Posts by Rob
Opportunities in Retirement
0October 16, 2009
So, retirement is just around the corner or perhaps you have already made that move and given up the stress of that long career to enjoy more time doing something different and spending more time with your partner.
It might be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for to spend more time on [...]
How to Find the Best Financial Education Program
0October 13, 2009
If you’re reading this then hopefully you are looking for a way to take control of your own finances by completing some form of financial education program. Perhaps you have sacked your financial adviser because he’s done such a crap job over the last couple of years and you reckon you can [...]
The need for Financial Education
0October 12, 2009
Not long after the start of the global financial crisis I became aware of a material difference between the so-called wealthy and the wannabe wealthy. Apart from the obvious difference in fortunes held, I have observed there is a difference in the financial education levels and approach to [...]
Wealth Happens Online
0October 9, 2009
In financial circles we often talk about wealth creation strategies and how to increase your retirement savings. The expectation from most people is to build wealth gradually for a secure retirement. This is the path designed by financial advisers and conveyed by the media. That’s because [...]
Secrets to Success with Financial Education – Part 2
0October 8, 2009
Having established that you need to be self employed to stand a better chance of success, let’s now look at what you need to make the right investment decisions with the income you are going to generate through your own self employed business.
Financial education is essential if you are going [...]
Secrets to Success with Financial Education – Part 1
0October 7, 2009
The secrets to financial education lay in changing your short term picture
Golden Income Opportunities in Retirement
0October 6, 2009
Combine the fun of gold prospecting with an online business to earn income in retirement.
If you are like most people approaching or in retirement then you probably own a caravan and don’t believe in hibernating in your den during the winter months. Instead you’ll take off and head to where [...]
6 Things to Do With Your Tax Refund.
2October 6, 2009
So…You’re getting a tax refund this year? Avoid the temptation of wasting your refund. If you have accumulated your tax refund over the last 12 months treat it like a savings program and here’s 6 things to do with your tax refund……….. (more…)
Self Employed Opportunities for Retirees
0September 30, 2009
If you’re retired and relying on your pension or retirement savings to support your lifestyle then most likely you’ve taken a major hit over the last 2 years with the global crisis and financial meltdown severely affecting the savings of most retirees. So are there any self employed [...]
How to become Self Employed and perhaps even Rich.
0September 28, 2009
It’s no surprise that so many people are turning to the internet seeking ways to make a fortune or even just earn a living.
The global crisis and financial meltdown has put many people out of work across the globe and is continuing to do so. The attraction of finding a home based business or [...]
How to Find the Best Online Self Employed Business Opportunity
0September 27, 2009
Rob Bourne has been involved in the financial services industry for over 35 years. A practising financial adviser he now focuses on the need for people to be better informed through realistic and down-to-earth financial planning and education. The aim is to help working class people acquire a better understanding of investments and business opportunities through better financial education.
Beware the Dangers of Self Employed Business Opportunities
1September 25, 2009
With unemployment rates climbing across the globe – it’s no wonder people are looking at self employed business opportunities. In the US alone nearly 15 million people are unemployed (August 2009) and increasing at the rate of 4 -500,000 per month. The unemployment rate in the US is close to [...]
Safe Money
0July 20, 2009
Many investors are adopting a supremely conservative approach by converting the bulk of their retirement portfolio to cash by dumping stocks and bonds. (more…)
Debt Settlement Don’ts
0July 20, 2009
If you are heavily in debt, the best thing that you can do is to learn about credit, how to manage your debt effectively, and then to put your lessons into play. (more…)
Foreclosure Vs. Underwater
0July 20, 2009
A growing number of people are underwater with respect to the valuation of their home. This simply means that they owe more on the house than what it is presently worth. (more…)
It’s Not Over Yet
0July 20, 2009
According to most published reports, the effects of the recession are starting to recede, and the global economy is beginning to rebound. But don’t get your hopes up just yet. (more…)
A New Approach
0July 20, 2009
Financial planning has taken on a whole new face. It is no longer simply the domain of advising clients how best to invest their money in order to optimize returns. (more…)
Become An Entrepreneur
0July 20, 2009
According to U.S. News & World Report, becoming an entrepreneur is one of the best ways to ensure long-term financial security. (more…)
The Last To Improve
0July 20, 2009
If your employment situation has been impacted in any way by the global economic tsunami, you should be aware of the fact that employment levels are typically the last part of the economy to improve. (more…)
The Career Audit
0July 20, 2009
For many people, their career literally defines them. They become extensions of their jobs, and think of themselves through the lens of what they do for a living. (more…)
