Buying a new vehicle is usually an exciting time. Whether you’re upgrading to a newer model or becoming a car owner for the first time, it’s a big deal. Enjoy it! Just be sure you’re armed with all the info you need to make smart decisions. That’s where we come in.
So, you’re a tertiary-level student about to take on the rigours of study in a whole new school year. This, plus the other demands of life including family and friends are perhaps the most pressing concerns you have right now. That’s cool, and you’ll get through all of it like a champ. Don’t forget, though, …
We all want to be happy – whether it’s instant bliss or long-term happiness. Or better yet, instant bliss which turns into long-term happiness. According to research, happier people tend to be more sociable, likeable, healthy and productive. And guess what? When you’re in that state, you’re more likely to help other people, making them happier, too.
Building a solid foundation to manifest your big dreams in an evolving financial market may seem intimidating. While it’s possible to live debt free, it may not be the smartest decision when planning your Financial Independence. Often debt may be seen as “bad” or a terrible burden, however, it can be used to increase wealth or one’s capacity to earn more. Hence, good debt is an investment that will move you towards your long terms goals and could improve your quality of life.
There was great attention paid to this year’s budget presentation by Dr Nigel Clarke, Minister of Finance and the Public Service. Among the measures he announced that the Government would be implementing to spur the economy were reductions in various taxes including transfer tax and stamp duty. This is big news for buyers and sellers …
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So, you can’t go very long these days without coming across some news on the performance of the local stock market. The Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) has been making international headlines for its impressive performance. In January, Bloomberg, the famed business publication ran a story that outlined the JSE’s standout showing. Among other things, the …
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Introducing VM Home in 3 Steps How much longer do you want to continue paying your landlord’s mortgage? Never thought of it that way, right? The truth is that’s probably what you’re doing right now, month after month, while the roof leaks, your privacy is limited and you must park your car on the side …
Happy New Year! It’s 2017 and with the dawn of a new year comes numerous opportunities, including overhauling your financial life for the better. An excellent place to start is by making good Financial Resolutions that can help get you closer to living the life you desire. Check out 5 financial resolutions that you can keep this year.
KINGSTON, JAMAICA, February 23, 2016 The National Leadership Prayer Breakfast Committee (NLPBC) yesterday (February 23, 2016) handed over a cheque valued at over five hundred thousand dollars to the Eira Schader Home For The Aged in Trench Town, representing a combination of contributions collected at the National Leadership Prayer Breakfast held earlier this year along with a direct …
The retirement savings, emergency savings, and your knack for making money are even more important five years from now. But just in case you forget this, here’s a letter for your future self.
