Take advantage of the holiday mood in November real estate
At this time of year, everyone else is going over the river and through the woods to grandmother’s house, but a brave few are headed into the real estate…
Month: November 2022
This is one of three short stories on how the QR code is being used in society.
Digital tipping a boon for buskers The cashless society has been hitting street artists and musicians (buskers) hard these days, but the QR code has come…
Asking why is usually counterproductive
As people try to work through difficult situations in their lives, they sometimes focus on “Why.” They ask: Why was there a tornado; why did I get laid…
Preapproved or prequalified?
Sellers love preapproved buyers and, experts say, preapproval puts buyers in their best bargaining position. But sometimes buyers confuse preapproval and…
Ask the Expert: Is a reverse mortgage right for us?
Question: With the stock market down, we are worried about financing our retirement. Can a reverse mortgage help with that? Answer: Yes. If you want to…
Volunteering is good for business, good for you
A body of research shows that helping others can significantly reduce stress and enhance personal health. This helping requires personal contact with…
After a loss: Create new Thanksgiving, Christmas traditions
Thanksgiving and Christmas may be hard to face after a personal loss such as death or divorce. But it could also be the time you start reinventing…
How a bad decision can ruin your life
The things that can ruin your life have been passed down through the ages. They are not secrets. You can find a list the things you ought not to do…
Are updates to Apple iPhones driving convergence with Android phones?
‘Tis the season for iPhone updates. Back in September, Apple unveiled their latest iPhone models, and units have been shipping for a few weeks now. While…
Apple kicks off space race with emergency satellite service
Apple’s newest phones many make it easier, in the words of Spock, to live long and prosper. That’s because some iPhones can use satellite networks to send…