Archive for December 2008

12.26.2008

We are buying an investment property. With little to put down, what is the best way to finance the property?

We have a large amount of equity in our current house.
We have no bills other than the mortgage on our current house.
Is a home equity loan to get to the 20% down payment and then a conventional loan on the investment property itself the best way to go?
Or is it best to finance [...]

12.26.2008

How to find an investment for a new business rather than a loan of finding a investor?

I am a small businessman, who really tries to start a own business but fails at finding the fund or investment for it. It really is hard for me to find it. Please help for useful tips and strategies.Pricilla

12.25.2008

What would be a good investment given the demand for digital TVs will spike?

With the sales of digital TVs increasing next year and in 2009, what would a good investment be? A retailer like Amazon, Best Buy, or Costco? A manufacturer like Sony or Hitachi? Or a software company that dabbles in the TV space, like Apple?Glayds

12.25.2008

How is work in the investment industry like?

Hi, I am considering a career switch to the investment industry from an engineering career. I am considering of taking up the CFA program to equip myself with the technical skills required for this industry and at the same time, to enable me to step foot into this industry.
But before I decide whether to enroll [...]

12.24.2008

What types of investment plans are out there for young entrapeurs?

I am constantly wondering what types of investment plans or other forms of investment are out there for young entrepeurs who just want to make quick money legally. Therefore, just prove a full explanation of your opinion. Thank you.Hien

12.24.2008

What is the total cost to be debited to the investment account?

on June 1, $500,000 of bonds were purchased as a long-term investment at 101 and $600 was paid as the brokerage commission. If the bonds bear interest a 11%, which is paid semiannually on January 1 and July 1. what is the total cost to be debited to the investment account?Candie

12.23.2008

Who gives higher returns of interest Banks or Investment companies when it comes to mutual funds?

Who’s going to give the best return in Mutual Funds, a bank or an investment company? Who’s less likely to have all the fees that come along with me investing in mutual funds?Melda

12.22.2008

What is the best investment for your money?

What is the best short term investment for one’s money with the highest return, with the lowest amount of risk? I’m invested in CD’s and they give a good interest rate and very skeptical of the stock market yoyo and not interested in the shaky housing market. But my question still remains and want to [...]

12.22.2008

What is the return on investment of a check cashing franchise?

I am working with a franchise consultant who is recommending that I purchase a check cashing franchise with a company called Family Financial Centers. I have never owned a franchise before. I would like to find out from current franchisees of this or other companies how much investment of their personal time is necessary and [...]

12.22.2008

What should I look for in an investment property?

So that it can be positively geared?
How do I determine if a property will make a good investment?
Is there a checklist someone can reccommend?Joeann