehole and the pump, although it will depend on the depth of the borehole. The drilling of a borehole requires a Government permit first.

The most important pending legislation which affects the property market is the following: the Estate Agents' Bill. This proposed legislation regulates the estate agents' conduct and imposes penalties for misrepresentation etc. The agents must be registered with the Government and take out an indemnity insurance; the Developer's Bill. This, most important piece of legislation, regulates development and it proposes to have the Lands' Office to act as an overall controller on development projects which are for sale. Developers will have to take out an insurance in order to indemnify purchasers for wrong doings.

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Comparable Home Value Changes At The Speed Of Light!

By Dave Conklin

I have been in the business of helping home owners to find their comparable home value for more than seven years. It is so often that they make the same mistakes over and over again. In an effort to clear the air a bit, I decided to put this list of things to think about when you are researching your home's comparable market value.

I know that you probably love your home to death and believe that it is the greatest place to live and it's wonderful that you feel that way. Just be careful. A common mistake that people make is assuming that their house will be looked at that way by everyone who sees it. The reality is that many people don't have your taste in decorating or even "smells" in the home. And these little things can greatly affect your home's comparable home value.

Second, your comparable home value can literally change greatly from month to month and even from week to week. There are a few factors to consider including what homes have sold within a close proximity to your home, what homes have come on the market within that area, how many homes are currently on the market, and much much more.

Here's a touchy one for me. Blue and Orange shag carpet, floral wall paper from 1953 and large dead animals on your walls might be great for you... but not so great for others. It is imperative to neutralize your home. What I mean by that is repaint in whites and off-whites, re-carpet in a basic tan. Do things that won't cost you a lot at your local home improvement store to help increase your comparable home value in the best way possible.

Carpet is another incredible option. If your carpet is worn or stained, get rid of it! Home improvement stores will often have carpet remnants available for you at discounted rates. Another thing about carpet; if you have animals or children who pee the bed, have someone who will be honest with you come to the house to tell you if your home smells bad. While some find this comical, buyer's don not. It's an immediate turn off. Nothing lowers your comparable home value like a bad smell.

Staining decks is always a great thing to do as well. It is amazing how different homes look once their decks have been power washed and stained. I enlisted the help of my twin girls last year to stain my deck and it was a fun family project for us all.

The last thing you need to understand is the difference between comparable home value and how it relates to an appraisal vs. market value. Simply put, an appraisal considers only what homes have sold for in a very recent time frame and within a very tight radius. Your home's market value takes other things into consideration, like cosmetics, and other appealing features that your property possesses.

If you're thinking of selling your home, use a site like GetMyHomesValue.com to find out your homes comparable value. The professional who helps you to determine it (for free) will give you the advice that you need to make sure that you are getting the most for your home.

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Comparable Home Value Changes At The Speed Of Light!

By Dave Conklin

People who have homes that they are thinking of selling have come to me for answers about their comparable home value for a long time now. I have found during that time that they often will ask the same questions. Quite frankly, I am writing this article to assist others who may be facing the same dilemma.

First, please understand that while I am sure that you love your home, it probably isn't the nicest on in your area. A common mistake that home owners make is assuming that their house is the greatest. We are all proud of what we own, especially those things that we take care of so much. But the bottom line is we have a really hard time looking at our property from "outside the box".

In addition, home values go up and down constantly with the flow of a few factors that all take place within and area extremely close to your home. * One: Homes coming on the market and homes going off the market. * Two: The available inventory that buyers have to choose from. * Much, much more! It is important that a professional help you with determining these factors and setting your expectations up properly so that you don't become disappointed.

Third, if you're looking to increase your comparable home value, make sure you stop and think logically about it. Painting is a great idea, because it's cheap and can add a dramatic effect. However, I have seen people pick out lime green paint to put in their kitchen because they liked it. When you do something like that, though, you are automatically decreasing the value of your property. Keep it neutral.

Smells of urine, sweat smoke, and other gross things tend to glue themselves to carpet. This should be one of the first things to consider when you're looking to increase your comparable home value. This is because of the inexpensive yet dramatic effect that carpet can have on a home, along with paint. Be sure that you ask someone who won't lie to you to come to your home and confirm that it smells good. You won't smell your own home because you live in it.

It's not only inside where you can create an amazing improvement in you homes comparable value. Outside one of the best things you can do is to power wash and then re stain your deck. If it's been more than a year since you stained... do it again. Have fun with it! Invite some friends over, buy them some pizza and get them in on making you some extra cash! A stained deck and make a back yard look new again!

