Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Make Money Online: Money Grows On Trees, Right?

Remember the sentiment, "Money doesn't grow on trees," spouted by your parents when you were growing up? We thought they were so smart. They were right money does not grow on trees, at least no trees in my yard have bills hanging off.
Today, many people are searching. They are searching for an opportunity to help them get more money. In all reality, it's not really that they want lots of money, but they want financial security and freedom from mounting debts. It has been said that Americans today have more debt than ever and that most are just a few paychecks short of bankruptcy. You want to change all that right? That's why you are here.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying having a luxury vehicle isn't on your mind but you know that's not what will make you truly happy. You'll be happy to not live pay check to pay check. You'll be happy to know that you no longer have credit card debt and that your children will be able to go to college. You'll love it if you can buy them what they want without having to break the bank. You'd be very happy to go in to work one day and say to your boss, "Goodbye, I make enough money at home that I don't need to work for you anymore." Wouldn't that be something? That can be your reality if you want it to be.
A banner headline that says, "Online Money-Making Machine, Makes You Money In Your Sleep," grabs your attention, but sounds too good to be true? It probably is. What you need to find is a solution that provides you with the freedom to make money online, work at your own pace, from your home, without lots of selling. You want to leverage your time and not work harder but work smarter. There are many people out in the internet marketing community raking in millions seemingly overnight. It can be done but it is not automatic!
If you are lazy and think that by clicking a few buttons, you can make thousands of dollars you will be sadly mistaken. While it is easier than ever to make money online using your computer, it will still take some dedication, discipline, time and yes, work.
So how do you know what opportunity is right? Only you can answer that for yourself. Each person must explore their own motivations, desires, abilities, commitment level, etc. You can make a couple of bucks a month to well over $100K in a month. The choices are up to you. I urge you to search online for opportunities and evaluate them carefully. Here are a few suggestions to aid you in making your decision:
1. Look at the website. Does it appear to be cheesy or have some good content helpful to you?
2. Is there a real person involved? Stock photos and people smiling holding lots of cash, fancy cars, or big houses are great, but you need to connect with the business owner and know there is someone real on the other end. If a phone number is provided, give them a call or ask them to call you.
3. Investigate the company being presented. Do they get a lot of complaints or a bad rating with the Better Business Bureau?
4. Do you believe in the product(s) you would be selling? If they are vague, on the website, ask some questions of the business owner. Some companies are flashy up front but don't have much to support them for long term, sustainability.
5. Do they require a large start up fee? Some fees can be expected because if it is free, there is likely more chance that the company just provides the basics and you have to learn everything on your own. They may have different levels of packages depending on your budget. That may be good if you have enough money you can start earning at the top but if you are strapped for cash you can still get your foot in the door and work your way up.
6. Do they have a system to help you? As mentioned above, a good support system (even if you have to pay for it) will save you some costly mistakes in the future. Training and help are a must.
Whatever business you decide upon, stick to it with determination and persistence and ultimately you can succeed. Working for yourself can provide freedom and making money online in the comfort of your own home is ideal!

Home Equity Line Of Credit Explained

With all the types of loans being offered by the many financial lenders everywhere, plus the mind boggling terms they use in describing each service, it's no wonder that many people interested in availing one stay confused. There are plenty of debtors still confused; hearing the explanations as given by some professionals comes in one ear, and goes out the other. These people just nod their heads to not look stupid and save their faces - if you can relate, I've got good news for you: it doesn't have to be that way. Coz today, I'm going to tackle one particular loan service that leaves plenty of individuals stumped, and it's known as home equity line of credit.
For better understanding, start reading here: home equity line of credit is, as its name obviously implies, is a line of credit. What that means is that it works very much similar to a credit card, only that it's tied in with the equity (the assessed value of your shack or whatever place your living at) of your home. You'll be given a debit card and checks in order to have access to the money you intend to borrow. You could use the money for whatever purpose you intend for, like paying the bills or financing your child's education. You may even use it for paying off debts through debt consolidation or whatever solution you had in mind.
The key advantage here is that the interest rates that have placed on the cash you borrow is lower than the other types of unsecured credit cards, mainly coz the lenders have your house as collateral. That also brings up the advantage of being granted a longer payback period of whatever you borrow, as well as a larger line of credit. Last benefit to be reaped is this: the interest paid here is deductible from your federal income tax. That does all sound too good to be true, so before you get worked up excessively, it's time to talk about the key disadvantages.
Here's the biggest: as I've said earlier, you put your house up as collateral, what that means is that you face the possibility of losing it to your creditors for failure to comply with the agreements that took place between you to. Main cause would be the incapability to pay off what you owe, or falling behind one too many payments. Ultimately, you can end up a homeless bum, with no place to go or stay, unless you've got parents that are willing to take you back. I wish I could say that the scenario was a joke or impossible, but it could still happen to anybody, why? The inner compulsive buyer - there's one inside each and every individual everywhere.
And giving him a home equity line of credit at his disposal can mean trouble for you, friend. Having easy access to the funds can be dangerous, so it's best you keep a leash on that animal. Before you even think of availing the said service, it'd be wise to think things over, and spend for only what you really need.