Archive for August 2007
Try This
Posted by: January on: August 9, 2007
As the month of August rolls by, try this exercise; just attempt to make a simple budget for the month, with 40% right off the top of your monthly income going straight into savings and investments.
It’s really hard to do for most people, so don’t feel bad if you don’t come anywhere close. Try to [...]
My Colleague earns More Than I do?
Posted by: January on: August 8, 2007
Last week, I was reading the pages of some of my favorite personal finance blogs when I read the above named comment made by a reader regarding salary irregularities within the workplace. This particular reader was considering leaving the organization unless the employer increased her salary.
While I empathize with the reader, I was struck [...]
Borrowing For The Capital Market
Posted by: January on: August 7, 2007
The recent recapitalization efforts going on within the banking and insurance industry has yielded a sudden interest in the capital gains that the capital market has to offer to existing and prospective investors. Most banks now offer loan packages to customers who’re interested in purchasing shares.
I usually advise investors within the capital market to [...]
Thinking of Going to Graduate School?
Posted by: January on: August 6, 2007
One of the things I’ve been saving for is tuition fee for graduate school overseas. I didn’t want to study at just any school but a reputable business school that will enhance my future career prospects. I read Economics for my undergraduate degree and upon graduating decided to embark on the exciting prospects marketing and [...]
Invitation
Posted by: January on: August 2, 2007
Dear Readers, I will be out of town from tomorrow and will not be posting new articles. I’m inviting readers on my weblog to send in their articles regarding Personal Finance, Financial Freedom, Frugality, Career, Bad Spending Habits. I’ll be posting your articles as my Guest Blogggers for the week. I guess we can all [...]
My Networth – July
Posted by: January on: August 2, 2007
At the end of each month, I usually conduct an assessment for the previous months goal to determine if I surpassed my goals. Conducting a monthly assessment keeps me focused and determined to achieve my overall financial goals on my journey towards financial freedom. Besides, I’m interested in seeing my net worth increase on a [...]
Middle Aged and No Investments –The Cooperative Option.
Posted by: January on: August 1, 2007
August 1, 2007 @ 8 a.m – Written by January
One of the best decisions I took in raising money for my investment goals was the idea of a Cooperative Union. It enabled me to raise the initial amount for Union Bank’s public offer. As the dream of financial freedom by Nigerians remains largely unrealized, more [...]
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