Another common mistake is that home owners confuse market value with appraised value and assessed value. I'll explain: * Appraised value is determined by an appraiser. They take into consideration all of the homes that have sold within a short time that are within a close proximity to your home. This is often used by a bank. * Assessed value is what your local municipality considers your home to be worth. * Comparable Home Value is generally what a home buyer would probably pay for your home today based on many factors.

To summarize, there are so many things that you probably haven't thought about that come into play when determining your comparable home value. It is best to find a company like GetMyHomesValue.com who can offer you a free comparable home value report to show you exactly what your house is worth in today's market.

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Advantages Of Term Life Insurance

By Mike Delphi

Term life insurance is a simple alternative to permanent or whole life insurance that is sometimes overlooked or missed by people who find themselves put off by the expensive cost of the latter. However, in the field it is well known for being the cheapest and most efficient alternative to permanent or whole life insurance there is; the biggest benefit of term life insurance is its affordability for all.

When you use term life insurance, you can choose the term of the policy. This could be, for one, five, ten or thirty years. Next, you pay a small monthly total - as little as $8 if you so prefer - and pick the amount of coverage you wish. This can be from $100,000 into the millions; it's up to you to choose the sum. Finally, you pick the person or group that you want to benefit in the case of your demise.

None of us want to dwell on death before our time; the great news is that most don't. But, if you should perish within the policy's term, and therefore before the policy is finished, a payment equal to your selected insurance amount will be paid to your beneficiaries. If you're survive to the end of the term, then the insurance policy will only close unless you decide to begin it again.

Sometimes, people (especially agents who sell whole life insurance schemes!) like to dismiss term life insurance as offering inferior benefits at a budget price. They like to think of it as whole life insurance's poorer cousin. In reality, the truth couldn't be more different. Term life insurance offers substantial benefits, reduced costs and refreshing simplicity that won't give you a headache.

Term life insurance is just what the doctor ordered if you want temporary coverage instead of long-term insurance. Often, people starting out with new families will find that they need life insurance more than the elderly community whose families have grown-up, and who have their years of funds the way of investments. Therefore, term life insurance is mostly used to protect against death in the early years.

A lot of individuals use term life insurance to protect against peculiar needs and then stop the insurance when coverage is no needed. To give same of the examples, customers from time to time take out protection until all of their offspring are able to care for themselves, while others instead take out a policy until their spouse are able to receive their retirement incomes.

There are many other situations in which term life insurance is almost compulsory; some paternity use it to protect the duration of their kid's education, to help their children get the best head start in life even if something should befall mom and dad. Another trendy alternative is to balance a mortgage against a policy so that dependents won't lose the home if the things don't work out.

One of the biggest benefits of term life insurance is its low cost. Most persons don't die as adolescents, so the low rate is in the amount the purchaser pays. Another plus is that if you have rather good health, you'll pay far less. All customers are advised to take out term life insurance as soon as possible, in simple terms because the cost of the insurance will increase as you age. Meanwhile, any individual with a past in their family of illness would be advised to go for term life insurance as the most pertinent choice out there.

Here's a quick overview of the monetary benefits of term life insurance over whole life insurance. A $200,000 term life insurance policy would have a cost to cost a 35 year-old of roughly $400 a year. In distinction, somebody the same quantity of money every year into a whole life insurance plan would end up with a policy in the amount of $30,000. This is because whole life insurance policies combine mandatory savings with insurance.

The good news is that term life insurance is to be had at a reasonable cost. However, one potential trap to be cognizant of is that insurance plans form other companies can vary in amount by as much as 50%. Therefore, we advise you to search for the best deal. When find it, you'll see that term life insurance is spot-on excellent if you want a irritation-free, life insurance plan at modest cost.

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Cyprus Cheap Property Information

By William Marind

The Town Planning Act. This law (expected to be fully enforced very soon) regulates development and it will supersede the liberal town planning zoning which exists at present. It requires the preparation of local plans for development and prior to any acquisition/development of property, the inspection of these plans is a must. Any development in the future will require a Planning Permission as well as a Building Permit.

Cyprus is registered on a land registry, similar to that on the United Kingdom. Therefore, the purchase process generally follows that of the United Kingdom but with differences. Use a Solicitor !!! It cannot be emphasised too strongly that anyone planning to buy land or property in Cyprus must take expert, independent legal advice.

