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I've been trading QQQQ calls and puts off and on to generate income. I wanted to share some of my trades and welcome feedback and input. If you have thoughts and suggestions on how I can improve my positions, please feel free to post.
Read →Boomers? Young investors? Everybody? The answer will surprise you!
Read →The jobs picture was actually starting to look sunny again! But how can that be with all those bankruptcies?
Read →After months of remaining near 5%, mortgage rates have shot up over the past two weeks and are now at 5.20% according to BestCashCow/Informa data.
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10-Year Treasury Bonds Hit 4% for First Time Since 18 Months
Ten year US Treasury Bonds reached 4% yesterday for the first time in 18 months as good economic data and upcoming auctions drove yield up and prices down.
Read →Conservative dividend-seeking investors are faced with an array of choice when selecting where to put their money. If dividend paying stocks are what interest you, it will pay (literally) to keep in mind these investing tips.
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Comparing New Homes and Existing Homes
When choosing what type of home you want to buy, there are several things to consider. One of the most important decisions you will have to make is if you want a newly-built home or an existing pre-owned home. Here are some pros and cons of each to help you make your decision.
Read →Rules about deductions and the location of income add up to make a bizarre tax picture for some companies--how can you get that kind of treatment?
Read →The unemployment pain seems to only gets worse with every passing day, but for some people, they've figured that the way to their own solution is their own job.
Read →The municipal market weakened into quarter end on low volume and a shortened trading schedule last week. Treasury bond losses are exacerbating seasonal tax-related selling pressures, and, with another huge Treasury offering calendar this week and at least temporary confidence in stronger growth, our market could be situated for more of the same this week. However, a new quarter should also refresh institutional risk taking, and higher yields up front could begin to re-attract investors.
Read →As part of the interview with Senior Loan Officer Jim O' Malley, we asked him about Jumbo mortgages. In some states like Massachusetts, the jumbo level begins at $523,750. Over that limit, it becomes much harder to get a loan. You must have at least 25% down, 6 months of reserves, and a FICO score over 720.
Read →Mortgage rates are on the rise. How far do you think they will go up?
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How to Pay and File Federal Back Taxes
With a lackluster economy and high unemployment, many taxpayers are facing tax bills they cannot pay which can be brought on in many ways. In any event, get a better understanding of why and how to file back taxes. More importantly, understand the various payment agreements available in order to pay back taxes owed and get into compliance with the IRS.
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