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Small Business, QR codes and Social Media
Social Media is here to stay. Small businesses that don't get it are going to be left in the RED INK. While you are getting connected with the World Audience, don't forget your Local market. They are...
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Small business must include mobile in their social marketing strategy.
Small business wanting to get a larger slice of the pie are going to Social Media for better options for their advertising dollar. The costs are nominal for the numbers and therefore the potential...
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6 Core concepts for a mobile campaign
If you are going to mount a mobile advertising campaign, there are some very important concepts to consider. A good campaign with a clear call to action as a reason to scan a QR code, followed by a...
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Do’s and Dont’s of a mobile campaign
Many companies are doing mobile campaigns with QR codes and not all of them are putting enough thought into making it effective. Here are some things that must be done to have a blockbuster campaign...
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Real estate, Social media and QR codes.
I normally blog to the business world in general. But in this case I am addressing the Real Estate sales world. My focus will be on tying Real Estate listings and Social Media together with QR codes....
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Are the Banks your friend?
The banking world revolves around profit. Here are some figures from 2011 to give you an idea what the average Canadian is borrowing money for. Having healthy banks is important, but all of their...
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You and the Bank ~ Getting Acquantied
The bank you deal with knows a lot about you and you do not know much about your bank. In any sort of relationship, that is a very one-sided situation that usually leads to regrets. Just think about...
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Doing Business with your bank ~ as friends
Something to remember when dealing with a bank ~ Banks are in the business of lending money and the staff is dedicated to ensuring a profit for the bank. When you consider that the big Five banks in...
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Your Credit Score ~ The bottom line
Your credit score affects your ability to borrow money and how much it will cost you to borrow. Keeping a credit score above 700 is imperative to borrowing money at the best rates. If you are under 620...
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Mortgage Payment Options
A typical mortgage is equal monthly payments of principal and interest. If you do the math, you pay twice as much (at least) interest as principal on a mortgage. You will pay less interest by putting...
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Mortgage Contracts – A Must Read
Banks are in the business to make money. Therefore they are going to do their best to make money from you whenever they can and whatever the situation. The good news is that you can negotiate some...
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Your Home as an Investment Vehicle
Your home is not just the place you hang out with your family and friends. It is also where you put a great percentage of your income through your mortgage and upkeep. The upkeep is an ongoing expense,...
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The Smith Manoeuvre and the Readvanceable Mortgage
To Smith or not to Smith, that is the question. I agree with the originator, Frazer Smith, that it is a great way to leverage your house as an investment anchor even if I do not agree with his...
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Where the Banks “Make” their money.
Have you ever dreamed of being able to make money appear out of thin air the way a magician makes rabbits and doves appear out of seemingly bottomless hats. Within certain limitations the banks can do...
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You and Your Savings Account
If you were raised to believe that saving money was a core value, then you are like most people, including myself. A savings account used to be for long term projects like putting your kids through...
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Add Extra Income instead of a Second Job
Have you ever said to a friend or family member “I would like to have more money” ? Would you like extra income to go on holidays or buy a new car or whatever? Are you worried about the future of Old...
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Your Mortgage ~ 25 Ways to Save Money
There are many ways you can save money when negotiating and paying a mortgage. Here is a list of 25 ways to save yourself enough money to put your kids through university or if invested wisely, can...
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Investing as a group ~ Better bang for your buck.
You went on the internet to chase down a site called Shadow Stats because the word you were given is that the government inflation statistics do not accurately represent reality. Go Figure!!! What the...
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Asset Protection
One of the most effective business models for asset protection is the Three Tier Investment Structure. This consists of , as the name implies, three layers of companies structured so that the parent...
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