Non-Cypriot citizens requires permission from the Council of Ministers to purchase property in Cyprus. If this has not been yet obtained then the purchaser should now apply to the council for the permission. This normally takes between 8 and 14 months to be granted, and without this the Title Deeds of the property cannot be made available to the purchaser. The final contract is only entered into when the searches have proved satisfactory.

Developers usually offer two-storey villas with three to four bedrooms, with two bathrooms, living/dining room and kitchen with breakfast area. Often the option of a swimming pool is also given.Prices vary according to the location and area of land involved.

As an indication, one should have in mind that the average construction cost for a house is between C160 to C200 per square metre and the purchase cost of building sites offered for this purpose could range from C1 to C2 per square foot in resort areas, whereas in the towns this can reach C5 per sq. f t.Credit terms on villa/building site/land/cottage acquisitions are normally made and the generally acceptable payment terms are 50% on signing and the rest over a period of 1-2 years (at 9% interest on the reducing balance).

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The Vat Setup For Stock And Option Trading

By Billy Williams

The VAT setup was designed to take advantage of explosive moves that change and/or accelerate the trend in a stock's price action that can be exploited with online stock trading and stock option trading. This technique was inspired by a similar method detailed in Victor Sperandeo's work as written in his book, "Trader Vic II: Principles of Professional Speculation". The VAT setup can be implemented with either the stock itself or stock options depending on your preference. To use the setup for stock trading or stock option trading you will need to be able to determine whether the market is in a confirmed rally, to select the stocks with strong fundamentals and price action, have access to stock charts, know how to draw a trendline, utilize Bollinger Bands, spot gaps or laps in a stock's price action, and have a trading plan once a trade is entered.

To confirm a rally in the general market I use a method developed by William O'Neil, author of the book "How to Make Money in Stocks". When the market shows a rally equal or greater than one percent of that particular index with greater volume than the previous trading day then that marks Point 1 or Ground Zero as I call it. Once that occurs then ideally you want to see the same type of rally again at one percent or greater on higher volume than the previous day within 4 trading days. This day is the Follow Thru Day or FTD, and confirms the market is set to rally.

You must then have a list of stocks that are high in price volatility as well as possess strong earnings along with low debt. For online stock and option trading, you will watch these stocks daily on your stock charts to review their performance while watching for certain types of price patterns which I will detail later. On your charts, you must have a technical indicator called Bollinger Bands on the screen. These bands measure the fluctuation of volatility in a stock's price action. If the bands are expanding then that shows that price is accelerating in a particular direction. If the bands are constricting or the ends of the bands are turning outward then it indicates low volatility as price action becomes constricted.

Once you have a strong list of potential momentum stocks you can watch for a gap in price or a lap in price. A gap results when a stock opens higher than the previous day's high but still within the previous day's high of that day while a lap results in a opening above the previous day's high of the day and never comes down within that previous day's price action. A gap or a lap is a signal that a trade may be triggered. To confirm a trade, it must break an established downward or flat trendline on the stock as well as reach the upper Bollinger Band. This tells us that price has had an explosive reversal in the trend and is gaining momentum.

The VAT setup presents the opportunity for stock and option traders to make explosive gains several times a year. I recently made portfolio adjusted gain of 75% off of Apple Computer and a 100% plus gain on Blue Nile in 2007 using this trade setup. In past years, Google, Goldman Sachs, Chicago Mercantile Exchange, and many others have resulted in huge gains for myself and other online stock and option traders. Spend some time mastering the fundamentals in this article and you can reap huge rewards with trading with this powerful method.

This is a powerful trading method of getting in early on stocks that are fixing to make huge gains in price which can be exploited with either the stock or, for greater leverage, with stock option trading. These stock moves are explosive and make accelerated gains very quickly. Take the time to build a "hit list" of high performing stocks and watch for these types of trades and you will be rewarded handsomely.

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You Can Get Cash For Your Real Estate Loan

By Scott Patton

Many note holders are hanging on to small monthly payments not even knowing that they could get cash right now for their real estate mortgage that they are secured to for how ever many years.

Everybody sees these signs at a home property, "For Sale By Owner". If this is you and you sold your property receiving monthly payments, You can cash out! This is done by selling your promissory note and yes you do have one if the above example is you.

Note buyers will offer you a discounted cash pay out for the balance of your note.

Selling off the balance of your note for cash happens pretty much the same way as when you bought and sold your property but with much less paperwork involved.

