Business & Finance - 28 September 2006

Is this okay and if so, what is the proper way to write such an email? I emailed this business my cover letter, resume and references for an open position on 9/19.

2006-09-28 07:35:13 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Careers & Employment

Anyone willing to help me out from time to time, in stock that I should invest in? Just an investor to give me his/her email address and ask a stock question every now and then.

2006-09-28 07:33:45 · 6 answers · asked by Ellie 1 in Investing

My niece is a spender and I want to give her a monetary gift that she can save when she reaches college. Is there a way I can deposit my gift to her to CD under her name?

2006-09-28 07:33:24 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Personal Finance

I work in a small family run business. I've advanced from the very bottom to as high as possible without being an owner. Since I am not related, advancement is no longer possible and I'm beginning to feel bored with my job. You know, same ole, same ole. I crave change and challenges which is why I think I've advanced so fast.

2006-09-28 07:33:18 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Careers & Employment

After an increase of 60% in the first year of an investment, what rate of return in the second year will double the original investment?

2006-09-28 07:32:57 · 2 answers · asked by blunk_blind 1 in Investing

what if i signed a contract when i was underage?
When i was 16 i signed a mobile phone contract (stupidly) but the minimum age was 18, i put in a different date of bith and the contract was allowed.
After some time i ceased to pay the bill(woops) and now credit agencies contact me asking for repayment, so i contacted them and they told me that my parents are liable, i think there just saying that, and were really quite rude :-( i didnt know what i was commiting too at the time. Now they have sent the account for "futher action" what are they going to do? ahhh lol

thankyou guys if you can help :-)

charlie

2006-09-28 07:31:18 · 24 answers · asked by Charlie Worrall 1 in Personal Finance

I received a notice from the post office that a local law firm has sent me a certified letter. I have no idea why they would send me a letter. I have not been in any car accidents, I do not owe anyone money, I have had no police issues recently. I called the law firm, and the office admin I talked to said they don't track and don't comment on certified letters sent.

Should I go get the certified letter? Would me signing for it create some kind of problem?

It's very mysterious.

2006-09-28 07:27:43 · 17 answers · asked by West Coaster 4 in Other - Business & Finance

My mother is 70 and has a solid income stream (pension, SS, annuity) of about $30,000 .... she also has about $70,000 in Fidelity non-IRA mutual funds. It is almost ALL in stocks. I think that is way too risky for someone her age.

I'd like to suggest to her a fund that will produce income with relatively low risk. I am looking at the Fidelity Freedom Income Fund as an option for her... any opinions?

2006-09-28 07:24:45 · 4 answers · asked by rrsafety 1 in Investing

2006-09-28 07:24:18 · 5 answers · asked by hannah . 1 in Other - Business & Finance

I had a bankruptcy about 1 year ago...and would like to be able to finally purchase a home. My credit is rebuilding nicely. anyone know of a mortgage company that will work with someone in my situation?

2006-09-28 07:23:40 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Credit

will i have a problem passing a drug test? is there anything herbs wise that will show on test, and I need to tell them when I get tested?

2006-09-28 07:23:09 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Careers & Employment

How do I depreciate a work van (normal van size) that was purchased April 06?
Cost was $17,000. In your answer, is this for the year or monthly. Using Quickbooks. .

2006-09-28 07:22:51 · 4 answers · asked by hirebookkeeper 6 in United States

I am thinking of opening my own ice cream shop. I would really like your suggestions on what you would want to see in an ice cream shop. I am considering specializing in soft serve ice cream and frozen yogurt with lots of mix-in choices. Sort of like Blizzards from Dairy Queen, only MORE choices! I am also considering specialty sundaes such as Lemon Blast with a lemon bar cookie on the bottom with vanila ice cream, whip cream, lemon sauce, nuts, etc. Any ideas or suggestions about what YOU want when you visit an ice cream shop would be MOST welcome. Thank you.

2006-09-28 07:20:25 · 9 answers · asked by Ice Cream Lady 1 in Small Business

2006-09-28 07:19:47 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Careers & Employment

I recently (2 days ago) accepted a job offer with a company in Washinton, DC. I had heard positive things from a few people who have no direct connection with the firm.
Since that time, I've heard dozens of negative things about the corporate culture from employees and ex-employees. Things that confirm some red flags that I noted during my interview. I thought those red flags were just me being overly cautious, but now I think I ought to have trusted my gut.

How can I tactfully turn down the position, now that I've already accepted? Does this happen often, and it is a terrible faux pas?

Thanks very much.

2006-09-28 07:16:24 · 10 answers · asked by Lilfilly 2 in Careers & Employment

How do you buy stock? I heard there was this popular online place that you could sign up and transfer money, stuff like that; choose the stock you wanted.

*Are there like blue chip companies for canada?

2006-09-28 07:15:21 · 6 answers · asked by Ellie 1 in Investing

Do anyone know where I can find a good temp agency in Detroit, because I really need a job.

2006-09-28 07:14:13 · 5 answers · asked by kimiko20 1 in Other - Business & Finance

the coins are dated from 1832 up to 1910

2006-09-28 07:13:19 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Investing

2006-09-28 07:11:31 · 3 answers · asked by joebpmc69 1 in Search Engine Optimization

After running my own business for over ten years, I have been recently ask to joint a new company and they asked for my CV....

2006-09-28 07:09:06 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Careers & Employment

i am thinking of starting a business in Ghana could you give me an idea.

2006-09-28 07:08:11 · 7 answers · asked by shanddy 1 in Small Business

friend is a real estate agent who helped find the house, she promised to make mortgage payments, failed to forward all notices from loan company, all utilities under her name, no tenant lease signed (was best friend for more than 12 years!) has been living in home for 1.5 years, realized late payments when requested credit report¬iced late payment- per friend, says has paid amount due... now, just received summons for forclosure!!!!

2006-09-28 07:07:03 · 9 answers · asked by chaly 2 in Renting & Real Estate

2006-09-28 07:06:33 · 7 answers · asked by bear2777 1 in Renting & Real Estate

2006-09-28 07:05:38 · 4 answers · asked by Abi R 1 in Investing

my sister in law has to rent privately, does anyone know what the highest amount of housing benefit one person (with two young kids) could get per week. when u rent privately the rent is usually very high so we was just wondering what is the highest amount they could award someone...so we could work out what type of price range to look out.

2006-09-28 07:05:23 · 8 answers · asked by kaingirls 2 in Renting & Real Estate

Private party transaction. I have the deed. The selling price was only $3000. Do I need an attorney?

2006-09-28 07:00:48 · 3 answers · asked by Vince L 1 in Renting & Real Estate

Ive heard there are sites for which I can pay a fee and get the listings. Does anyone know which sites are the best ones?

2006-09-28 06:59:28 · 7 answers · asked by aaron 4 in Renting & Real Estate

2006-09-28 06:59:15 · 11 answers · asked by shamruq 3 in Credit

I don't have large amount for money for down payment (only $50k).
- What should I do to build a good credit to buy a house for the first time?
- I do have car loan already and the payment never late.
- I joined a credit union (OCTFCU) since 2 years ago.
- Do I need a retirement plan?
What is maximum house price that I can get?
What should I do, in term of my credit, if I want to buy at least $600k house?
Much appriciate it.

2006-09-28 06:58:39 · 0 answers · asked by badtzadvice 2 in Credit

My book is coming out at the end of next month and I am self published. I am really tight on money so I want to pick the places that would be the most productive for my book signing venues. Should I run a poll to see where the most people suggest I go or what? Any other ideas out there?

2006-09-28 06:58:35 · 3 answers · asked by ? 2 in Small Business