Ethics and Tax

A great article highlighting the current battle between the tax man, loop holes and the giant corporations. Steve Wozniak has an answer, but will it keep ALL stakeholders happy? Apple Tax

Knowing the rules could pay off

For all those Monopoly players - a new rule which is often ignored and it could make a significant difference to how you next play. Monopoly rules

Success is not accidental

If you persist, you will succeed.  A great story how a lady first started as a receptionist and is now the CEO of the multi million dollar company. She clearly had barriers and she did take her chances. She showed determination and was willing to work. Read for yourself.

It pays to look after your stuff

It pays to look after your stuff. If possible keep it in working order and keep the box safe. Rare Apple computer.

External influences and supply and demand.

A great article for all students in seeing the bigger picture. It highlights the many inter relationships and external influences that culminate in the change in the supply and demand for beef. Beef prices increase

Brace yourselves if you are in debt

As mentioned in a previous post, student loans and debt are huge weights around your neck which could needlessly be avoided, or at least reduced if you spent more time knowing the value of money and being more frugal. You can only spend the same dollar once. It is easier to spend than it is to earn. It is easier to borrow than it is to pay back. For those going to college, learn to budget and make do with what you have. If you want more, go out and earn more. Don't put it on your plastic friend and make the minimum payments. You should be aware of what could potentially happen to you by keeping up to date with potential policies.

Student debt

Many of you will either be going to college or graduating and moving onto University or out of the world of Education. Unfortunately it is unavoidable, but money does make the world go round and you will have to be honest with yourself, be aware of your finances and in some cases be frugal. Money is easy to come by in terms of it being lent to you, but what you see as easy money now becomes a weight around your neck in the future as it has to be paid back with interest. When you leave college, you will not only have to pay back your student debt, but run a household etc. By making sure your student debt is manageable, it is one less thing to worry about in the future. Student debt