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    Investing in Mutual Funds

    Mutual funds can invest in many different kinds of securities. The most common are cash, stock, and bonds, but there are hundreds of sub-categories. Stock funds, for instance, can invest primarily in the shares of a particular industry, such as technology or utilities. These are known as sector funds. Mutual funds provide us with good business opportunities to invest in different sectors in the stock market.

    Bond funds can vary according to risk (e.g., high-yield or junk bonds, investment-grade corporate bonds), type of issuers (e.g., government agencies, corporations, or municipalities), or maturity of the bonds (short- or long-term). Both stock and bond funds can invest in primarily U.S. securities (domestic funds), both U.S. and foreign securities (global funds), or primarily foreign securities (international funds).

    Most mutual funds’ investment portfolios are continually adjusted under the supervision of a professional manager, who forecasts the future performance of investments appropriate for the fund and chooses those which he or she believes will most closely match the fund’s stated investment objective. A mutual fund is administered through a parent management company, which may hire or fire fund managers.

    Reverse Mortgage Basics

    Reverse mortgage lenders are helping older Americans across the country achieve greater financial security. And enjoy their retirement years to the fullest.

    Imagine having the income you need to remain living comfortably in your home in retirement – and at the same time make much needed repairs or renovations, afford quality home healthcare, or even vacation with family and friends. Over 70,000 older Americans have done that thanks to the reverse mortgage, a unique financial security tool that gives older Americans the freedom and peace of mind to fully enjoy the retirement years.

    A reverse mortgage is a loan that allows seniors to use the equity they’ve accumulated in their homes over the years to improve their quality of life and knock down the financial barriers to independent living. By converting equity into income, a reverse mortgage is a way to stay in your home and receive cash to use for any purpose – whether it’s day-to-day-living expenses, home remodeling or repair, paying off existing debt, earning a college degree, or traveling around the world. Best of all, you retain title and you remain living in your home.

    Major in Marketing & Strategy

    Full Time MBA

    This major investigates the fundamental approaches to understanding markets, competitors, and portfolios of product offerings. It is of interest to students who are interested in pursuing a marketing career in the manufacturing and the service sectors, and to those interested in product and brand management. It is also relevant for those pursuing a management consulting career.

    The important subjects in this course as as follows:

    Market Research (required)
    Consumer Behavior (required)
    Forecasting for Business
    Business-to-Business Marketing (required)
    Digital Marketing and CRM (required)
    International Marketing (required)

    Avoid Credit Card Frauds

    You might find these tips on credit card fraud of use especially with the rise of merchant credit processing companies in the recent past.

    # Don’t carry credit cards you don’t use and never leave them unattended in a purse, briefcase or wallet.
    # Always make sure you get your credit card receipt because it just may include your credit card number. Never toss it in a public trash bin. You’ll need that receipt later anyway to tally things up when your statement arrives.
    # Shred all documents that might include your credit card number before disposing of them – old slips, credit card statements, bills, anything.
    # Never give your number over the phone to someone that you do not know. It’s OK if you initiate the call but if you get a call at home from anyone that you do not know by name do not give them your credit card number.
    # Never respond to an e-mail asking for your number, no matter how official or legitimate it looks. These bogus e-mails are the #1 fraud right now on the Internet.
    # Review your monthly statement as soon as it comes and report any problems right away. To insure your rights, follow-up by filing a written complaint form.
    # If using a bank card where you have the option to use credit or debit, ALWAYS USE THE CREDIT OPTION as this may prevent the skimmer device from accessing your four digit pin number.
    # If possible, apply for a Photo Credit card as an added security measure which could help your identity from being impersonated in Merchant establishments.

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