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Brightbridge Wealth Management Headlines : Stronger U.S. economy sparks robust trade flows
The pall of Europe’s debt crisis is obscuring evidence that the rest of the global economy is in decent shape. Stock markets slumped Friday after European finance ministers said the Greek government must take more steps to secure further aid, triggering t...
House prices UK
Next year is set to be another tough one for the UK housing market, but there is a glimmer of hope that prices may at least hold their own until recovery in 2012.
There are four big influences to look out for in the next 12 months, say experts.
Firs...
Housing solutions
Mortgage rates will continue to remain near lows for the year ahead, while home prices are expected to remain flat, the Mortgage Bankers Association’s chief economist said on Tuesday.
And both are expected do little to inspire anyone to buy a home.
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How to make 11% a year on your investment property
With a 'soft' market and an economic downturn touted to soon occur, it could be a good time to invest in the property market.
Many self-made millionaires and savvy investors will tell you that it's during downturns that the best opportunities arise. R...
Repossession Rates Rise
Repossession Rates Rise
According to figures released by the Council of Mortgage Lenders, house repossessions have increased by a shocking 15% in the first quarter of 2011, making the total number of houses repossessed 9,100 in the UK since the beginni...
How to Retain Top Talent as the Economy Improves
As the economy improves, more opportunities will become available for your company’s top performers. What are you doing to retain your top talent?
A recent Society for Human Resource Management study finds that approximately 83% of employees will likel...
Sterling Falls to a Six Week Low Interest Rates Might Rise
We continue our daily look at factors affecting currencies allowing some insight into market conditions affecting exchange rates. Cash and income timing for UK Pensions and QROPS should be considered to maximise the Pension, QROPS and investment income an...
Truck Tonnage Decelerates in April
The trucking industry is predicting a fairly busy year in 2011. They have forecast numbers that show “moderate growth” for the industry, which has been supported by the numbers that we’ve seen so far.
The For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index increased by 2....
5 Tips to make obtaining Mortgage simple in 2011
Home prices will be dropping as we proceed in 2011. For many buyers it is making more sense to rent then to buy. During 2010 the rent rates have increased on an average by 3% only. This was mostly due the reason of many home owners looking for places to l...
Vancouver Real Estate Soars Despite U.S. Market Troubles
Vancouver real estate is renowned for its resilience, and has been among the few growing markets during the recent downturn in the global economy. Construction throughout the city and metropolitan region has continued at a steady pace, and sales have gen...
The American Dream Exists, Here's the Proof
With all the talk about the American Dream dying, it is good news to hear that some people are quite happy in their home. Actually, research shows that most are happy in their homes despite the large drop in value in the last couple of years.
The ei...
People Love Their Homes, Now It's Your Turn
My clients often ask me, "is it a good time to buy / sell?" My reply is usually the same, "It depends on your needs."
Buying and selling homes is a major life decision first, and an investment afterwards. Most often my advice to my clients is to follow...
Why Raise Venture Capital Amid Unstable Economic Situation?
As we know, venture capital lies on the opportunity of investing. It involves high risks and it can be very time consuming. However, if the ventured business grows it can reap a very huge reward. A few years ago some venture capital investors are holding...
THE GLOBAL IMPACT OF JAPAN’S CRISIS
The task of rebuilding will soon begin. Over the weekend, power was partly restored to the troubled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant and the outlook in Japan became slightly less negative, with prospects for stabilization improving. Its devastated no...
Fixed deposit rates may decline in coming weeks
Fixed deposit rates are likely to come down soon as liquidity in the market has improved while credit demand has not seen much pick up. Signaling softening of rates, two state-owned banks Central Bank of India and Oriental Bank of Commerce have already re...