Quick Guide To Credit Scores

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October 24th, 2008

Your credit score is likely the most important three-digit number in your life. Your score affects how much you pay for credit, and it can affect other bills you pay, where you live and where you work. Banks and credit card companies review your score when deciding whether to extend you credit and how much [...]

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Homeowners Policy: 13 Questions

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October 24th, 2008

13 ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS YOUR AGENT SHOULD ANSWER BEFORE YOU BUY YOUR HOMEOWNERS POLICY What is the financial rating of the company you are recommending? Do you represent more than 1 company? Do I have a replacement cost policy? If yes, is it guaranteed or extended replacement cost? How did you determine the replacement cost of [...]

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The Millionaire Club Keeps Growing

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October 24th, 2008

According to a report by Merrill Lynch and consulting firm Capgemini Group, the number of people around the world with at least $1 million in assets passed 10 million for the first time last year. The combined wealth of this planet’s millionaires grew to an estimated $41 trillion, making the average wealth a little more [...]

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The Art of Gratitude

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October 24th, 2008

I can’t remember when I wrote my first thank-you note, probably when I could barely print.  I learned from my mother at a very early age that expressing gratitude was important and good manners.  At the time, the thank-you notes and personal phone calls seemed like a punishment.  Honestly, how thankful is a six year [...]

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“PICK TWO”…But Why?

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October 24th, 2008

A long standing notion has existed in the world of selling goods and services is that you just can’t have it all – QUALITY, PRICE and SERVICE – you know “pick two”. And when you really think about it, there is more truth to that notion than there needs to be, but why?

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Trends in Garage Space

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October 24th, 2008

We often hear about trends in home design and efficiency, but what about trends in garage spaces? For many homeowners that’s a space that is often neglected. But if you’re in the market to sell your home, you should get familiar with what buyers are looking for these days in garages. First of all, garages [...]

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Promotional Product Power

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October 24th, 2008

Promotional products are an integral part of the business world and a staple in nearly every office. Check your desk or cubicle, in all likelihood there’s a promotional item or several in your workspace. Maybe a pen, pencil, calendar or mug emblazoned with your logo or another logo that has been left behind to do [...]

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Using Google Apps

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October 24th, 2008

…for Business Communication At SpinWeb, we are always looking for ways to streamline our business practices, create more efficient systems, and implement smart customer service methods. We have noticed over the years that email and communications has always been a pain point for many organizations and so we would like to share a way that [...]

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Banking Humor

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October 24th, 2008

“The safest way to double your money is to fold it over once and put it in your pocket.” “I went golfing with my banker, but never again. Every time I yelled FORE he yelled CLOSURE.” “Lots of banks are failing. I haven’t been worried until recently I went in to ask about a loan [...]

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Auto Policy: 13 Questions

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October 24th, 2008

13 ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS YOUR AGENT SHOULD ANSWER BEFORE YOU BUY YOUR AUTO POLICY What is the financial rating of the company you are recommending? Do you represent more than 1 company? What liability limit are you recommending and why? What deductibles are you proposing? What medical payment limit are you recommending? Do I have rental [...]

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