http://www.bizbud.com BIZBUD.com - Investing - Latest Additions en admin@bizbud.com admin@bizbud.com http://www.bizbud.com/page/what_is_an_angel_investor.shtml Copyright 2006 David Rapp Ventures If you're thinking of starting business, you may want to consider equity financing from private investors. You may have heard the term angel investor before. So w... (by David Rapp - September 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/start_investing_early_in_your_career.shtml You’re young, you just landed a new job and you’re going to be getting a decent paycheck. You also have bills and student loans to pay and there are also a few items that you’ve always wanted so now y... (by Tomas Cullin - September 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/a_complete_beginners_guide_to_bond_investing.shtml Unlike the volatile stock market, bonds are quite stable over long periods (most of the time). They have more predictable characteristics — owing to their fixed interest rates. This guide will make so... (by Bill Dufrane - September 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/become_a_successful_business_angel.shtml If you have enough capital to semi-retire but not enough to maintain your present lifestyle if you live to see the age of 90, there are several options for trying to make your money grow in order to e... (by Robert Hunter - September 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/golden_heart_your_big_reason_to_jump_into_the_gold_market.shtml Ok let's face it. People love gold. For thousands of years kings and conquerors and adventurers alike have sought tirelessly after it. Wars were fought over it, empires forged with it, and great kings... (by Joe Harris - September 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/global_investments_a_crumbling_wall_of_worry_presents_an_international_profit_opportunity.shtml Editor's Note: Despite the uncertainty and pessimism priced into the market right now, Oxford Club global equities expert Horacio Márquez remains an optimist. Today, the former head of Emerging Market... (by Dr. Mark Skousen - September 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/new_trends_in_investor_services.shtml The term “investor relations” is more than just a buzz phrase that gets bandied about in corporate circles – and it isn’t just about making use of an excellent transfer agent. In fact, many companies ... (by Katerina Mitrou - September 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/real_estate_investing_by_mail.shtml One of my favorite real estate investing stories is about a man in California who used to just send out offers on a hundred MLS listings at a time. He never looked at the properties. He just offered 2... (by Steve Gillman - September 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/online_investing_basics.shtml A lot of smart individuals would like the risk and thrill of picking their own stocks and funds on the stock market. These people are often day traders and need to have access to viewing each stock in... (by Adam Masterson - August 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/investing_in_sicily_italy_property_and_real_estate_an_opportunity_for_overseas_home__villa_buyers.shtml Sicily Italy is the only Mediterranean island which is yet to become a tourist trap. This means that prices are still lower than some other destinations and for now, a more peaceful environment - yet ... (by Paul Symonds - August 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/real_estate_investing_no_lawyers_no_debt_no_plungers.shtml Real Estate investing is not nearly as legally complicated, financially burdensome, or time consuming as you might think. In fact, it is easy to add raw land, shopping centers, apartment complexes, an... (by Steve Selengut - August 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/mutual_funds_expenses.shtml Sometimes investors think of mutual funds as a straight choice between no-load funds or load funds, because that is what they read about in the financial or popular press. But, there are a host of mut... (by Michael Saville - August 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/calculating_depreciation_for_your_investments.shtml Investing in real estate? Thinking about buying new equipment for your business? The depreciation you take on your tax return can turn into a significant tax benefit. But you need to make some complex... (by Stephen L. Nelson, CPA - August 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/bubble_schmubble_real_estate_investing_for_now_and_forever.shtml The real estate world is still being bombarded with the luminous thought of the real estate bubble bursting or popping or whatever it’s supposed to be doing. High priced markets and hot areas like Mi... (by Robb Beltran - August 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/investments_playing_it_safe_on_wall_street.shtml Investing can be scary. People tell stories of stock market crashes and the pain of cutting their losses. However, investments offer a dangerous magnetism that pulls people to Wall Street to invest in... (by Robert Michael - August 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/is_stock_market_timing_better_than_buy_and_hold_investing.shtml Financial planners, brokerage firms and mutual fund companies maintain that individuals should buy and hold their investments forever, till they retire. This "buy and hold" philosophy has been disastr... (by Dr. Sanjoy Ghose - August 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/10_questions_angel_investors_will_ask_you.shtml If you are looking to private investors for business funding, then you better be ready to answer some serious questions. The following ten questions will always be asked by savvy investors, so make su... (by David Rapp - August 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/exchange_traded_funds_are_an_interesting_alternative_to_mutual_funds.shtml Exchange-traded funds (or EFT for short) have recently become a more and more interesting alternative to classic mutual funds. As of today, there are over 175 EFTs accumulating over 200 billion dollar... (by Jill Kane - August 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/arizona_your_dreamland_for_real_estate_investment.shtml You can safely bet on Arizona if you are looking for great spot for real estate properties. Great living environment, favorable temperatures and breath taking scenic beauties make Arizona one of the s... (by Sam D'Costa - August 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/real_estate_investing_and_goal_setting.shtml What is the primary reason for success most people have that seems to elude unsuccessful people? Goal setting is the primary reason for success. Lack of proper planning is the number one reason for fa... (by David Neese - April 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/investing_in_bulgarian_property_the_fast_track_to_huge_capital_gains.shtml There are amazing profits to be made in the Bulgarian property market. Careful research can even uncover properties that offer instant equity and guaranteed returns. Bulgaria is currently the EU inves... (by Mark Gardner Emerson - March 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/bulgaria_the_investment_opportunity_with_prices_for_everyone.shtml The secret is well and truly out for Bulgaria. With the cheapest property prices in Europe, and a ridiculously low cost of living, people are buying Bulgarian properties in their droves. Traditionall... (by Mark Gardner Emerson - March 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/simplifying_return_on_investment.shtml I recently had a discussion with a small business owner about an investment in a second location that he was considering. After going through his financials, which he had done a great job of putting t... (by Jim Deyo - March 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/investing_the_path_to_creating_wealth.shtml A Beginner's Guide to Investing If you can save some amount of money at the end of the month, you can even make it grow by investing it wisely. It is an efficient way to get richer. As a beginner yo... (by Lester Surtere - March 2006) http://www.bizbud.com/page/great_starting_ideas_for_the_new_real_estate_investor.shtml In his interview with me, John Paul Moses, who is the founder of our Local Memphis Investors Group, was willing to give us some tips about how to start as a real estate investor. After reading “Rich D... (by David Neese - March 2006)