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5 Weird But Creative Personal Finance Tips

I think most of you are aware of the shrinking global economy unless you have been hiding in the Himalayas for the past two years or so. Making money, in today’s scenario, is not easy at all. You have to reduce your spending, work 15 hours instead of 8, stop partying, but you don’t save a negligible amount to pay your credit card bills.

You say, “I’m trying everything to improve my financial stability.” I’m sure not. Below are some strange but smart personal financial tips to make money fast.

1. Medical Research

No, I’m not asking you to do medical research. That will be done by doctors and doctors. You only need to lend your body for research. This is not as terrible as it sounds because all trials and tests are carried out under expert supervision and they must comply with strict laws. I don’t know about other countries, but in the US they make sure your body is safe when doing tests. Normal trials include testing doses of drugs that have been tested carefully, but not in humans.

There is no need to be in a good condition to get involved because drugs are not for healthy people. Although some research looks for a healthy body, most of them look for smokers, or obese sufferers, or asthma sufferers. Those who are interested, be prepared for small side effects.

2. Blood trade

Donating your blood is a virtue. But this is an opportunity in a recession. In the … READ MORE ...

Ronnie Jackson by — January 17, 2020 in Venture Capital Loans
If You’re Having Any of These Issues, the Right CPA Might Be Able to Help

Financial issues are pervasive and can impact people in all economic classes. For those who need some assistance and expert consultation in this realm, a certified public accountant could be the right person for the job.

Tax Preparation

This is likely the first area that comes to mind when many people think of a CPA. Among the most common duties of someone who is affiliated with the United CPA Association, or UCPAA, is handling the ordinary and extraordinary tax returns of various clients.

Auditing Needs

Corporations and other groups with a responsibility to show stakeholders financial responsibility and fidelity might need to comply with audits. Generally speaking, a CPA is uniquely trained or qualified to perform such detail-oriented tasks.

Consulting Services

Beyond the more specific details an accountant tackles on a daily basis, there is also the more nebulous consulting aspect of this career choice. Sitting down with people of various backgrounds, each with unique requests and desires, can be a tricky proposition. Nevertheless, a successful CPA knows how to put others at ease while meeting their short-term and long-term needs.
Becoming a CPA is a goal many people share, but not everyone on that path understands the varied responsibilities they face. The three jobs outlined above merely scratch the surface of a complex profession.… READ MORE ...

Ronnie Jackson by — January 4, 2020 in Venture Financing
A Speculator Is The Same As An Investor, Whether You Like It Or Not

A Speculator Is The Same As An Investor, Whether You Like It Or Not

One might wonder: what is the difference between being a speculator and being an investor. There a lot of controversy on this matter and many opinions. Some believe they are the same, some believe they are complete opposites. I believe that they both mean the same thing but they are only perceived differently. Some might prefer being called investors but I do not know many people who would like to call themselves speculators.

Investors sound smart, sound highly intellectual people with a decent and big education. Speculators on the other hand, sound like that twisted guy making all sorts of plans on how to get rick quickly! But that is not completely true. In my opinion all speculators are investors and all investors are speculator, regardless of what they call themselves.

You can easily understand why someone would claim an “investor” status instead of a speculator. Take for example financial advisors: imagine if you went to your bank and you would like to make some good use of some money that you might have available. Then, you call the manager and he introduces himself “Hi, I’m here to help you with your speculation strategies”. That does not sound really good does it?

That is why most will call themselves investors instead of speculators since investors will be better seem in the society. But make no mistake, investors are also speculating whether they like to admit it or not. When you invest, you are SPECULATING about a future price or condition … READ MORE ...

Ronnie Jackson by — November 13, 2019 in Venture Financing
Capital Finance, How to Go When You Need Funding

At one point or another, many people need funds to start a business or project or even to buy assets. However, most of the time they don’t have the capital needed to do it. Resources for resources can be very stressful and busy. You cannot give up even though there are many sources of capital available if you do your research. If you want to achieve financial freedom, you may have to take risks but they must be taken into account. You should always look at your finances before you go out to look for alternative funding methods.

However, if you don’t have a lot of money saved, you might have to borrow. Many people approach banks and other lending institutions when they need capital financing. You must have a solid business plan, accurate cash flow projections, guarantees and besides they will check your credit to see if you are a risky business. You can choose to apply for a state grant.

Capital Finance, How to Go When You Need Funding

What you need to know is that they are very competitive and you have to really obey the rules and regulations of how the money should be spent. The chances of you getting one of these are limited so you are advised to keep other options open. Venture capitalists have been recognized as a good source of financial capital. There are special qualifications that they are looking for when they want to invest in your business.

You need to have a good management team and a fast growth … READ MORE ...

Ronnie Jackson by — October 26, 2019 in Venture Financing
Customer Service + Longevity

Trying to get new customers is a full-time job. Potentially, prospective customers are everywhere, but getting their interest and attention can be extremely time consuming. Sometimes there isn’t much time left over to focus on other customer service and sales related aspects of managing your business. One strategy many businesses use is to try to obtain repeat business from former or existing customers. It’s far easier to get a sale from someone who has already purchased from you, especially if they had a great experience

Customer Service + Longevity

When Was The Last Time You Checked On An Old Customer?

Existing customers can easily get lost (and forgotten) in the shuffle when a business is trying to grow. Unfortunately, when we lose an existing customer for a new one, we haven’t gained anything. We have however, lost time, money, and effort by letting one get away. With every customer that goes somewhere else, their investment (in you) goes with them. They will also be the hardest customer to get back. In Entrepreneur Magazine, Gary Vaynerchuk’s blog reminds us of the difference between farming and hunting when it comes to repeat customers,

“Farming is focused on nurturing your customer through a caring relationship. Hunting is trying to close another deal…”

Retention

In a challenging economic environment sometimes all you can hope for is retention, when it comes to market share. Customers will only be loyal to you if you are loyal — and attentive, to them. A loyal customer base is what creates the foundation … READ MORE ...

Ronnie Jackson by — October 23, 2019 in Capital Investment