Today I'm going to share with you an incredibly fascinating interview I had with Ben Hubbard, co-founder of OlimDives.com, an online based stock market exchange game that lets you learn about investing in the markets with a fun, social twist. Ben is currently living an untemplate life as an entrepreneur in Saudi Arabia, many thousands of miles away from his hometown in Plano, … [Read more...]
The Average 401(k) Balance Is Still Way Too Low!
Fidelity Investments, one of the largest administrators of 401(k)s in the world reported that the average 401(k) retirement balance for US workers hit a record high of $80,900 in the first quarter of 2013 thanks to a massive 140%+ increase in the stock market since March of 2009. Those who are age 55 and older have seen their balances almost double to $255,000 from $130,700. … [Read more...]
5 Surprising Things You Need To Know About Insurance
Those of us who purchase various forms of insurance—including business, automobile, medical, homeowners, renters, disability and life insurance—pay out thousands of dollars to our insurers every single year and rarely get to see what happens when major hiccups occur. These unexpected accidents and emergencies are, of course, what we purchase the insurance for as an "in case … [Read more...]
Tips On How To Be More Persuasive And Get What You Want
Do you find yourself constantly frustrated that you don't get your way or feel like you're always being told what to do? Ever wonder how some people always seem to win new customers and grow their business? Don't let jealousy and irritation consume your spirit and turn you into a complainer nobody wants to be around. Instead, learn how to influence people and you won't fall … [Read more...]
Top Sights In Australia For The Adventure Seeker
One of my 2013 goals is to travel abroad to a new country, or perhaps even two or three depending on my budget and itinerary. I enjoy exploring new places whenever I can, but the hardest part of traveling for me is deciding where to go! I've been to over 25 countries so far, yet there are so many more incredible places I still want to see. For my next trip, I have my radar on … [Read more...]