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Personal Wealth: How to Handle a Financial Windfall

Posted on 20. Jul, 2010 by SFWJ in Wealth Management

Some of us will be the fortunate recipients of a sudden, unexpected or unearned sum of money that can be life changing. Unfortunately, many of us will blow it. Such is the nature of sudden wealth.

Divorce and Money: Splitting the Assets

Posted on 24. Jun, 2010 by SFWJ in Your Finances

If money is a problem in your relationship, it’s probably going to become an even bigger problem with divorce. What if more money is owed on the house than it is worth?

Ups and Downs of the Stock Market: What’s the Impact on Your Investments?

Posted on 10. Jun, 2010 by SFWJ in Your Finances

Tuesday, May 25: Just another day in the stock market: The DJIA (Dow Jones Industrial Average) was down over 200 points mid-day but finished down only 22.82. It bounced around a lot all day. This kind of volatility has gone on for a long time now.
by Cathy Curtis, Certified Financial Planner
The Dow started out on [...]

Divorce and Your Home: How to Split your Most Important Asset

Posted on 24. May, 2010 by SFWJ in Real Estate

The declining real estate market has added another headache to couples who are divorcing… “What should we do with our home?”

Manage Your Budget with Envelopes!

Posted on 10. May, 2010 by SFWJ in Your Finances

I recently recorded a short video illustrating a tip for controlling spending weaknesses.
Those who saw it found it very useful: a husband who showed it to his wife who insisted that their teenage daughter watch it;

Creative Ways to Lower Your House Payment!

Posted on 15. Apr, 2010 by SFWJ in Real Estate

I have spoken with countless people who are having a difficult time making their mortgage payments. Most often it is due to a job layoff or divorce.

How to Indulge Your San Francisco Foodie Passion…on a Budget!

Posted on 24. Mar, 2010 by SFWJ in Your Finances

The third truth in my 10 Simple Truths About Money is …Live Within Your Means: Don’t Spend More Than You Earn (or Contrary to Popular Opinion, You Weren’t Born to Shop!). If you are a foodie living in the Bay Area – this is DEFINITELY easier said than done. But don’t fear, help is on [...]

Sales 101: To Stay in Business You have to Ask for the Sale!

Posted on 22. Mar, 2010 by SFWJ in Sales & Marketing

Frequently, entrepreneurs whisper to me that while they enjoy helping their clientele, they simply freeze up when the time comes to ask for the sale aka “the money”.

Six Ways to Help your Realtor Sell Your Home!

Posted on 02. Mar, 2010 by SFWJ in Real Estate

Yes, Virginia, there are buyers ready to purchase your home this spring! The 2010 San Francisco market is brisk and homes are selling before they even hit the market!
by Deborah Lopez
Well-priced, quality homes are getting multiple offers and going over asking – the competition is out there. The median home price in San Francisco has gone [...]

From Financial Fuzziness to Financial Clarity

Posted on 24. Feb, 2010 by SFWJ in Your Finances

The first truth in my 10 Simple Truths about Money is… Procrastination Leads to Financial Fuzziness. Getting clear about your financial situation begins with record-keeping. Now before you groan too loud, keep in mind that once you get your records in order, it becomes a simple process to keep your records up to date.