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The change in workforce
Bob Dylan hit the nail on the head when he sang, “The times, they are a-changin’.” Even though that was written decades ago, it still applies, especially to today’s workforce. And brokers need to adapt if they want to survive. … Continue reading
Finances – Who is in the dark?
For all the promises exchanged at the altar, parties rarely commit to telling new spouses what’s going on in their bank accounts. As a result, 33 percent of newlyweds are surprised by a partner’s financial situation and 36 percent don’t know anything … Continue reading
Better Prospecting
Are you a nice person? Could that be said of you? In fact, do people remark that you are a pleasure to be with? Do they tell others? I read a book some time ago that impressed me on the … Continue reading
Penthouse becomes NYC’s most expensive ever A home on Manhattan’s Fifth Avenue has become the city’s most expensive listing. The former home of financier John Gutfreund, the CEO of Solomon Brothers who died in March, is listed at $120 million. … Continue reading
Are you getting ready for Retirement
When it comes to finances, it seems that Americans are woefully unprepared for retirement, according to a 2015 report issued by National Institute of Retirement Security (NIRS). The Continuing Retirement Savings Crisis, states the typical American household was further behind … Continue reading
Real Estate and Prospecting
Why does the profession of selling real estate pay so much to some and so little to the rest? What’s the secret of top producers? What do they do that is so different? The answer is to START prospecting. Let’s … Continue reading
What age is it a good idea to look into life insurance?
I get this question more than any question about Life Insurance so here is my answer: Life insurance can be acquired at a variety of life stages. You may hear about life insurance being used as a tool for infinite banking, … Continue reading
Crazy TAX LAWS around the world
Imagine that you have a client that works as a professional clown. In this imaginary scenario, your client would want to know that his clown uniform, from the oversized shoes to the red nose, is deductible from his tax return. … Continue reading
The annuity 99% of clients should avoid (and one that’s better)
It’s naïve to assume that Jane Bryant Quinn, who writes monthly columns for AARP Bulletin and AARP.org, would pass up the opportunity to caution folks against certain types of annuities; and she does so in both the book and an interview … Continue reading
Consumers lose confidence in home prices
Fewer Americans believe that home prices will increase over the next twelve months according to a survey by Fannie May. Its Home Purchase Sentiment Index increased 1.2 per cent to 82.7 in February but the share of respondents who expect … Continue reading