The true cost of debt
DURING THE rush of the season, we sometimes don't take the time to calculate the true cost of debt. And when January comes, we then juggle the payments and wonder why we can never get out of debt. And so More Money asked Calvin Campbell...
Investor dilemma - invest or spend
ONE OF the dilemmas people face is what to do with lump sums during the holiday season. Should you invest or spend? It is possible to do both? We asked Scotia Jamaica Investment Management (SJIM) for their opinion on the following scenario.
What to do with your money this Christmas - Get to know your credit card
ALL OVER the world debt is a common, albeit unfortunate and misplaced corollary of Christmas. And this debt is invariably driven by debit and credit cards. Today we focus a bit on some of the basic rudiments both positive...
Real estate review and outlook - Part I
THE YEAR 2005 began with the anticipation of a buoyant year. The economic indicators looked positive. Inflation was 13.7 per cent with strong signs of trending downwards.
Aggressive strategies for wealth building
STARTING WITH nothing, can you really become a millionaire over the next 15 years through an aggressive alternative investment strategy? The compound calculator says yes, but what are your chances of actually being able to realise the returns needed to...
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