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When trading online, it’s well worth remembering that some categories of investors have a bigger impact on the markets than others. Hedge funds are among the most powerful investors, and their actions can often affect the overall direction and momentum of major assets. Many of the top hedge funds focus on the so-called FANG stocks – Facebook, Amazon, Netflix, and Google – with no sign of a slowdown in this most dynamic of sectors. On November 1st, Facebook reached its highest level of just above $182, while on November 8th,...

Investing isn’t something that is just for the bears and the bulls that spend their time in the pit on the stock exchange. In fact, there has never been a better time for the average Joe like you and me to get involved in this potentially lucrative market. However, to be successful, you do need to know a little about what you are doing, something that the 5 golden rule for investing below detailed below can help you with. Know the risks If you think that investing in something guarantees a return on your money, you need to think again....

When you see that so many people tend to make incredible incomes online, it’s so easy to assume that they’ve managed it because they’re experts. In reality, that isn’t always the case. Of course, you’re always going to get veterans that have been making money online for years and really know what you’re doing, but there are tons of people making money online that have only been doing it for a few months. And everyone has to start somewhere, right? So if you want to increase your income, and you like the idea of making...

If you are considering investing in property, you need to consider the location of the building you are buying, especially if you are thinking about the rental real-estate market. If you buy property in an area that is unlikely to attract tenants, or at least tenants who are guaranteed to look after your property rather than demolish it, it pays to do your research before signing away your earnings on something that will not offer returns on your investment. In this article, we will give you some tips on how to find the best location...

Many of us will have an idea of what sort of new year resolutions we are looking to set in 2018. Some will include losing the holiday weight gained over Christmas due to too many mince pies. Some might include saving more money, travelling, giving up a vice or simply trying to be more positive. A lot of people will have at least one New Year’s resolution directed at money, and more often than not, getting out of debt and improving their financial situation. But could you be doing things right now to better prepare you for a better financial...

If you have gotten into debt, you’re not alone. Many people all over the country get into debt, whether it’s due to a mistake they have made, careless spending, or something that was completely out of their control. Getting into debt is not the end of the world, so long as you get out of it! If you have been trying to get debt free, but you haven’t reached your goal, these could be the reasons why… You haven’t got a plan – This is one of the biggest reasons why most people struggle to become debt free. A lot of people simply...

Property is a common choice for those looking to pour their money into an investment. While some will look for a short-term investment, buying a home to increase its value before flipping it, others anticipate much higher returns by sticking with a property. Often, they anticipate that renting a property as a landlord is the way to do that. However, making a timely return, or a return at all, isn’t guaranteed when you let. In fact, your investment can prove more bothersome and costly than you might imagine if you’re not thoroughly...

Contrary to popular belief, the most difficult time for entrepreneurs is not when they start from scratch, but when they need to scale up to another level of growth and development. When you start a business, you have relatively little to lose, and mistakes are fixable. However, when your business is there for more than a year, things easily get difficult, largely because you need financing options to grow and flourish. While an SME loan is available there for your business, there are some more financing options as well which you can...

Once you have taken the loan, it is not guaranteed that the plan of repayment will go in your favor. There may be some loopholes or the time may continue to be tough for you, making it impossible to repay the loan on time. In such scenario, you go either for the loan for repaying loan or you may choose debt settlement route. Both have their pros and cons, and it all depends on your attitude towards handing the situation. To help you make better decision, here are some of the points that show you how debt negotiation route impact your...

Have you ever sat down to do your taxes and had the feeling that you’re missing something? The reality is, you’re probably right. Particularly when it comes to business expenses, you may be leaving money on the table in the form of tax write-offs. A tax deduction (or write-off) reduces the amount of your income that will be taxed, therefore reducing your tax liability or increasing your tax return. Here are three important deductions that every professional should know about. Vehicle Deductions If you drive at all for business, you...