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Stop that check!!

I found it very interesting to read about how the country of Great Britain is considering stopping the use of checks. It seems that boards of bankers think they are too expensive to clear and they favor cheaper ways of paying bills. They have set a preliminary date of 2018 for the complete stoppage of check clearing. There are some who are concerned though.

The elderly people tend to write more checks than any other age group. They are not always computer savvy and are set in their ways. Some businesses also want to continue their customer’s use of checks. Whatever happens, I am sure that sooner or later, the checks will be stopped.

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French Fried

It seems that the country of France is looking for ways to save money on its public finances. They have a very large deficit and are planning ways to combat the red ink. One thing they are doing is raising their retirement age from 60 to 62. They hope to save a lot of money by doing this.

Of course, there are many people who are not happy with the decision. But, many believe it is the only responsible thing to do in light of the deficit. The plan will be implemented over a number of years and has some loopholes for those who need it. I think France is doing the right thing by keeping their deficit in check!

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Protect yourself

Being as that the economic times are so uncertain, I decided to look into ways to ensure my economic prosperity. After doing some research, I decided that I needed to purchase gold. There are many benefits for doing so and I will explain some of them to you. For example, if you purchase gold coins, you can rest easy at night knowing that you have made a safe investment.

It seems that gold usually goes up in value whenever the world’s economic scene goes bad. If there is a disaster or a war, gold’s value tends to go up. This makes it an excellent investment. When you purchase gold coin, you put your money into an investment that is safe. You can always have access to your money and you become free to withdraw your money at any time.

One of the best things to do is to purchase gold bullion. An investment like this has a proven track record of going up in value. I wish I had done so many years ago as I would be very well off by now. When you purchase bullion, you are telling the ones you love that you care. I am sure that no one would argue that is a bad thing. I hope you will be able to look into the matter further when you get a chance.

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Dead Money

I was shocked to read today that the U.S. government has been sending out checks to those who are deceased. It was found out that over the last three or four years; more than 20,000 checks were sent to dead people. This is the kind of waste that makes Americans angry. That’s not all of the news. Some checks were sent to convicted felons as well as deadbeat contractors.

The Obama administration is vowing to rectify the situation by creating a database that list the dead as well as felons and contractors that owe the government money. I hope this new system will save the poor taxpayers some of their hard earned money!

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They Fall So Fast

When the recession started to really take hold last year, the McDonald’s corporation was delighted. People started to flock to their stores as their low prices made them an affordable place to eat. They were high on the hog for awhile and were happy with their sales.

The bad part was that they had to offer incredibly low prices on their products which left them with little wiggle room. At this point, the economy is starting to recover but their sales are once again slipping. The company is hoping that the slow recovery of the economy will drive up sales and restore their profit margins. I hope they get what they want, not that I like anything that comes from McDonald’s except maybe their fountain drinks, sweet tea and their french fries. Other than that I have no use for the majority of their products.

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Good Money Tips

There are literally thousands of ways to make money. People do it all the time and there is no limit on how much you can make. Some ways of making money are easier than others. One of my favorite ways is to use money to make money. That’s why I think highly of investing in bullion. While there are no guarantees in investing, the track record of making money with gold bullion is proven.

Throughout the ages, people have taken advantage of the unique characteristics that gold provides. It is durable, timeless, and always in demand. It has been used as currency in every nation on earth and has been the envy of kings and queens. It has caused wars as well as provided jobs and security for millions of people. It is a part of the history of earth and its people.

For those who wish to grab onto a piece of something solid, I highly suggest looking into the possibilities it offers. Go to any computer and punch in buy bullion and see what it can offer you. I am sure that my own financial security is enhanced since I have added it to my portfolio. Just remember that when you buy gold bullion you will be another person in a long line of people who made a great decision!

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Get it fixed!

Due to the recent tough economic times, many people have found themselves with bad credit. Whether they lost their jobs or had reduced hours, the lack of income has led them to missing a payment or two. I know how easy it can happen as I have been through it before myself. Luckily, you still may have some options open that you are not aware of. One option is to take advantage of people with knowledge of how to fix your credit.

Many times, there may be something on your credit report that you are not aware of. Sometimes, things are put on your report that is not even yours! These things can usually be cleaned up fairly easily if you know the system. If you don’t know the system, you should seek help by getting an expert to help you. Credit experts can be found at a company called Ovation Credit. They will ensure your credit report is corrected.

One of the keys to credit repair is to have an advisor to represent you. Having an advisor is allowed by law and should be taken advantage of. I think that everyone will agree that making sure your financial situation is the best it can be will take the steps necessary to fix it. Just remember that the sooner you get started, the sooner you will be able to stop worrying about money and concentrate on making it.

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The times ahead

With the next presidential election getting closer all the time, many eyes are on the economy. The health of the economy will play a large roll in who gets elected to the top office in the land. So the question is how the economy is doing.

Experts all agree on one thing. They are not quite sure. Some believe the economy is growing and will be better than expected in the near future. Others believe that the economy will be dragged down by the Euro that is having issues of its own. I guess only time will tell.

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Stay confident

I hear so many people talking about how tough it is to stay afloat with the economy the way it is. I know more than a few people who need debt relief. People are really struggling and it is hard to keep up with all the commitments we made when times were better. I understand that good people can quickly find themselves in need of a helping hand to deal with their finances.

The good news is that there are ways to reduce the worry over financial matters. There are many companies out there that can help the typical person with debt reduction. They have proven tactics that work time after time. Take advantage of their knowledge and this will help you feel better about your situation and give you the confidence you need to move forward.

The economy will surely improve in the future. While it may seem that we are in a down period now, these things have a way of turning around. All we have to do is keep fighting and stay afloat until the good times return. For those who keep their heads in the game, better times will return. I am doing my best to do so and I hope everyone else is as well.

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Economic theory

President Obama has unveiled his new plan for the coming years. He has maintained that the need to serve the poor while taxing the rich is the right way to go. His latest plan includes tax hikes on the wealthy while keeping programs for the poor and those who need medical care going.

Many republicans have already opposed the plan calling it bad for the economy. They want tax cuts instead of tax hikes. Either way, the government still owes trillions of dollars to foreign countries. I guess we will have to see how this turns out.