Tag: Biblical investing
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Build Wealth With Property, Not Precious Metals
“Choose knowledge, rather than gold, “King Solomon tells us I Proverbs 8:10, pointing out that, however glamorous, gold has limited staying power. For today’s investors, too, the wise King’s words are a reminder that investing in gold may yield short term profits, but real estate produces long term wealth. Precious metals investing offers investors the…
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Real Estate Trumps Gold for Long Term Returns
King Solomon advises us in his Proverbs to seek wisdom over gold and silver. And it turns out that in these modern times, wise investors recognize that gold and silver aren’t the most prudent of investments for a return that keeps on giving. As the prices of gold and other precious metals bounce up and…
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Mortgage Lenders Loosen Credit Requirements
King Solomon reminds us that wisdom and houses go hand in hand for a prosperous and blessed life. “”Wisdom hath built herself a house,” he tells us in Proverbs 9:1. Now, in spite of the tighter lending standards that took effect in January 2014, more hopeful homeowners may be able to qualify for a mortgage…
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Inflation Can Be An Investor’s Friend
Most Americans believe that any inflation, however small, is harmful. But King Solomon reminds us to view the world with wisdom and discernment, and that means looking at what’s behind popular beliefs like this. It turns out that mild inflation actually helps the economy – and, as Jason Hartman always says, it can be an…
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Natural Disasters Create Challenges for Landlords
“The house of the just is very much strength,” King Solomon tells us in Proverbs 15:6. But when natural disasters hit, even those strong houses may fall. And picking up the pieces after a flood, fire or other catastrophic event can create new problems for owners of rental income property. If a mudslide sweeps away…
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In World Markets, the Dollar Inspires Trust
In dollars we trust. In spite of recent ups and downs in the world money markets, that’s still the view of the venerable US greenback in many places around the globe. The reason for the dollar’s continued popularity: it’s backed by a stable, secure government and works virtually anywhere in the world. As a recent…
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Human Needs Drive Investing Success
What do people really need? King Solomon knew that living a life guided by wisdom and prudence leads to prosperity that gives people what they need to feel secure, safe and satisfied – home, family and a connection with God. Recognizing those needs can lead to investing success, too – and an old psychological theory…
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Tax Season Means Tax ID Theft
The Proverbs of King Solomon are full of warnings against liars, cheaters and deceivers. That pretty well sums up the nature of today’s hackers and scammers, who hijack personal information from all kinds of sources. Tax ID theft is up 66 percent from just four years ago, and most victims don’t know they’ve been hit…
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Your Credit Score: Investing Gold
According to King Solomon, prudence is the watchword for prosperity – and for today;s investors, one important aspect of prudent money management is managing credit wisely. Your credit score affects virtually every aspect of buying investment properties. And while it’s not impossible to get a mortgage with a less than desirable credit score the new…
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Fewer First Time Buyers: More Renters
“Wisdom hath built herself a house, “ says King Solomon in Proverbs 9:1. And in today’s world, the wise King’s words point up the smart move of buying houses. But many would be homebuyers remain locked out of the process, thanks to factors including more stringent mortgage lending standards and an iffy employment picture. And…