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Budgeting, 50/30/20 Rule And Investment Strategies
Today, we have Suzanne Wanjiko, founder of Legacy Hub KE, a coaching company specializing in personal finance, business coaching, and life coaching, shares her expertise on budgeting with 50/30/20 Rule and investment strategies. As an investment portfolio management professional and certified life coach, Suzanne is passionate about helping individuals achieve financial freedom. In this session,…
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Salvage Depreciation
Salvage Depreciation is a fundamental concept in accounting and finance, representing the gradual decrease in the value of an asset over time due to wear and tear, obsolescence, or usage. For businesses, understanding how to properly account for depreciation is crucial for accurate financial reporting and tax compliance. This article explores the various methods of…
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Why Medicare Advantage Plans Are Bad – Or not ?
Why medicare advantage plans are bad? Medicare Advantage plans have become a subject of heated debate in the healthcare industry, with strong opinions on both sides. This analysis aims to present a balanced, detailed examination of how these plans actually work, addressing the major controversies and misconceptions surrounding them. Why This Analysis? The debate often…
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Owner Financing: Definition, Basic Concepts and How It Works
Let’s talk about the fundamental concepts you need to understand before getting into owner financing and the broader investing world. There are some core things you really need to grasp before moving forward: The owner financing concept. What is owner financing? At its most basic level, instead of buying a house and getting a mortgage…
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The Augusta Rule: Tax Strategy For Rental Income
We’re excited to dive into today’s topic: tax strategy and profit growth. And we’re focusing on a powerful tax-saving strategy: the Augusta Rule. Before we begin, let’s address the necessary legal disclaimer because, well, we live in a world with lawyers: This information is for educational purposes, and we recommend consulting with a professional for…
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Apartment vs. Condo: Key Differences
When it comes to choosing a place to live, the decision often boils down to two popular options: apartments and condominiums, or condos. While these two types of housing may seem similar at first glance—they both typically involve multi-unit buildings and shared spaces—they differ significantly in terms of ownership, costs, responsibilities, and lifestyle. If you…
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Easements Appurtenant: Definition, Consideration & Strategic Benefits
Investing in real estate offers a wealth of opportunities, from urban developments to rural retreats. However, one of the challenges investors often face is navigating the unique characteristics of a property, particularly when it comes to legal arrangements like easements. One specific type, known as an easement appurtenant, can significantly impact your investment. Let’s explore…
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How To Successfully sell rebuilt title or branded title
Today, we’re diving into seven strategies to successfully sell a vehicle with a rebuilt or branded title. These tips can also apply to cars with clean titles that have unfavorable entries on their Carfax reports, such as structural or frame damage. These vehicles can be tough to sell, but it’s important to note the distinctions…
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Enterprise Value vs Market Cap
If you follow financial news, you’ve probably heard headlines like “Apple reaches a $3 trillion market cap” or “Tesla’s market cap surpasses the top 10 automakers combined.” Market capitalization is often used as a quick way to gauge a company’s value. But is it truly an accurate measure of what a company is worth? Enterprise…
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Citation vs. Ticket: What’s the Difference?
When you’re pulled over by law enforcement or find a slip of paper tucked under your windshield wiper, you might hear or see the words “citation” or “ticket.” Citation vs Ticket: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters ? Many people assume these terms mean the same thing, but depending on the jurisdiction and the…
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Starting A Home Building Company
There’s a massive need for custom home builders right now because of the housing shortage. People want customized homes—whether it’s on their own land or in an expensive neighborhood where they’ve bought a lot. They want their home tailored to their specific needs, and they’re willing to spend a lot of money to make it…
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Credit Union vs. Bank: Which One To Choose?
