Selling Your House
Congratulations on starting the process of selling your home! [...]
Markets and Behavior
When the stock market made a dramatic decline at the beginning of the millennium I was a registered investment advisor working in Northern California.
Importance of Purchase Price on Return
Asking the question of why buyers should never pay more than appraised value on leveraged property may seem complicated to some,
Hotel bookings: Trends, tools & tips you should know
Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, it is important to make sure that your hotel booking experience is as stress-free as possible.
5 Important Considerations When Using Vitamin C Serum
She and I started talking about skin care and I was a little alarmed when I learned how she was using Vitamin C serum.
10 Simple Things to Protect Your Skin from Summer Damage
A good friend of mine recently called because she forgot her sunscreen and got a sunburn. I was able to treat her skin and give her some relief. After the treatment, I went through my list of 10 simple things to protect your skin from summer damage.
Graduated from Beauty School
I am so happy to announce that I graduated [...]
Compound Interest Is The Key Difference Between Saving And Investing
Investing is the act of putting money into something with the expectation of generating a return on that investment.
Traveling is more than just a simple escape from reality.
The adventure that comes with traveling, challenges our preconceived notions and helps us grow into better, more evolved versions of ourselves. Here are seven ways travel can benefit your mental health.
What to Look for When Hiring a Professional Financial Advisor
Look for a licensed professional with the appropriate certifications, whose approach to financial planning matches your own, and who has a history of making sound investment decisions.
Esthetician in Training
In 2017 I moved to the desert to purchase [...]
Steps in the European Facial
Healthy skin often begins with a Classic European facial. [...]
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The Art and Science of Domain Name Selection
Choosing the right domain name is a critical first step [...]
Why a Buyer Should Never Pay More than Appraised Value on Leveraged Property
Investors who use leverage to produce hefty returns lose out on potential gains when they fail to consider the opportunity costs associated with the additional funds required to cover the shortfall between the appraised and offered prices.
Orange County Great for Athletes
Consider Orange County. Forbes Magazine recently reported that Orange County is one of the most likely places to raise a world class athlete.
The Difference between Residency and Domicile
These terms hold significant legal and financial implications and must be understood thoroughly to avoid complications with taxes, legal issues, and more.
Property Management Certification for Real Estate Investments
Yesterday I completed the requirements to earn a certificate in property management by the California Association of Realtors®. I decided to add this designation to gain a better understanding of the challenges facing today's investors and property owners.
This Laguna Woods Woman Worksout, Swims, and Goes to Work
Laguna Woods Dynamic Red Head Moving to an age restricted community [...]
Laguna Woods Village Golf Cart Tunnel and Other Paths
This weekend while I was enjoying a ride through the Laguna Woods Village golf cart tunnel, I reflected on some of the adventures I am having as I settle into The Village.
Important Considerations for Aging in Place
When individuals and families decide to set a strategy for aging in place, they should address these important considerations.
SRES Designation Certificate 2016
Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) Designation This week I successfully completed [...]
Tax-Deferred 1031 Exchanges
This tax-deferred strategy allows investors to sell their investment property and use the proceeds to purchase a new property within a certain period of time, all while deferring capital gains taxes.
Can an IRA Own Real Estate?
A traditional IRA, Roth IRA, or SEP can own real estate in a self-directed account.
Make Your Money Work: The Benefits of Saving versus Investing
The most common types of assets that investors invest in include stocks, bonds, mutual funds, real estate, and commodities.