With over 4,000 dedicated employees and an increasingly substantial 600 million dollars per year made in net income, the online stock brokerage hub E*Trade is certainly sitting pretty as the go-to of its market. Furthermore, in most cases, if you were to ask a friend, co-worker, financial advisor, or the like, which website they use to handle all of their investment needs, E*Trade would undoubtedly be high on their list, if not at the very top. While E*Trade Australia is a branch off of the E*Trade tree, it loses absolutely nothing by being an extension; the website comes with all…
When it comes time to change your vehicle, buying brand new is not always an option. But it may not always be the smartest option either. Here we’ve listed some outstanding cars that you can buy second-hand for a fraction of the price. Volkswagen Touareg 4.2 TDI The second generation VW Touareg was a more understated and sophisticated take on it’s popular predecessor. The 4.2 version with the smooth yet strong 4.2-litre diesel engine, is an impressive fusion of performance and efficiency. The Touareg was developed alongside the Porsche Cayenne so it’s also surprisingly agile for such a large car. Add…
Any time of the day or night, on any weekday, anywhere in the world, you will find people hovering over their computer screens trading Binary Options & Forex, i.e. buying and selling foreign exchange currencies in what is the largest market on the globe by a factor of ten. More than $3 trillion changes hands every day in this market. If you have ever wondered what the world of Digital Options is about and whether you should learn more about it, then read further. You’ll learn a lot, and before you know it you’ll be opening an account and buying…
The world of Forex is fraught with danger and risk. The volatile nature of the markets means that they are often very unpredictable and, as a result, people lose and gain extremely large sums of money in an instant. The risks associated with Forex are inherent and this means that no matter how much you plan, prepare and research, you’ll never be able to bypass all risks. Despite this, there are several tactics that you can use in order to minimize these risks and maximize your chances of turning a profit. One of these ways is through something known as…
As you consider applying for home loan, it is prudent that you consider personal finances. The amount of money that you earn when compared against what you owe others will be used to establish what can be lent to you. This is crucial because houses cost differently and you could select the one you can afford. Here is how to establish the amount of home loan you can afford. Establish what is your monthly income It is important that you establish the total monthly income. This should include your regular sources as well as recurring returns that you can articulately…
If you’ve been pouring premiums into your life insurance policy for years, you might think that you’ve more than paid your way to full coverage no matter what; unfortunately, this just isn’t the case. There are limitations and a big one is traveling abroad. What Happens to My Policy When I Travel Abroad? Nothing happens to it, per se, but under most circumstances, with most agencies, life insurance policies get left behind at the airport while you take off to some abroad location completely unprotected. We like to think that it waves goodbye, at least; it’s a nice policy, after…
Shopping for jeans, it has to be said, is not my preferred past time. Hours spent browsing through racks of jeans, trying to find the right size, length, or cut, could be better spent elsewhere. Whole libraries could be built upon the types of jeans which have evolved over the past 140 years, since the cowboys started wearing denim in the 1870s. So, when I do go jean shopping, I try to pinpoint exactly what type of jean I am looking for before I start. Most popular at the moment are jeans of the slim cut variety. I’m talking skinny…
With spring in full swing and, hopefully, brighter days for the foreseeable future, now would be a perfect time to take a look into becoming more energy efficient and seeing some savings on your business electricity bills. While British Gas offer some incredible tariffs for business owners, there are always ways of improving your energy consumption, which will then be reflected in your monthly payment. While the recent Co-operative case study showed an incredible energy saving of £50million by replacing the open fridges in its stores with ones with doors, there are plenty of ways for smaller businesses to make…
Of the many concerns a business encounters during day-to-day operations, none is more essential or least understood than obtaining the correct type of insurance policy. This is especially true when we consider the many disparate areas of insurance such as cleaning insurance, fleet van insurance or office contents insurance. Therefore it proves worthwhile to list a few simple tips to aid in finding the most comprehensive and cost-effective offers available. Is It Better to Obtain a Quote Online or Offline? This question primarily revolves around the type of insurance desired. For example, retail insurance, commercial office insurance or fleet van…
A new home can be exciting and fun to find, but getting a loan is usually not. It’s not like you can apply for pay day loans on the phone to cover the cost. Here are a few ways to make sure you get your money in order for the home of your dreams. Determine Your Budget There are many rules of thumb when it comes to what you can afford. Why stretch yourself more than necessary? Depending on where you live, you can figure out what monthly payment you can easily afford and whether you’d be comfortable with a…
