Tag: financial advice
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Banks Learn From the Past – and Harm the Recovery?
King Solomon’s proverbs emphasize again and again the vital importance of wisdom and prudence in living a live blessed by God. One key to acquiring wisdom, he says, is accepting correction from wiser heads and learning from mistakes. “Take hold on instruction,” he tells us in Proverbs 4:13, “leave it not; keep it, because it…
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Financial Planner, Money Manager? Finding the Counsel You Need
“Get wisdom, and with all thy possession purchase prudence,” says King Solomon in Proverbs 4:7. And, as the wise King points out again and again in his Proverbs, wisdom and knowledge gained from wise counsel lead to prosperity and a life lived with the blessing of God. In today’s world of finance and investing, getting…
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What Does LIBOR Mean for Investors?
King Solomon’s antipathy toward evil and unjust men is clear throughout his Proverbs. And equally clear is his command to seek out wise counsel, be open to learning, and deal prudently with others. The LIBOR lawsuits involving major US banks echo the monarch’s concerns: are the banks evil and unjust entities? Solomon advises everyone to…
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Big Banks Still Fight Fraud Charges
King Solomon’s principles for ruling his people included fairness, just dealings and prudent action – notions stated again and again in his Proverbs and the Book of Ecclesiastes. “Envy not the unjust man,” he says in Proverbs 3:31, “and do not follow in his ways.” The sovereign also advocated the rule of law: “Keep the…
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Tenants Rate Landlords: An Equitable Trade-Off?
Although Biblical accounts reveal that King Solomon was undisputed ruler of his realm, the monarch’s sayings in the Book of Proverbs and elsewhere reveal that he advocated equitable dealings as a part of his prescription for a wise and prudent life. But “equitable” has never been a part of the landlord-tenant relationship, where landlords rule…
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Solomon Success Show #28 – Participate in Your Finances
How much do you need to live on? How much income is coming into the house? How much do you owe? Jason Hartman and lead financial counselor for Dave Ramsey, Chris Hogan, discuss Dave Ramsey’s philosophy on managing your personal finances. Chris brings up important points, such as sacrificing for the good of the family,…
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SS 30 – “It’s Okay to Be Scared” with Jim Palmer
Whether your biggest challenges are in your business or personal life, pushing through the fear and challenges to success begins with realizing you’re not alone and adopting the attitude of never giving up. Jason Hartman interviews co-author of It’s Okay to Be Scared But Never Give Up, Jim Palmer about the success stories in the…
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SS 29 – High Occupancy Rates with Military Tenants
Jason Hartman hosts a two-part show where we start with some reflections on the recent “Meet The Masters of Income Property Investing” event at The Hyatt Regency in Irvine, California. Investment Counselors, Ari and Sara join Jason as they discuss the following: 1) Establish 5 year plan for where you would like to be in…
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SS 28 – Taking an Active Part in Your Finances with Chris Hogan
How much do you need to live on? How much income is coming into the house? How much do you owe? Jason Hartman and lead financial counselor for Dave Ramsey, Chris Hogan, discuss Dave Ramsey’s philosophy on managing your personal finances. Chris brings up important points, such as sacrificing for the good of the family,…
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SS 27 – ‘Lead Vertically’ with Craig Johnson
As Craig Johnson’s book describes, great leaders build up, not down. Join Jason Hartman and Craig Johnson, Director of Ministries at Joel Osteen’s Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, as they discuss the power in looking up to God to inspire great leadership, volunteerism, and goal-setting, whether in a church setting or business. Craig has served…