Archive for March, 2008

Who In The World Is Leonardo Fibonacci?

Have you ever heard of Leonardo Fibonacci?
No, he didn’t paint the Mona Lisa. And he’s not
the guy behind the counter at Vinnie’s Pizza.
Fibonacci was a well-known Italian mathematician
who lived from around 1175-1250. He made great
contributions to the world of mathematics,
including introducing the decimal system to
Europe.
He also studied a sequence of numbers that has
since become known […]

Refinancing Your Car

When you hear people talk about refinancing, they’re usually referring to their house.  Refinancing a mortgage is pretty common.  But have you ever looked into auto refinance options? 
If you’re stuck in a bad car loan, you may be able to refinance it for a lower rate, even if your credit score isn’t perfect.
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Surviving A Job Interview

Found a great article on Yahoo about surviving a job interview.  You can read the full article here, but I’ll give you the main suggestions they offer:
1. Don’t try to outwit or outguess the interviewer.  Not every question is a trick and he’s not out to get you.
2. Read the job description.  It’ll give you […]

Self Publishing Your Masterpiece

Major publishing houses are not known for taking expensive risks on unknown authors.  If you have a book inside you that is screaming to be published, you may have to choose a different route. 
Self Publishing allows you to publish your masterpiece without the help of a publishing house.  This way you can build your reputaion […]

Shopping for a Car Loan

If you’re considering buying a car, or even just refinancing your current auto loan, you’ll benefit from some simple research before making a final decision.
Know your FICO and other credit report items. The overall number assigned to measure your credit worthiness doesn’t tell the whole story about you or your ability and willingness to repay […]

Sudden Cardiac Arrest

Did you know that about two thirds of unexpected cardiac arrests occur with absolutely no prior indication of heart disease? 
That’s scary.   A devastating attack could strike at any moment with no warning at all.
The best thing you can do is educate yourself about the warning signs of cardiac arrest and its risk factors.  Subtle adjustments […]

Joint Ventures

A joint venture (JV) is when two or more people work together on
a mutually beneficial project.  It’s a kind of “I’ll scratch your
back if you scratch mine” arrangement where you agree to do
something that benefits someone else and in return they do
something to benefit you.
JVs are a powerful way of building traffic to your own […]

Get Your Cubs Clothing Here

I love the Chicago Cubs.  They are such an historic franchise rich with tradition.  When I was a kid I looked up to players like Ryne Sandberg and Mark Grace.  And while those guys are now retired, they have a whole new crop of stars to root for.
Now that my nephew has become a Cubbie […]

Making Money From Home

Without a doubt, working from home and running your own online business is one of the new American dreams.  The idea of working on your computer at home while wearing your pajamas and sipping a cup of coffee is enticing to many…but most people have no idea where to start.
Before you quit your day job, […]

Where To Go When You Need A Loan

With the economy stuck in neutral, many people are finding themselves tightening their belts and cutting spending wherever they can.  But there are still times when you need to come up with some extra cash fast.  One option to consider is a personal loan. 
Of course lenders are being more careful about who they lend money […]