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The most vital point for you to remember about benefiting from offshore tax havens is that the control and management of the tax generating entity (be it a Company, a Trust or a Foundation) itself should be in the low or zero-tax jurisdiction. There are many corporate service providers that can provide this service. Many big companies use offshore structures to maximise their profits whilst making sure their prices are rock bottom for the end consumer. In the UK a number of supermarket stores have been frowned upon and heavily criticised for their methods of tax effective savings – completely ignoring the fact that they supply their goods at affordable costs for shoppers as well as employing many thousands of people within the country of sales.
Several jurisdictions considered to be “high-tax” such as the United Kingdom and Germany have tried to attract headquarters’ offices and functions […]

Original post by mikejohns

 
 
Some of us are creative thinkers, especially when it comes to making excuses about saving for our emergency fund.  From the weak economy to falling dollar to the high gas prices, I seem to hear something new every day.  To break the trend of using our creativity to think of excuses, I challenged myself to instead think of some not so obvious ways to build an emergency fund.  I actually had fun doing it but what’s more important is for those struggling to build an emergency fund to try this.
Treat the Emergency Fund like An Expense
This one might not be so creative, but why not add a twist to it by having your family member bill you for it?  This actually works best if your kids collect the money because late payment is not really an option! By doing this, it also involves your children in a real world […]

Original post by MoneyNing

Put an End to Mesa County Identity Theft.
Identity theft is a crime that is rapidly growing in Mesa County. Because of the brilliant way on how they perform this criminal activity, the cops are having a hard time to solve this growing problem.
Identity theft is very hard to solve. One person opens an account with a fake name. He fakes his identity, his name and any other documents and easily (quite easily) gets loans and credit cards. The person takes as much money as he can. So the loans and banks are expecting him to pay in due time, but it is faked, so they have no idea where the person is. The banks and loans are the one who suffer from the identity theft. One can get student credit card and turn the financial system into such a mess that one will get shocked.
Banks and companies consider identity theft […]

Original post by mikejohns

Attaining financial security and stability should be a priority goal regardless of your present financial status. This is because unprogrammed expenses can occur which may hurt your pocket and budgeting plan.
Here’s a very important personal finance tip.
It is a very good idea to always be ready for something unexpected that could happen. You need to realize that anything unexpected could occur and your personal finance situation could be in trouble. You could lose your job or end up having major medical expenses. Thus you should be ready to respond to such situation without experiencing financial dislocation.
Get a Plan
Preparing for unprogrammed expenses entails a plan. You have to work incorporate that into your budget now. You may have to make some changes to allow for that extra money. A second savings account is what you needed.
This second savings will be for emergency use only. The purpose of your second savings […]

Original post by mikejohns

The convenience and security of being able to pay by check never gets old. And there’s nothing our suppliers, customers and business associates like to hear more than ‘Your check’s in the mail!’
Why not make your checks more of a statement? Traditional bank checks aren’t exactly inspiring are they? Did you know that you have a lot more choice than you might have thought about how your check designs look?
Let me give you an example. If you own a business and need to send designer checks out regularly, why not get some personalized checks which reflect the nature of your business? It’s a great way of reinforcing your branding and your niche area. Plus it will bring a smile to the recipient and make your company stick better in their head.
If you have a particular image you would like to use and can’t find anything equivalent in the scores of […]

Original post by mikejohns

UK online banking has seen huge changes in recent times. You can now bank online with almost all UK banks and building societies.
Credit Cards
Most credit card companies will give you internet access to your account. This is very useful for keeping an eye on your account. You can see transactions before your monthly statement arrives and check your balance at any time. Check to see if your bank allows online access for your card. If not think about changing cards.
If you are planning to switch, look at cashback credit cards. You can find the latest cashback credit cards here. It can pay you back thousands, and all you have to do is fill in the application form.
You will mostly find cashback rates are 0.5% to 1% (although you can get a limited offer of an amazing 5% at the moment with one of them - check the link above). […]

Original post by mikejohns

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With rising gas prices, ever increasing electrical bills, fluctuating interest rates and the high cost of services like telephone and Internet access, it’s becoming harder to save money on your monthly bills. Thrifty people are increasingly searching for discounts, coupons, and sales to help makes their incomes outlast their bills.
If you want to stretch that bill-paying dollar just a little bit further this month, keep reading for 5 great tips on how to save.
1. Go For Low-Flow Faucets and Fixtures.
Though the initial expense may be high, you’ll save a noticeable amount of money every month simply by investing in low-flow showerheads, toilets and faucets. With contemporary technology, you’re unlikely to notice a difference in functionality.
2. Install Energy-efficient Light Bulbs.
Did you know a new, fluorescent light bulb […]

Original post by mikejohns

While online auctions are quickly dominating the marketplace, real and in-person auctions are still the place to go for large ticket items like furniture. When working with an auction, there is then no need to search for product sales, discounts or clip coupons.
By allowing buyers to examine the merchandise up close and take the furniture with them when they leave, furniture auctions are a great way to pick up fantastic pieces for your home.
Keep reading if you want to learn how to save money on furniture by buying at auctions.
1. Find the Right Auction for You
If you’re looking for deals on a comfy couch set for your recreation room, you don’t need to attend a Christie’s antique auction. Part of the secret to auction success is finding the right auction for you. Check your local newspapers’ classified ads for estate sales and foreclosure auctions that fit your needs. […]

Original post by mikejohns

My parents taught me so much of what I know today.  The importance of living below our means, the understanding of money matters and the appreciation of compound interest are all values that were ingrained into me at a very young age.  I remember my mom used to tell me “there are always ways to save more money so keep looking”.
So mom, I am practicing this today.  I will keep looking for ways to cut my spending.  To help me do this, I listed out my average expenses for the last 3 months.
Expenses for the Past 3 Months (April to June 2008):

Category
Average
Low
High

Rent
$1230.00
$1230.00
$1230.00

Food
$159.63
$66.02
$223.21

Gas
$135.37
$92.62
$182.18

Goods
$77.65
$0.00
$152.99

Entertainment
$150.08
$19.24
$241.00

Misc
$122.45
$9.26
$347.85

Total
$1875.18
$1417.14
$2377.23

There seems to be major differences with just 3 months alone! The total for “low” represents me being ultra frugal while the total for “high” represents me as a major spender. Just this quick look has already established a dream goal of just spending $1417.14 per month. […]

Original post by MoneyNing

Would there be any benefits if I thought of saving money as a source of income?  The similarities are not exactly obvious between the two but there are actually a few advantages of doing so.  Let’s think together here and see what we come up with.
Why It Makes Sense to Think Of Saving Money as Making Money

Although you can argue on which is more effective to building wealth, saving money is really just the same as making money.  If I have to buy a TV and I get a good deal by saving $400.  Mathematically, it works out the same as getting a $400 windfall.
Doing so forces you to focus on what is most important, the bottom line.  It doesn’t matter whether you saved money, made money or spent money because all you care about is incoming and outgoing of wealth.
It puts a higher emphasis on saving money because people […]

Original post by MoneyNing