Hope to Prosper

Simple Practices that Lead to Wealth

Real Estate 101 – Market Dynamics

Real Estate /

Real estate can be a positive lifelong investment or it can be a financial nightmare, depending on who you talk to. Often, the difference comes down to a couple of market factors that must be evaluated carefully, before the decision is made to buy.

What I Learned from my Two Dads

Personal /

I was blessed to have two Dads. And they each impacted my life in different ways. Both of my Dads were Engineers and they were both very wise with their finances.

The Greater Fool Theory

Investing /

The Greater Fool Theory is based on the belief that even if you pay more than an item is worth, you can always sell it to someone else for even more.

Investing in a Shaky Market

Investing /

A shaky stock market can scare investors away at precisely the time when they should be investing. A booming stock market can lure investors in at precisely the time when they should be selling.

How to Profit from the January Effect

Investing /

For those of you who aren’t familiar with The January Effect or a Santa Claus Rally, it is caused by investors who sell at the end of the year for tax purposes and then buy again in January.