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Managing the Income Portfolio

The reason people assume the risks of investing in the first place is the prospect of achieving a higher rate of return than is attainable in a risk free environment…i.e., an FDIC insured bank account. Risk comes in various forms, but the average investor’s primary concerns are “credit” and “market” risk… particularly when it comes to investing for income.

Make Your Dreams Come True!

We have chatted about the importance of having a vision and about spending time on the key aspects of your business.  We have also talked about the value of looking at your business from the perspective of your client.  Lots of good strategic thinking, so where does the rubber meet the road?  How do you translate good ideas into good action?

The critical step in turning your vision into a reality is setting and communicating SMART goals related to the Key Success Factors identified in your business plan. 

Did You Know April is Cancer Awareness Month?

As a two time breast cancer survivor it is important to me to raise Awareness every day of the year about being Aware, practising Prevention and knowing that Early Detection really does work.

 

April is Cancer Awareness Month, be Aware and show you care:) http://www.cancer.ca/canada-wide/how%20you%20can%20help/cw-fundraising%20activities/cw-door-to-door%20campaign.aspx?sc_lang=en

Spam Ahoy!

Look what came in the e-mail this morning from Best Buy:

Anatomy of a Hack: RSA

It's not a matter of if you'll get hacked, more a matter of when. Security company, RSA, found this out recently when they discovered that their systems had been compromised by a so-called Advanced Persistent Threat (APT). There aren't a lot of details on the impact of the attack (although a lot of wild speculation) but RSA did say that information related to one of their security products was obtained by the attackers.

Steve Bentley CFP: Small Business Financial Focus: April 2011

A curious things happens to entrepeneurs in the spring of every year. You wake up one day and realize you had better figure out how much money was made last year in order to pay your taxes. But wait, shouldn't a business owner already know how much money he or she made last year, last quarter, or last month? Don't wait. Develop your financial plan today.

Bandwidth in Easy to Understand Terms

Bandwidth in Easy to Understand Terms...OR...
Will an Externally Worn Waist Band Help Me to Lose Weight and Width?

I really don’t know if a waist band would help me, but you know, I would like to lose some weight and some width; And often, when I talk about “BANDWIDTH” or “BROADBAND” or even “WIDEBAND” I sometimes wonder if people think I’m talking about the type of “band” that can help me lose some of my weight, width and breadth.

Migraine Clinic Thurs Mar 31 10am-7pm University Pain Clinic & Wellness Centre

Do you know someone who suffers from migraines? Join us on Mar 31 at the University Pain Clinic & Wellness Centre for a bowen therapy treatment. Bowen is highly effective at alleviating migraines, often with immediate relief and a reduction in the severity and frequency of attacks going forward. Appointment required (519) 574-0515

Processes in Perspective

It is a mistake to look too far ahead. Only one link of the chain of destiny can be handled at a time. Winston Churchill

You probably know by now that I’m a huge believer in having a business plan. It makes you think through the validity of your idea, your goals and strategy as well as addressing the practical start up and day to day operations of your venture. It makes you face the risks and answer them clearly. If you can write a business plan and still want to move your business forward, you know you’ve found something worthy of your effort.

Just Listed: 15-461 Columbia St, Wloo ~ $363,900 ~ MLS 1117942

Just Listed: 15-461 Columbia St, Wloo ~ $363,900 ~ MLS 1117942

AAA, 'Village of Clair Creek' condo bungalow, double garage, private patio. Updates include gleaming hardwood and ceramic floors, cosy gas fireplace in living room with breakfast bar and wall pantry and dinette. 'Hunter Douglas' blinds, main floor den, additional bedroom down with 3 piece ensuite and natural gas BBQ included. Shows very well, easy to show.

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