There is a lot of confusion surrounding credit card processing and merchant accounts. Some of the most common areas of confusion are the different types of organizations that sell the services, what entities actually process the transactions and the fees and pricing structures that continue to form an unsolvable mystery for most merchants. This article is part 2 of a two part series. This month, I'm going to talk in depth about Independent Sales...more
As an entrepreneur, youre driven by the belief that you can do things better yourself. Thats why you decided to open your own business. You want to work for yourself, be the only boss you have, be responsible for the outcomes. You want to be more profitable. This focus on making things happen by yourself is a great strength. It gets you to accomplish things you would never have dreamed of. But it can also be a great weakness. The death of any...more
Any real estate investment can prove to be a little complicated or complex, even for the most experienced investor. When you take that investment international, you wind up with a whole new set of rules, laws, and regulations regarding real estate investing, buying, and selling. When you want to invest in something as wonderful and gorgeous as Mexican Real Estate, you need a company that is on your side. At Insight Texas, we have a dynamic team of U.S. and Mexico certified attorneys and real estate agents so that you can trust that your investment transaction goes smoothly and is a secure investment.When you work with a Mexico real estate agent or company, you're not getting everything that you need to make the most of your investment. You need to have attorneys and professionals who can help you understand the laws of Mexican Properties. You need to have more than just someone to sell you the home. You need to understand the markets, the laws regarding investment opportunities, and how to make the most of your Mexico real estate investment. When you work with any old real estate company, these are things you will miss.Choose Insight Texas, and you'll get the information that you...more
Entrepreneurship in its bland definition is someone who organizes, manages and assumes the risks of a business or enterprise. That could describe many business owners, who may or may not do that well in the role. So what makes a truly dynamic, highly successful entrepreneur? What are the traits of an entrepreneur that set him apart from the average...more
Learn How to Get Rid of Debt the Easy Way Have you fallen into this trap? Repeatedly, reliable survey sources tell us that most of us do not realize how much we spend every month using our credit cards. Investigations reveal that when consumers thought their total credit card debt was about $20,000, in fact it was closer to $40,000. Scary...more
Salesmanship - I just love that word.It's the ability to sell.It's 50% art and 50% science. Of course that's my opinion.Ask most salespeople and they'll say it's 90% art and 10% science.I know, because that's how I felt years ago. I believe there is a science to successful selling and it's not acquired through osmosis.You have to dig for it. You have to ratchet up your level of interest and curiosity.You have to take courses, you have to read books and magazines, and you have to listen to CDs.Throughout my sales career I've made lots of mistakes.But I've always had my learning meter set to the highest levels. I'm just determined to get better and I hope you are too.I have a sales tip for you that will enhance your salesmanship and improve your selling results.Basically, the sales tip is just a reminder to stop talking and start asking more questions.What's the big deal about asking questions, you might be wondering?For starters you can't learn anything while you're talking.People who are good listeners always seem to be more likable, and that's a good thing especially if you're in sales.The longer you've been in sales, the more careful you have to be about controlling how much...more
How To Stay Up, Even When Youre Down.This past weekend I was going through some old newsletters when I came across a letter that might help you to deal more effectively with the recession and the tough times you're facing.So - enjoy the updated...more
Today, lots of business experts recommend getting into a business that needs very limited investment and yet returns to you twice or even thrice of what you first put in. With very minimal start-up capital, you could start your very own party rentals...more
Before we start there are a number of definitions we need to be clear about. These relate to the type of person needed to manage the work and understanding what a project plan is.Project Manager:A project manager is the person accountable for...more
South Africa-based Recoveri has launched an entirely locally-developed, superior microdot-tag and trace solution for vehicles and other high-value moveable assets, giving South Africans access to affordable, effective asset-identification technology...more
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One of the most frequently asked questions planners get about retirement planning is what's better for retirement planning: a 401(k) or a Roth IRA. The answer may not be as straightforward as it might seem.WHAT ARE THE OPTIONS?401(K)Under section...more