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In a previous email we linked you to the AALU's Washington Report that suggested advisors have an opportunity to provide a valuable service to clients with life insurance trusts, particularly since the IRS has been more vigilant in reviewing these important estate planning instruments
Unfortunately the report does not tell advisors how to get started…

Next up in the “How It Works" series let's take a look at the SBA Loan. Every business is unique. What works for one may not work for another. With a range of choices, each with its own unique requirements and mechanisms, how do you identify which type of financing is best for your business and your needs at this time?

Now that tax season is over, really over, you need to give yourself the gift of planning ahead. There’s truly no bad time to consider what you want to happen to your assets in the event of a trauma such as divorce or death. In fact, doing so can give you peace of mind now, knowing that your loved ones will be taken care of and your wishes will be carried out
If that isn’t enough to persuade you to get started, or…

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CHICAGO (MarketWatch) — Mortgage rates are near historical lows, but the rates lenders are quoting you aren’t as eye-popping as those you see in the news
Why is that
First, remember that mortgage rates are moving constantly, and rate surveys are capturing rates from past points in time. For example, Freddie Mac’s weekly survey collects rate data over the course of a week. Bankrate.com’s…

Hello, We are RANLife Real Estate Inc. Hear first hand from our employees and clients what we have to offer. If you are in the process of buying a home or wa...

Arkansas Small Business Administration Director Edward Haddock holds a MBA from Rutgers University and Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from ...

Good news: At the end of June, the Federal Aviation Administration finalized the rules on drone usage for real estate agents. Bad news: Now you have to take a test. But, you don't have to go into the 60-question multiple-choice test completely blind, there are tips and tricks to ace it.

When youre looking for a mortgage, youre likely to shop among lenders for the most favorable interest rate, and the lowest points and other up-front charges. When you find the most favorable terms and the lender that you want, youll apply to that lender. But when you get to settlement, will you actually receive the terms you applied or bargained for? Or will you find that the rate has changed -- and that your costs have gone up
Lock-ins on rates and points…

If you are looking for financing options to help start or grow your small business, you may be researching possibilities such as SBA loans (acquisitions and real estate). When you evaluate the possibility of getting a loan from the Small Business Administration, you may find that certain strategies can maximize your odds of success. Consider …

After the Mortgage meltdown of 2007 the rapid depreciation in real estate prices post resulted in financial crisis for a lot of homeowners. As a result of which many went through the nightmare of a foreclosure short-sale or bankruptcy. If you are one of those people, you may be trying to find out how soon you can buy a house again. By the end of this post you will know when you can qualify for mortgage–either conventional loan or loans insured by Federal…

1. Integrate your values with your investments by using environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data. The evolution from negative screening to positive screening has jolted investors looking to align values with investments. Negative screening is the outright exclusion of an industry or stock from ones’ portfolio, whereas positive screening uses ESG data to tilt toward companies that are more environmentally friendly, socially aware, and have better…

Thursday, October 02, 2014
Think you’re ready to hop off the hamster wheel
It’s getting harder to do. In 2014, just 4 percent of Americans expect to retire before age 55, compared with 15 percent in 1995, a Gallup poll says. Check your preparedness by seeing if you have the following:
A monthly income stream to cover living expenses and taxes.
If your money’s tied up in long-term investments, or in real-estate property in a down market, or in the home you’re living…

We’ll help you spot the popular mortgage myths and reveal the truth behind them
Myth 1: Once you’re pre-qualified, you’re guaranteed the loan amount
If you are thinking about purchasing a home, getting pre-qualified is essential to give you a general idea of your budget.
But it’s important to remember that you haven’t been officially approved for that amount yet.
During pre-qualification, your lender looks at…