A decent real estate buyer will cover closing costs and let you pick an escrow service of your choice to close the deal and sending you your discounted cash out.

You can choose the same title company or escrow service that you use right now to collect your payments. This way the current property owner may not even know that he now is paying a new note holder.

So many clients of mine ask me what happens to the actual person that bought the property and I tell them that they still are the actual property owner so they still own the home and live there unless of coarse if they default on payments to the trust deed. This does happen often and is the reason why cashing out of your note can be a great option.

There are many reasons that a real estate note holder wants to cash out. The number one reason that I hear the most is the fear of the property buyer not making payments and putting the property in for-closer and back on your lap to deal with while not receiving your income. This is not an uncommon problem when a property was a loan made as for sale by owner. So as you see, you do not have to hold on to your note for 15 or 30 years collecting small monthly payments. You can cash out now!

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Advice For Taking Care Of Your Credit Card Bills

By Robert Bain

Too much credit card debt is a problem for a large percentage of households. It is important that you do all you can to reduce the amount of debt you have accumulated on them. Making minimum payments isn't enough because it is going to take you years to pay off those charges. In the mean time you have less disposable income each month for your expenses and to put into savings.

The spending habits of most people in society aren't the best and there is always room for improvement. Paying off your credit card bills doesn't mean you can't afford to eat or to have fun. It does mean that you will need to make changes to when you pull out the plastic though. The sacrifices you make now to pay them off will really be worth it when you look at the big picture.

Write down all of your expenses and all of your income. You should immediately start to see places where you can cut expenses. Instead of buying lunch out each day make it at home. Instead of paying $2.50 a day for coffee on the way to work make your own and take it in a thermos. These little savings can add up to hundreds of dollars each month that you can apply to your credit card bills.

Sometimes transferring balances can be a good idea to help lower your interest rates on credit cards. You need to be careful with this though and look at all of the guidelines. You may think you have found a terrific deal as the interest rate on the transfer is 0% or very low. However, it is likely only for a set amount of time and if you don't pay the balance in full by then it will be more than what it was initially.

Stick with it though as you will soon see the benefits of this type of payment. Immediately take the money you were paying for the highest interest rate and apply it to the next one. Keep on doing this until you have paid all of them off in full. You should make yourself a promise not to charge anything new during this process as well. It can be tempting, especially when you have paid one of them off.

Sometimes a credit balance transfer of balances can help you save money as well. It really depends on all the details of the offer. Never agree to it unless you have read and you understand all of the terms. Little things in there can make a huge difference on your account. For example the low rate may only apply for six months. If you can't be sure you can pay it off in that amount of time then don't do it because it can end up costing you more in the end.

Once you have paid off all of those credit cards you can start putting that money into a savings account. It is fine to splurge once in a while to buy something you really want or to take a trip. The goal is to keep some money in savings for emergencies so you don't have to rely on your credit cards. Put them away and don't use them unless you absolutely have to.

Eliminating credit card debt isn't going to be easy but it can be done. Your entire family can take pride in their efforts to make it happen. Too many parents hide these types of issues from children. However, these are the types of lessons that they can benefit from in their own lives as well so let them be a part of it.

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What Is Bad Credit Debt Consolidation And How Do I Seek Advice

By Ben Novak

Debt consolidation firms are companies that claim to help you to get out of debt. On the contrary, there are companies that you should stay away from, especially if they advertise that they can eliminate your debt in a certain length of time. The companies that claim they can lower your monthly installments are usually misleading you, since they merely eliminate or reduce the rates of interest on your loans, or credit cards.

Avoiding court judgments, lawsuits, liens and other penalties is central to meeting repayments on your monthly debt. If you stumble on a corner in your life where you get a glimpse of difficulties required to meet these demands, you may want to glimpse into debt consolidation solutions obtainable that can remove you from harm's way.

If you are repaying credit on your home, you may want to consider selling your home. You could also search for a lower rate of interest loan and lower monthly installment loan combined. Few mortgage loans will include a debt consolidation solution into the agreement.

Again, the quotes are free, but still you should investigate the site before getting a quote. It makes no sense to get a quote from a spammer if you can avoid it. One way to investigate a company is to check with the Better Business Bureau or else type in the website information in the search engine to learn all you can about the company. You could also type in the website name "+" reviews to get an insight of how the company for debt relief worked in the past.

Whatever you do, don't feel you have to rush hastily into making a decision. Hunt around for quotes and hunt around for a good consolidation firm; and only settle when you find the best firm for your needs.

