A Review of the Kaplan University Online Paralegal Degree

As more law firms and corporations seek to lower costs, paralegals will be in much higher demand. Kaplan University offers four accredited paralegal programs, which will give students the skills they need in order to thrive in this demanding market. The first program that the Kaplan University offers is the Advanced B.S. in Paralegal Studies. … Read more

Protect Assets from Nursing Home: Medicaid Eligibility & Application

There are some important questions to consider when there is a chance that you will be in a nursing home in the years to come. You want to make sure your assets are protected completely. Question 7: Medicaid income eligibility requirements: Can I transfer income and assets to my children before going into a nursing … Read more

1031 Exchange ? Trade Real Estate Investments and Defer Taxable Gains

Inthe summer of 1990, the Internal Revenue Service announced the long awaited rules on Tax Deferred Exchanges. Section 1.1031 of the IRS Code laid out in detail the procedure for turning a sale and purchase type transaction into an Exchange. The revised rules allow owners of certain types of “like kind” real estate to sell … Read more

Annuity Lead Scam Watch

Although annuity lead scams are out there, agents agree that leads are the lifeblood of their business. No matter how good the products or presentation, without a qualified prospect there can be no sale. Annuity agents also agree there is a vast difference between a lead and a qualified prospect. If you are among the … Read more

What?s the Big Deal about 1031 Properties?

Whether you’re new to real estate investing altogether or are just getting ready to broaden your investing horizons odds are good that you’ll come across the term 1031 properties at some point along the way. You may be wondering what the big deal about these properties is. Why should you consider a 1031 exchange for … Read more