Month: October 2007

Roshawn Watson Digg Article Have you ever met someone who seemed to have the Midas touch? Even when faced against extraordinary odds, they always seem to end up ahead. I definitely know people where literally everything they touch seems to turn to gold. It would be convenient to argue that some people are just luckier… Continue reading The Wealthy Create Luck

By: Roshawn Watson Digg Article One of the most outstanding observations about high net worth individuals is that they do financial planning from a generational perspective. They deliberately leave a financial legacy. Some believe that this is because they have more money to do the financial planning with. Let me assure you that much of… Continue reading Creating Phenomenal Wealth Over Time

By: Roshawn Watson Digg Article Prosperity on Credit What is the good life to you? Like many, I used to imagine Barbie and Ken with the big home, matching BMWs, vacation home(s), and luxurious yacht. I assumed that Barbie and Ken were the very portrait of success. However, a closer look revealed that my vision… Continue reading Forget Looking Rich…BE Rich!

By: Roshawn Watson As a self-proclaimed movie buff, here are 10 financial lessons I observed from eight of my favorite movies. Thomas Crown Affair. First money lesson learned: You can be miserable with plenty of money. Thomas Crown had a beautiful NYC mansion, plenty of cash, successful companies to run, among other things. Nonetheless, he… Continue reading 10 Money Lessons I Learned From The Movies

I have said previously that one of the most important principles in personal finance is to mind your own business. This means that you consciously and purposefully make smart financial decisions, such as having an emergency fund, paying off consumer debt, investing for retirement, investing for your children’s education, and paying off your home(s), etc.… Continue reading Expand Your Online Business with Ashop Commerce

By: Roshawn Watson Strife over money has severed many good relationships. When it comes to discussing finances, avoidance is understandably our medicine of choice, especially when friends are involved. However, perhaps avoidance is not the best strategy.http://www.youtube.com/get_player The company you keep matters just as much as what you do. However, if you refuse to address… Continue reading Two Financial Questions You SHOULD Ask Your Friends