Category: Asset Protection

The budget shenanigans in Washington so far haven't had an effect on the recovery, but an extended period of lower government spending and job cuts will quickly lead to economic stagnation. The economy is a self-reinforcing mechanism, a small dip …Read more  »

Well, well, well... what an interesting year 2013 is shaping up to be! The U.S. is still, at least according to the U.S., the world's largest economy. Super! Of course, U.S. gross national production includes the value of goods and …Read more  »

The National Association of Realtors said on Thursday what home buyers and real estate investors in many parts of the United States have known for months: it’s becoming a seller’s market. The number of homes listed for sale in January …Read more  »

Non-payment of rent is a serious problem. It is one of those predicaments that places the landlord in a difficult situation. Moral and ethical values are often challenged by the need to collect the rent. If your only two choices …Read more  »

Investing in income producing property can be the single-most rewarding aspect of getting into real estate. Yet, it also comes with some significant responsibilities including mortgages, maintenance and property taxes. In some cases, annual property taxes can be astronomical for …Read more  »

Home construction rarely matches the actual demand for new homes, which can change quickly - there's often too much or too little. Because the US population grows one percent per year about 1.5 million new homes are needed every year. …Read more  »

If you're self-employed or have a small business, the idea of a 401(k) may make you jump to two conclusions: "My company is too small" or "I can’t afford it."  Well, you’re not too small and you can afford it! …Read more  »

Regulators issued new mortgage rules last week designed to prevent a return to lending practices that helped crater the housing market and brought the financial system to its knees during the past decade. Here’s a look at some frequently asked …Read more  »

There’s been a lot of fuss on how the "fiscal cliff" will get the U.S. economy into trouble in 2013. For starters, here’s a thorough explanation of how it can impact the economy. (Video published by the WSJ on Oct. …Read more  »