REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS
WANT TO SAVE THOUSANDS $$$$$$$ ON YOUR NEW HOME PURCHASE? IMPROVE YOUR FICO SCORE! {NEW HOME BUYERS -PART TWO OF SIX}
A great credit score saves you tens of thousands of dollars!
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REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS
STRATEGIES FOR FIRST-TIME BUYERS TO AFFORD A HOME IN TODAY’S MARKET {NEW HOME BUYERS -PART ONE OF SIX}
Home prices have soared like a Space X rocket (not the April 2023 explosion), increasing by 1,608% since 1970, while inflation increased by 644%
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FINANCIAL LITERACY , INVESTMENTS
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A FAIR-MINDED CRITICAL THINKER? – CRITICAL THINKING SERIES – PART 8
In this column, we will consider the attributes of a Fair-minded Critical Thinker and what one needs to consider to avoid thinking in a self-centered fashio
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FINANCIAL LITERACY , INVESTMENTS
THINKING IS DRIVEN BY QUESTIONS, NOT ANSWERS – PART 5 CRITICAL THINKING SERIES: WHAT QUESTIONS DO THE BEST CRITICAL THINKERS ASK?
n this column we will explore a means by which you can conduct a self-assessment and begin the process of improving your ability to learn as a student and as an employee.
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FINANCIAL LITERACY , INVESTMENTS
CRITICAL THINKING SERIES PART 4: – A SELF ASSESSMENT OF YOUR LEVEL OF THINKING AND LEARNING
n this column we will explore a means by which you can conduct a self-assessment and begin the process of improving your ability to learn as a student and as an employee.
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FINANCIAL LITERACY , INVESTMENTS , REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS
FED CHAIR SAYS, ‘SOME PAIN’ IS ON THE HORIZON!   EQUIVALENT TO YOUR DENTIST RUNNING OUT OF NUMBING MEDS DURING YOUR ROOT CANAL! Â
HOME SALES ARE SLOWING AS INTEREST RATES HIT SIX PERCENT – RED ALERT, BRACE FOR IMPACT!
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An ARM may make sense for buyers who anticipate moving before the initial rate expires. However, because life happens and it’s impossible to predict future economic conditions, it’s wise to consider the possibility that you won’t be able to move or sell.
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Understanding the different types of home loans available to you as a first-time homebuyer can help, particularly as mortgage rates continue to rise across the country. Knowing your options and comparing different mortgage programs will also allow you to make a more informed financial decision. Â
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In today's uber-competitive real estate market, many people are opting to forgo home inspections when they make their purchase offers — all in the hope that their offer will look more appealing than some other offers.  However, most real estate pros would advise against taking this step since home inspections can reveal valuable information about the state of the property.
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FINANCIAL LITERACY , INVESTMENTS
HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR THE KIDS: BUY THE TOY COMPANY, NOT THE TOYS {THREE PART SERIES} – GUEST BLOGGER: George Wong
Introducing a three-part series authored by my friend, George Wong. George and his wife embarked on a 56-year Financial Literacy case study working with FOUR generations of family members. George's motivation is to increase family members of all ages financial literacy and lay the groundwork for achieving legacy wealth.  I hope you learn, enjoy and REPLICATE!Â
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