Another one of the leading consumer debt management services is the Federal Credit Unions, which operates in a number of different states. The Unions will help consumers decide their needs for debt reduction and is a "Non-Profit United Way" credit agency that assists both families and individuals alike. United Way, according to many, is one of the most qualified expert organizations for helping families avoid bankruptcy, judgments, summons, and so forth. The company will help the families avoid foreclosures and repossessions by working closely with the creditors to combine all accumulated debts into one monthly installment.

The CCCS will also help families and individuals learn how to manage their income. The CCCS houses "Financial Counseling Certified" counselors who work closely with families and individuals, helping them to divert a plan to lower their debts and increase their cash flow. In other words, instead of going through the changes that some debt consolidation companies go through, the CCCS works to help families and individuals to get out of debt on their own simply by counseling them. The credit company is associated with "Housing and Urban Development (HUD)," which works to get families homes and to then get them credit support.

A few organizations are also affiliated with religious organizations, and often these debt consolidation companies are affiliated with qualified companies that help families and individuals relieve debt.

Regardless of which firm you seek to obtain credit repair or debt relief from, you should always be aware of the details involved in the process. Some agencies for debt relief will charge monthly fees. Some companies offer lower fees than others. Since debt consolidation involves reducing or eliminating your interest rates, you should expect that the firms you contact will want to know your interest rates; and you should also expect to receive a quoted interest rate from them in return.

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Debt Consolidation And Destroying Your Debt

By Ben Novak

Once you enroll yourself with a debt consolidation services, the company sets to work by sending out proposals to your creditors, on your behalf. These proposals say that you have taken help from the particular debt consolidation company; and requests the creditor to co-operate. The letter has to have proof of your identity and genuine intention to pay-off the debts.

When debts become difficult to repay, it becomes even more difficult to learn how to cope--who to go to for help and how to effectively manage your debts. You may be tired of trying to avoid phone calls from creditors, but that doesn't mean you have to drown in your own debt; there is a very simple solution to your debt problems and that is to learn how to manage your debt.

Bankruptcy chapter 7 and debt settlement are two major ways to eliminate debts. This ensures debt reduction in overall amount as well as quick repayment. In bankruptcy, you plead to the judge to supervise the liquidation of your left over assets to repay creditors. Most of the times, the bankrupt party is left with nothing but exempt property, which leaves nothing for creditors to recover. Hence, the amount of payments, the date, and time is up to the judge. He will also dispense of the bankrupt party's belongings.However, it is important to note that chapter seven is only possible under strict conditions. There is a good chance you may be ineligible. If you are, you should consider debt settlement.

You will be able to fix your credit history by paying off all of your creditors immediately. Once the amount you receive is distributed among your creditors, you will slowly begin to recover as each creditor cancels your debt. The participating creditors will both help you recover your credit and make your repayment easier and further their interests by recovering a principle amount that was almost sure to end up as a write-off.

Debt consolidation agencies are set up to reduce your debts and interests. They help you by negotiating with your creditors on your own terms. Debt consolidation agencies make sure that your creditors are lenient with you and decrease your payload by almost 60%.

Debt consolidation services help you by saving you the trouble and embarrassment of filing for bankruptcy. Their basic function is to consolidate all your debts or monthly bills in one convenient amount payable every month; and to convince your creditors to accept these terms.

Debt consolidation is a better solution than bankruptcy; however, in most instances, it is not the best solution for resolving your debts. Many of the debt consolidation programs will exhaust the limited funds by incurring fees for using their service. Their solutions will also put you at risk of loosing your belongings.

Debt consolidation programs will also charge high rates of interest for their services. There may even be a monthly charge attached to the plan. The best solution for resolving debt is to contact the creditors and ask for extensions on your repayment plans. Some creditors will negotiate, offering you lower fees if you pay the debt off sooner. Some creditors will even drop the debts owed, realizing that the chances of getting their money is nil. You never know until you ask.

When it comes to debt, it can become frustrating, since it appears there is no way out. When you are working to restore your credit, you are working toward a brighter future. Remember, each bill you pay off subtracts the amount owed. Debt consolidation is like cutting grass, in that the lawn looks fresher once the weeds are whacked. It makes no sense to ignore your debts; rather working toward debt relief means working now to get rid of your debts.

