Escape Your Cubicle: Business & Investing Tips for Today’s Economy
This isn’t your grandfather’s economy. You need to know how to adapt and grab the bull by the horns in order to thrive today.
Trading Insights for 5/3/2013
U.S. Stocks remain in an uptrend. Here is a quick look at the technicals of some of the major indices and commodities.
Will vs Living Trust: Which One is Right for Me?
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Will vs living trust? It all depends on what you are trying to accomplish.
Advance Directive vs. Living Will: Which One Do You Need?
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This is the one legal document everyone over 18 should have.
4 Reasons Setting Up a Will Should Be a Priority
Many adults do not understand why setting up a will should be a priority for them. I will help clear up this confusion with 4 reasons to get a will now.
Bankruptcy of our Nation by Jerry Robinson: $7.99 Digital Edition Special!
Get Jerry Robinson’s new book, Bankruptcy of our Nation: 21 Income Streams to Create Now and in Retirement….Digital Special!
How to Save for College AND Retirement With Small Children
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Is it possible to achieve both of these goals in today’s economic environment?
Three Unique Ideas To Increase Your Savings Now
On this week’s show, Jerry and Jennifer Robinson share three unique ways to increase your savings while John Bearss shows how anyone can create a lifetime income.
What You Should Know When Starting a ROTH IRA
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Here are five key things you should know when starting a Roth IRA.
Improve Credit Report: 3 Steps to Take Now
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Improve Credit Report: 3 Steps to Take Now. First, how can I correct errors on my credit report? Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, you have the right to have any incorrect or misleading information removed from your credit report.
4 Steps to Begin Retirement Planning
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Although most of us recognize the importance of sound retirement planning, few of us embrace the nitty-gritty work involved. With thousands of investment possibilities, complex rules governing retirement plans, and so on, most people don’t even know where to begin. Here are four suggestions to help you get started.
What Are Required Minimum Distributions?
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So exactly what are Required Minimum Distributions? Also known as RMDs, these are government imposed withdrawals that you are required to take at age 70 ½. Learn more here.
How Much Should You Save For Emergencies?
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If you lost your job, how much will you need to pay your regular monthly expenses?
Is it Better to Save or Pay Off Debt?
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Is it better to save your extra cash or pay off debt? To answer this question, you must decide how your money can work best for you.
3 Steps to Cutting Expenses
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The old financial adage is there are only two ways to make money. Either go out and earn more or cut your expenses so that you spend less. The best is if you can do both. So today, I thought I would share some thoughts on cutting expenses.
14 Small Business Success Tips
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On this week’s show, Jerry Robinson shares 14 small business success tips, plus an update for precious metals investors.
Using Medicare and Medicaid For Your Long Term Care Needs
If you were to go to the Nursing Home, do you believe that Medicare will pay for your long term care needs?
The Case for Long Term Care Insurance
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Have you ever known any one that has become impoverished as a result of going to the Nursing Home?
Investing in Farmland: 4 Ways to Play the Agricultural Boom
“Investors are scooping up farmland around the globe at a record pace.”
Protecting Your Greatest Asset
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What is your greatest asset? If asked, most people would say their home, their 401(k), or their IRA. But your greatest asset is your income producing ability.
Building True Wealth One Level at a Time
People all over the country are using our Five Levels to finally break free financially…
The Top 10 Buyer and Seller Markets in Housing
Here’s a quick chart detailing the top 10 buyers markets and sellers markets in U.S. housing.
The U.S. President Who Died Without a Will
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Did you know that one of our U.S. Presidents did not have a will when he passed away?
10 Steps To Starting An Online Business
On this week’s program, Jerry Robinson opens up about his latest online business and shows you a case study of how to be successful in creating extra income on the web. If you are looking to start an online business, or if you have an online business, you won’t want to miss this information!
Six Reasons Why Businesses Fail
On this week’s program, business owner Jerry Robinson explains six reasons why businesses fail and gives success tips for small businesses.