When it comes to managing your money, choosing where to bank is one of the most important financial decisions you’ll make. Whether you’re opening a savings account, applying for a loan, or simply looking for a reliable place to stash your paycheck, you’re faced with a critical question: Should you go with a credit union…
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IUL vs. 401(k): Why a Structured IUL Outperforms Your 401(k)
IUL vs. 401(k): Is an IUL (Indexed Universal Life) better than a 401(k)? The answer is yes—but only if it’s structured properly. We are going to explain how to set it up so it can outperform a 401(k) by as much as double or even quadruple your net spendable retirement income. To achieve these goals,…
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Promissory Estoppel: Definition, Overview, Example
The last few guides have covered the doctrine of consideration, but this guide looks at the first of what are termed consideration substitutes. So, in the absence of consideration, if we have a gratuitous promise, is there any way to enforce that promise? The answer is yes, and promissory estoppel is one of the doctrines…
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Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO): Overview, Formula
Inventory management is a critical aspect of running a successful business. Holding too much inventory can lead to high storage costs, while having too little can result in missed sales opportunities. One of the most important financial metrics used to measure inventory efficiency is Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO). DIO helps businesses determine how long, on…
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Calculate Contribution Margin – Basics, Formula, Overview
In this presentation, we will discuss three key financial concepts: How to calculate contribution margin, contribution margin per unit, and contribution margin ratio. These concepts are closely related but can sometimes be confusing. Therefore, we will break them down step by step to clarify their differences and their significance. Contribution Margin Per Unit Before calculate…
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Earning Credit Rate
Managing business finances efficiently is crucial, and one way to reduce banking costs is by leveraging the Earning Credit Rate (ECR). This often-overlooked banking feature allows businesses to offset service fees by maintaining higher balances in their accounts. Instead of earning traditional interest, companies receive an earnings credit that reduces or eliminates monthly fees. But…
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How Much Is Safety Deposit Box
You might think your valuables are safest in a bank vault, but does it really beat getting your own home safe? And most importantly, how much is a safety deposit box, and is it worth the cost? Let’s get into the details. We’ve seen it a million times on film and TV: if someone wants…
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Credit Curve: What Is It, Indicator for Investors
The credit curve is an essential concept in finance, particularly in bond markets and corporate debt analysis. It represents the relationship between the interest rates (yields) on a company’s or government’s debt and the time until that debt matures. What Is the Credit Curve? Also known as the corporate yield curve, it is a graphical…
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How to Avoid Paying Taxes on Settlement Money
Are you wondering how to avoid paying taxes on settlement money? What if I told you there are legal ways to keep more of your settlement instead of handing over a massive chunk to the IRS? In this guide, I’ll share five little-known tax tips to maximize the amount you keep after your legal settlement.…
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Offshore Tax Preparation: Avoid These Costly Mistakes
Free money—that’s what it feels like when you move your business to a zero-tax offshore jurisdiction. You keep all your profits and let exponential compounding fast-track you to financial independence. At least, that’s the idea before starting offshore tax preparation. However, many business owners make three critical mistakes in their offshore tax planning. These errors…
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Better Money Habits
Mastering Better Money Habits for a Financially Secure Future Do you ever feel like your money disappears faster than your weekend? You’re not alone. Many people struggle with better money habits, often falling into the traps of impulse spending, living paycheck to paycheck, or ignoring their financial goals. But here’s the good news—developing smart financial…
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Barista FI: Definition, Benefits, Drawbacks, and Job Ideas
Traditional FIRE is the process of increasing your savings rate and investing to reach 25 times your annual expenses quickly as possible. This often involves sacrificing current happiness by delaying gratification, with the goal of achieving financial independence and quitting work. But we will talk about Barista FI. Even at a 50% savings rate, it…
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How To Open Offshore Bank Account ?
I’ve opened more than 15 bank accounts across various countries over the past dozen years, and almost all of them have been more robust or advantageous than those in my home country. However, the process of opening an offshore bank account is quite different from what you might be used to. The Process of Opening…
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Enterprise culture: What Is It and How To Culture Of Work
The Power of Enterprise Culture in Building a Lasting Business Today, I’m going to talk you about something very important—especially if you’re an entrepreneur, a general manager, or even a student. Pay close attention because the world is changing fast : The Enterprise Culture or Work Culture. We are in an era of rapid transformation—digital…
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Growth Hacking: Définition, Outils, Techniques et Hacks de Génies
Growth Hacking : Définition et Fondamentaux Le Growth Hacking est une approche marketing axée sur la croissance rapide et à moindre coût. Contrairement au marketing traditionnel, qui repose sur des budgets publicitaires conséquents et des campagnes à long terme, le Growth Hacking cherche à maximiser l’acquisition, la rétention et la conversion des utilisateurs avec des…
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How to create process
Using the generic advice found all over YouTube and websites to build business processes will take you hours to implement. But if you follow the tactics in this guide, you can create process for any part of your business in just 35 minutes or less. I know this because, unlike the so-called business gurus discussing…