More Money, More Problems 25 Nov 2009 by Johan Kriegbaum in Getting Ahead Blog

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Have you ever heard the old saying, "Money is a good servant but a very bad master"? I'm sure you have in one form of expression or another. Maybe you can think of a good friend or a family member who changed because of money, maybe even yourself. It's interesting how money influences our lives. Some spend all their time chasing it and end up not having time to spend it. Others don't care about money and choose to live on the streets and then there's the inbetweeners who find a balance. What works for you?

It's a good question to ask yourself because the answer can help you make vital, as well as everyday decisions. Whether your just out of high school and about to choose your future career, debating to get a Holden or a Mercedes, or just trying to decide where to go on your next holiday. It's all about money and weighing the work load up against the pleasure. It's about knowing yourself and what makes you smile when you wake up.

Don't get me wrong, we all need money but how we deal with it is the important thing. I mean, money can transform our lives really fast ... Read More »

Finding the right health insurance for you 06 Nov 2009 by Johan Kriegbaum in Getting Ahead Blog

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Health insurance can be an ignored subject. Some have it, some don't and some get yelled at by the tax man if they haven't gotten around to getting it. Most people don't bother. Fit as a fiddle? Well, what if something happens, god forbid, that a payday loan just won't cover? What if it is three in the morning when something stricks? We will always be here when you need us, but it is always a fantastic idea to have a back up plan. Some extra comfort with health cover.

Now, it may seem daunting, you type in health insurance into Google and you will be inundated with websites all offering different specials and extras.

So, I've done some leg work for you and discovered the best option for most would be Mebi-Bank, but it depends on your circumstances . With each health insurance website, I put down that I was after just the basic cover, single, between 25 - 40 and living in Queensland. (Mind you I can't comprehend why what state you live in would affect your health) Here goes;

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Medi- Bank is the way I would go, everyone is diff... Read More »

Getting Rid of Credit Card Debts 29 Oct 2009 by Johan Kriegbaum in Getting Ahead Blog

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Do you know that many people would have thin or less bulky wallets if they remove the credit cards? True, really. What I mean is, take away the credit cards, people have less cash in their wallets. Is it a good thing? Well, it's a matter of perspective. For example, if you only have what you have, you don't have the reason to overspend or overstretch your budget. Most of the time, believe it or not, many people regularly use their credit cards for even the smallest things! Why not pay in cash? When you pay cash, you are more conscious of your financial state and you have more control over it. But with credit cards?

What is my definition of a credit card? Simple. A credit card is what you use today to buy what you cannot afford tomorrow while you are still paying for it yesterday. Funny? But true. Credit cards are basically for convenience—not just for you, but also for the credit card companies. Every time we use plastic, instead of paper (and this is not just in grocery stores), we are borrowing money. Money that, more often than not, is never part of th... Read More »

Borrowing Money Without Bumps 22 Oct 2009 by Johan Kriegbaum in Getting Ahead Blog

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Are you thinking of striking out on your own and starting a home-based business? Or, do you feel that you need to earn some more cold cash since money is tight nowadays? Well, good for you! If you are seriously considering selling some products online or offering a service after work hours, like whipping up a website or putting up ads for yourself offering car repairs (why not if you have the skills for it!), then this blog is for you! I’m going to talk about money. No, this is not shopping money or “paint the town red” kind of money. This is about how to raise money you need for your small, home-based business. I will tell you some important tips on how to prove that you’re the real thing—a serious entrepreneur—not just a flash in the pan.

There are many kinds of loans. Cash Doctors offer a not-so-traditional way of borrowing money. We offer faxless, paperless, fast, and secure cash loans.

But we’re not going to talk about payday loans here or cash advances (you can look up the information you need in one of our web pages). We’re going to talk abou... Read More »

Money Milestones for 30-somethings 08 Oct 2009 by Johan Kriegbaum in Getting Ahead Blog

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Money makes the world go…gaga! People go crazy when money is the topic on hand, particularly these days when the economic slowdown is still here, crawling its way to small and big businesses alike and affecting thousands of hard-working people. Do you worry about it? Who doesn't! Like me, you may be worried about your skyrocketing health insurance, astronomical rent fees, and the steady increase of the cost of living. For some people, they would be anxious about their family's well-being, like the added expenses on education, medical bills, and even food budget. Are you looking for financial security during these financially hard times? Do you want to have something tucked away for retirement, for education, or even for leisure?

There are many ways out of the endless, vicious cycles of worry, stress, and anxiety attacks. Right now, YOU CAN DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT. You can rise above the whirl of frantic survival to accomplish the goals you dream of, including financial stability. It's true what most experts say: when you're ready to put your whole effort into realisi... Read More »