A Unique Strategy To Give To Your Heirs And To Charity
A common estate planning dilemma is deciding whether to leave your assets to charity, to your heirs, or both.
Swing Trading Amid Global Turmoil
For those who are new to swing trading, right now is an interesting time amid the global volatility. I typically hold a stock for at least three days.
Thursday Update – Iran, Petrodollars, and Swing Trading Profits
In this update, we talk about Iran and Operation Ajax, petrodollars, and our latest swing trading profits in our Gold member members only area.
25 Financial Documents That Will Protect You and Your Family
With the recent passing of Apple’s Steve Jobs at the young age of 56, we are all reminded that life is fragile and can end much earlier than perhaps we planned. One of the most selfless things that we can do is to confront our mortality now, while we are healthy, and make the hard decisions about how you want our estate handled when we pass.
Meet the Richest People in America…
Despite the stalled economy, the nation’s wealthiest are worth a combined $1.53 trillion, nearly equivalent to the GDP of our neighbor Canada. Their total wealth is up 12% in the year through August 26, when we took a snapshot of everyone’s net worth, meaning these affluent folks did slightly better than the markets; the S&P 500, for instance, was up 10% in that time.
Friday Reader Q&A: More Info on the Five Levels of Financial Freedom
Q: Jerry, I just stumbled across your website and I am so thankful to have found you. The media has been scaring me half to death and I am worried sick about my retirement plans, my social security check, and the future of this country (especially for my grandkids’ sake!) You recently mentioned something about your Five Levels of Financial Freedom on your radio show and I would love to learn more about this. Please send me any information you can. Thanks for your hard work! (Susie H., Whitefish, MT)
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Friday Reader Q&A: Where Should I Put $5,000 Right Now?
Q: Jerry, I am currently 71, and I am taking the required minimum distribution from my IRA account. This amount is $5,000 annually. I have another source of income and do not need the IRA money to pay my monthly expenses. Do you have any suggestions on how to invest this money? Thank you for all the work you do. (L. Gann, Spokane, WA)
Friday Reader Q&A: Is a Direct Selling Business a Good Stream of Income?
It’s Friday. And that means that its time for FTMDaily’s Reader Q&A. Each Friday, we reserve our daily column for our readers and their questions. Whether you have a question about your money, our Five Levels of Financial Freedom, the global economy, commodities, or retirement savings, we invite your questions.
Friday Reader Q&A: Can I Get Back the Premiums I Pay for Life Insurance?
It’s Friday. And that means that its time for FTMDaily’s Reader Q&A. Each Friday, we reserve our daily column for our readers and their questions. Whether you have a question about your money, our Five Levels of Financial Freedom, the global economy, commodities, or retirement savings, we invite your questions.
Friday Reader Q&A: Which Foreign Currencies Should I Buy?
It’s Friday. And that means that its time for FTMDaily’s Reader Q&A. Each Friday, we reserve our daily column for our readers and their questions. Whether you have a question about your money, our Five Levels of Financial Freedom, the global economy, commodities, or retirement savings, we invite your questions.
5 Questions for Jerry Robinson: An Interview with FTMDaily’s Editor-in-Chief
Today, FTMDaily.com sits down with Jerry Robinson to ask him questions that every reader wants to know. From creating multiple streams of income, to the commodities markets, to Jerry’s outlook on the exciting future of FTMDaily.com, we have the scoop from the founder and editor-in-chief himself. Enjoy the interview!
Tired of the Rat Race? It’s Time to Change Your Thinking
Instead of seeing a world full of “haves” and “have-nots,” I tend to see a world that is full of “producers” and “consumers.” Over the next several days, I am going to confront this issue of the “consumer” mindset vs. the “producer” mindset. It is here that many can be set free from the “rat race.”
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The Big Secret to Running Your Own Successful Business
There is no short cut to financial success. However, over the years, I have learned that there are smart ways, and some “not-so-smart” ways, to make money.