June 30th, 2006 by jhampton
Youth are some of the most favored demographics that marketers attempt to reach. However, reaching youth where they are is vital.
If you are trying to attract youth, here are some places to go:
MySpaceFreshFilmsYouTubeXBox LiveFlickrRunescapeAddictingGames
Youth are fickle, and what’s hot today will not be hot tomorrow. However, at this time, these are all sites that [...]
Relevant Tags: demograpics, kids marketing, marketing to youth, youth marketing
June 30th, 2006 by jhampton
An efficient website is a more profitable website. Tweaking your site can increase your profitability as much as 25%.
Take a look at your books. Could you use another 25% added to your revenue?
It’s shocking to realize that simple site tweaks could really earn you
that much more money, but sites that engage readers keep them [...]
Relevant Tags: e commerce, online business, online marketing, web issues, web site design
June 30th, 2006 by jhampton
The stock market is an exciting, yet intimidating market to get into. So many have a desire to take part in the market, but they lack the drive to take the first step.
Take heart, it’s much easier than you think.
Dollar Cost AveragingOne quick way to invest in the market is to choose a [...]
Relevant Tags: debt, dollar cost averaging, fund, investments, stock market
June 30th, 2006 by jhampton
The Fed Chairman raised the interest rate yesterday 1/4 point and the discount rates as well. This means you will see higher interest rates when you take out a loan to buy any property.
However, there is good news. The Fed Chairman hinted that while further rate increases may be imminent, they may not come [...]
Relevant Tags: housing, real estate, real estate investing, rental property
June 30th, 2006 by jhampton
Your debt is dragging you down, isn’t it? The peace of mind that you need just isn’t possible without putting away the debt.
A PlanYou’ve got to come up with some way to break free. A budget AND a plan for the debt is essential. Start out by choosing where you want to spend your essential [...]
Relevant Tags: budget, budgeting, debt free, debts, pay off
June 29th, 2006 by jhampton
With the year half over, consider your current trading practices and reflect on the market and how it has performed for you.
If you are doing well with your current investment strategy consider your plans for the remainder of this year.
If your plan needs adjusting consider developing a relationship with an investment coach to assist [...]
Relevant Tags: investment coaching, investment strategy, wealth coaching
June 29th, 2006 by jhampton
Duke Energy announced plans to sell their marketing and trading business to Fortis of Belgium.
In addition, Fortis will pay an amount equal to the value of the portfolio of contracts and net working capital associated with the business. That amount will be determined at closing, which is slated to occur in 90 days.Charlotte-based Duke expects [...]
Relevant Tags: corporate purchase, duke energy, marketing company, marketing division
June 29th, 2006 by jhampton
Real estate investing may seem like a poor choice due to the high number of new homes coupled with a lower demand for these homes, however, all signs point to the fact that now is the time to get started in real estate.
Many economists say decent price appreciation is still possible in several of the [...]
Relevant Tags: real estate investing, real estate market, success real estate system, wealth building
June 29th, 2006 by jhampton
eCommerce is not only lucrative but the idea of being your own boss and owning an online or home business can be very exciting.
Jumping right in to business without some forethought can be a disaster. Here are a few questions to answer when looking at a home or online business opportunity.
Avoid the offers of "start [...]
Relevant Tags: ecommerce tips, home business ideas, internet success strategies, online business
June 29th, 2006 by jhampton
A not-so-new idea has become very popular lately. Instead of using credit cards for consumer purchasing, banks have been offering overdraft lines of credit for a check card or checking account.
Now these are good deals when you are faced with an emergency but again, it is debt. It’s a very poor idea when using this [...]
Relevant Tags: debt reduction plan, lines of credit, prosper learning, wealth building, wealth coaching