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              (Part 7 of a Series) The best letter in my opinion, is short and sweet. Two – three short paragraphs will usually do the job. No one cares how great you think you are etc. Just to the ...

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Dear Carrie: I’m 22 and recently started my first real job. I’ve had a Roth individual retirement account for a couple of years, saving what I could from my part-time jobs. Now I’ve also opened a Roth 401(k) through my ...

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  When “farming” an area, look for solid “Blue Collar” neighborhoods. These people have a job, come home, play with the kids, mow their yards, pay their bills etc. If someone is out in the yard, strike up a conversation. ...

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There are at least 1,000 books in print telling people how to write a business plan. The problem with most of them is: They’re wrong. Or at least they’re not practical for the vast majority of business startups. Unless you ...

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                                                   (Part 4 of a Series)  What does it take each month for you to cover all your essential living expenses: rent; or mortgage, taxes and insurance (PITIA); food; clothing; transportation; insurances; utilities; home maintenance; and other necessary monthly expenses ...

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Dear Carrie: I’m starting my first job and wondering about the HSA option that comes with my benefits package. Is this really a good deal? — A Reader Dear Reader: The short answer to your questions is a resounding “yes”; ...

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Income generated by rental payments is probably the single-most important benefit of real estate, as these monthly funds can pay mortgages, real estate taxes and insurance, as well as managers, and ultimately, owners. Depreciation refers to the allowance for the ...

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“What are the rules when it comes to selling trademarked or branded items, such as Gucci handbags or Tiffany & Co. jewelry, on eBay?” EBay’s rules about trademarked items are simple to state but difficult as the Dickens to apply ...

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Yes, you can do real estate without the help and support of your family. But it’s a whole lot easier if you have it. It’s a very rude awakening to be knee-deep in houses only to find out that your ...

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Dear Readers: Are you and your spouse nearing that magic age when you can file for Social Security benefits? If so, you’ve got a lot to think about. Because while waiting longer to file generally means a higher monthly benefit, ...

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