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Escaping From The Debt Trap

By Kev Wilson

Is the spectre of debt getting you down? Do you assume that making right your obligations appears overly impractical? Are you commencing to contemplate on filing for bankruptcy? You may change your mind if some one or somebody will notify you that there is another efficient system to get away from the quagmire of debt.

You can seize back your sense of well being and your credit score by debt consolidation loan. This is because debt consolidation loans can help evade filing for bankruptcy. It could in addition help do away with unavoidable harassment from creditors. There are as well debt consolidation loans that can help lower debt payments or even simply get rid of interest, which might be a good help.

A Debt consolidation loan from a reputable and respectable lending organisation can provide one simple to pay monthly payment. You will obtain these benefits from debt consolidation loans. But, for the reasons observed, only a reputable and respectable lending organisation could be able to benefit you.

Certain lending institutions are unethical and can not be good for you. These unethical lending institutions might offer to consolidate your debt and will expect unrealistically expensive interest levels that will cause you additional grief. You will slip deeper into the debt quagmire than to be able to climb out of it. It might help in deciding whether to get a debt consolidation loan or not, if you are able to initially appraise your position. After assessing your present circumstance, then you could come to a decision for yourself if a debt consolidation loan is the alternative that you require.

This principal information might guide you into considering whether to consolidate your debts or not. If your monthly debt pledges presently challenging to take care of, just about to the level that you say it is unfeasible to settle all of them.

When, you start to assume filing for bankruptcy is the only neat solution. Debt consolidation loan could be what you need if you think that after paying your credit cards, departmental store cards and some debts, your balances do not even provide you any level of release.

Debt consolidation loan might likewise help to provide you some sleep by fitting one painless monthly payment. Is it not right to feel that you are only indebted to one and not to many who could pursue a lawsuit against you if you fail on your responsibilities? I would certainly imagine it is. Once you finally resolve that a debt consolidation loan is the alternative that you require, then you have to be compelled to locate the creditable and established lending organisation that will help you better your credit ranking.

Finally, lending organisation plan debt consolidation loans to help you come back to your good credit standing, therefore I suggest that should you secure an approval of your debt consolidation loan, ensure re-payment and change your standard of living to have room for a respected credit ranking.

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A Payday Loan Can Get You Fast Cash When You Need It

By Jay Anderson

A payday loan is the type of loan you should seek if you need fast cash in a hurry, since this type of loan has quick approvals and virtually no credit checks. The aspect of being fast is probably the biggest draw for this type of loan, where you can usually have the money in a matter of hours. And since no credit check is required, this is especially helpful for people with bad credit.

This type of loan is also one of the easiest types of personal loan to be approved for. Very few companies offering this loan require a credit check. This type of loan is sometimes also referred to as a cash advance loan. All you need is a job, a paycheck stub, and a checking account with a local bank to get your money. But there are some facets to this type of loan that you need to know about before you seal the deal.

You will typically need to have a minimum amount of employment with your current employer for at least a month, sometimes three months, and with a few more stringent companies, even six months. Your checking account must be with a local bank and should not be in the negative when you apply. The company offering this loan may check with your bank about the number of overdrafts you've had in recent months, but that is virtually as far as any type of credit check will go.

Although this type of loan is quick, the downside is the much higher fees involved. The amount of the fees will usually depend on the amount being borrowed. You can usually borrow from $100 to $500 with companies offering this type of loan, and some may even go higher, and the fees will be a percentage of the amount borrowed. Make double sure you understand what those fees are and which fees will be applied to your loan.

For instance, if you do not pay the loan off on its due date, usually your next pay day, and need to extend the loan, you will have to pay additional interest charges. Many payday loan companies allow you to extend your due date up to three times, each time you will be charged interest fees. It is usually best to pay the loan off on or before its due date to avoid excess charges.

If you get into a financial bind and need money quickly, a payday loan can be a great thing because it is so quick to get. Especially for people with bad credit, taking advantage of this type of loan can be great because they would not qualify for a traditional personal loan. But the huge difference between a traditional loan and a payday loan are the amount of time you have to pay it back and the much higher interest rate and fees.

There are no rules for what a payday loan can be used for. You can use it for car repairs when that repair cannot wait until your next pay day. It can be used to cover a check you wrote that you don't want to bounce or to take an emergency trip out of town, or any other reason you may have. This type of loan most times will not even ask what you plan to use the money for, since it really does not matter.

Payday loans have proven helpful to many people when in a tight spot. They will generally loan you money and expect payment on your next pay day, which is where the term payday loan comes from. You can find companies online or in your local area easily.

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