Economic Indicators

What are Economic Indicators? - simply any economic statistic, such as the unemployment rate, GDP, or the inflation rate, which indicate how well the economy is doing and how well the economy is going to do in the future.

Making an Investment in Gold Jewelry

The key is investing in gold jewelry is to know if the piece of jewelry is worth purchasing for the gold value versus the design value. These are the two factors that make up a piece of jewelry. By taking the design value out of the equation, a factual decision can be made on purchasing jewelry as a gold investment.

Investing and Duty of Care

Contrary to public opinion, a failed venture is not the same thing as a scam!

Futures Commodity Trading Ticket Types

Futures commodity trading is very interesting because there are so many possible positions to take.

5 Questions Every Investor Needs to Ask of Their Investment Strategy

There is a very good reason why people that try to mimic the portfolios of very wealthy successful investors never can achieve nearly the same success as the investors they mimic. The reason is that they can only answer one piece of the 5-part investment puzzle– the question of what to buy. In fact, I could open up my portfolio to investment novices, show them all the stocks I own now, and out of 1,000 novices, all of them would have an extremely difficult time duplicating my future returns. Why? Because of the many investment myths they fiercely believe that makes many of their investment decisions faulty.

Some Healthy Investor Skepticism

Markets are efficient, but not quite so for the masses, who generally don't have access to program trading and advance warning of impending disasters. What small investors can do though, is be skeptical. Questioning abnormal projections, erratic and abhorrent behavior on the part of company executives can save you money; or make you money if you want to hedge your portfolio with stocks just itching for a crash. Rather than going 100% equities in a portfolio, broad diversification is important.

Do Not Let The Recent Pullback In The Gold Price Fool You

Without a gold standard, central bankers are free to print money and credit to inflate their economies, avoid recessions and to pay off governmental debts. There's not a central bank or politician in the world that will sacrifice growth in the name of tighter money.

The Possible Demise of E-gold, Online Payment Processor

Throughout my two years of using the e-gold online payment processor, I have come to realize that many illicit online businesses were favoring e-gold. They consist of bogus investment opportunities known as H.Y.I.P (High yield investment) scams & also dubious marketing schemes disguised as advertising opportunities called Auto/Manual Surfs.

Historical CD Rates

When analyzing historical CD rates, it is interesting to see what hindsight conclusions we can make. Is it better to invest in short or long-term CDs?

Travel Reward Credit Cards - How To Travel For Free!

Some credit cards can be hard to manage . You have no idea how much money you can spend and how much you owe, and they can really be a pain. However, some cards are easier. A travel reward credit card is a credit card, yes but it is so much more. Take a look.

Don't Overlook Alternative Assets in Retirement Investment Planning

Since most financial advisors don't make a fee or commission on Self Directed IRA investments, they either don't know or won't tell you how to diversify your portfolio with these investments.

Mortgage Marketing Techniques - The Beginning of Success

Mortgage marketing 101 takes the loan officer by the hand and gives the basic fundamental information to set out on a successful mortgage marketing campaign. Marketing in the mortgage business can be a daunting task if you do not know what to do, and how to do it the right way. Marketing is what many loan officers either forget, or choose not to do. Without it, the competiton will steam roll right over you.

Investing in Russian IT Companies - Useful Tips From Experts

Due to relatively low competition, the interest of investors in Russian software and innovation companies is growing despite the potential risks and the reason is simple: the return on investment (ROI) could be quite outstanding. Many analysts believe that presently the Russian market lacks local companies with original developments, while those which have unique products or services are already acquired. As CRN reports , the growing demand for IT products in Russia from small businesses and ordinary people substantiates rapid development of the Russian IT sector.

Why Gas Credit Cards Are No Longer Second-Rate

It used to be that there was nothing special about carrying gas credit cards in one's wallet. Today, that's no longer the case. If you still think a gas credit card is nothing but high-interest plastic for those with less-than-perfect credit, you may want to think twice. Today's gas credit cards are going to surprise you.

Tips To Fully Understanding Variable Annuities - What You Should Know

Articles explains the benefits and pitfalls of variable annuities.