2016

  • Selling Stocks At A Loss To Offset Taxable Income

    Most investors strive to cultivate investments that will result in a gain when sold. However, an investment loss is not necessarily a total and complete loss. Individuals can strategically sell stocks at a loss to offset certain gains otherwise included in taxable income. Effect of a stock sale loss  You may have some stock holdings that have declined in value over time. If the stocks are sold by the end of the tax year, you may utilize the loss to offset gains realized on other investment transactions. [Read More]

  • Bail Bonds 101: A Guide For Inexperienced Family Members Seeking Bail For A Loved One

    Smack dab in the middle of life, you get a call that your loved one has been arrested and is now in jail. Often, coming up with bail money will be the only way to get your loved one out of jail. However, if you are like most, you just won't have the extra funds available to pay for bail to get your loved one out of jail. Thankfully for you and your jailed loved one, there is another option in the form of bail bonds services. [Read More]

  • 3 Keys To Successfully Negotiating Your Home Mortgage Rate Like A Pro

    If you are like most prospective homeowners, taking out a mortgage means you walk into the lender's office and wait for them to tell you the terms and conditions of what they have to offer. This is simply because unless you have had plenty of prior experience with buying a home or an experience with mortgages professionally, you probably just don't know a great deal about how it all works. The problem with this is, a lender may not lay everything on the table that is available unless you ask questions, which can mean you leave with a mortgage rate that is not as ideal as you would like. [Read More]

  • Three Common Payday Loan Concerns Addressed

    Experiencing a serious financial shortfall can be an extremely stressful situation for anyone to encounter. Fortunately, it is often possible to take out a payday loan to help you make ends meet during these difficult times. However, if you have limited experience and knowledge when it comes to these loans, you will likely benefit from learning the answers to a few of the more frequently asked payday loan questions and concerns. [Read More]