I'm not a financial guru, but through the years I've learned a few personal finance tricks, that I'm sharing below. Learn personal finance at a young age. Help them understand the value of money and how to earn it. To strive to be independent and not to depend on parents. Instill a business oriented mind […]
Foreign exchange, Forex or FX for short, is the exchange of one currency for another at an agreed price. It is also known as currency trading and Forex trading. It existed since biblical days which underlines its indispensable role in commerce. In modern times, Forex is a decentralized global market. It is a place where
Some financial experts say that Bitcoin will be the future's currency. I agree because it is what money is not. So what exactly is bitcoin? Bitcoin is technically described as the first decentralized digital currency, also known as cryptocurrency. It was created by Satoshi Nakamoto in 2008. The keyword here is digital, and that is
When I was young I wasn't a fan of cars. In my mind they're pollutants, but as I age, I begin to understand the benefit of having a car. You have the freedom to go anywhere and anytime comfortably. Hence the start of the hunt for the best affordable vehicle. I always prefer practicality over
Most material things' value depreciate over time. For example, a car bought for more than a million pesos immediately loses a chunk of its value the moment it leaves the showroom. Real property, on the other hand, appreciates as years go by. Start with small lots and choose agricultural ones as they're more affordable than
Start them young as they say. The following are some of the best savings accounts for kids. Some banks require an ITF(in-trust-for) account for children below a certain age. MayBank's Yippie Savings Account is specially made for children aged 12 years old and below. You can open as low as 500.00 PHP and comes with a passbook
It may seem strange that a big online business like Groupon would scam an ordinary guy like me, but the following events are all true. Last May 29, 2012, I ordered a Memory Foam Pillow from BeEconomic.Com.Ph which is the Philippine arm of Groupon. Check the screenshot of the email they sent: While waiting for