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Why tracking your traffic and earnings with Google Analytics is CRUCIAL!

musica9999 — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 23:55:32 +0000

If you have developed a portfolio of websites and they are starting to grow in traffic and earnings, but you don’t have Google Analytics installed on those websites, you are cutting yourself short of A LOT of easy money. Why?

Mainly because tracking tells you some extremely important metrics that (when used correctly) can help you focus your efforts in the right places:

1. What keywords your websites are ranking for in Google.

2. What the most popular websites and posts in your portfolio are.

3. What the highest earnings per visitor websites and posts in your portfolio are.

Using your Google Analytics and analyzing these metrics to develop a plan of attack are what bring $1,000/month earners to $5,000/month earners, and MUCH faster than in your beginning phase. Why?

When you first develop your portfolio, you will be building websites based on research from the Google Keyword Tool and PageRank of competing sites. These are all estimates of how much you’ll make and how your websites will perform. This is a great way to start, but it is not nearly as useful as the data you will get from your Google Analytics.

The first part of the approach is a blanket approach: make a bunch of websites with a bunch of different pages targeting different keywords and then see what sticks. Once you have your Google Analytics data, you can target the places that Google naturally likes. Once you focus your efforts on those areas, your income will start to increase exponentially.

For example, if you have a post that is ranking at spot #6 for a certain keyword and getting most of your traffic for a website, imagine how your numbers will increase when you hit #1 for that keyword! Remember, a spot #6 ranking is getting less than 5% of search traffic. If you get that post to #1, you will get 42%! That is NINE times more earnings. That is the post you want to focus on (since Google naturally liked it more than the other posts on that website). That is the kind of thing you can do with data from Google Analytics that you wouldn’t have otherwise.

Once you start shifting your efforts in the direction your Google Analytics data leads you, that is when your portfolio will start to take a life of its own, and your earnings will increase while your efforts can decrease. This is because as a website gains momentum, it will gain a lot of natural links you don’t have to work for.

I have met other Internet Entrepreneurs who haven’t used tracking and I just don’t get it. SO MUCH MONEY IS LEFT ON THE TABLE!

First thing you need to learn is how to make a blog.

After that, installation of Google Analytics is easy, and honestly, it’s quite fun analyzing the performance of your websites. Here is a video lesson on How to Install Google Adsense and Google Analytics.

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How to Find the Best Mortgage for Your Money

GuestPoster — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 13:30:13 +0000

The housing market has not been more favorable for buyers in recent history than it is right now. The current mortgage rates that you are able to get are quite frankly some of the best that you might ever find in your life. This means that even if you were on the fence about getting into the market, you might want to seriously lean towards doing so. The only thing that you need to know is how to find the best mortgage.

1. The first thing that you are going to want to do to find the best mortgage is to make sure that you don’t stop at just one. This means that you can’t just stop looking when you have seen one lender that you are interested in. No, in order to find the best rates you are going to have to shop around. Luckily with the innovations of the internet you are able to make this happen rather easily now. You can just go to your favorite search engine and type in something about mortgage rate comparison sites. This will bring you to sites were you can compare all of the lenders at one place.

2. Another thing that you can do in order to make sure that you are getting the best rates is to use mortgage calculators to help you do the math. These calculators can be found on a number of different websites online. At most of these sites it is free to use the calculator as well. This type of calculator will be able to help you figure out exactly how much you are going to have to pay on the mortgage in the future. This is something that can help you to plan out how you are going to save up the money that you are going to need in order to pay for the mortgage in the future. In order to find the numbers that you need to plug into the calculator you are going to need to read into the terms and conditions of all of the mortgages that you are considering.

These are just two of the steps that can be taken to find the best mortgage rates that are available out there to you. While these are obviously not the only things that you can do, they are two steps that should not ever be skipped. If you are shopping for a mortgage make sure that you start with these two processes.

Be Ready With Temporary Car Insurance When Traveling

GuestPoster — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 22:30:16 +0000

When you are planning to go to a place and you will be using your car or you will be renting or borrowing a car from a friend on that particular place, you will always need to have car insurance. While car insurance policies and cost of each policy varies from one place to another, you will need to plan everything ahead of time so that you will already have the car insurance policy required for that place as soon as you arrived or you will have buffer car insurance quotes ready to be purchased soon after you borrowed or rented a car wherever you are. If you have a car insurance cover while you are there, you will not only be abiding with the traffic laws of that state but you are at the same time protecting your car or your borrowed car and yourself from anything unlikely that will happen when you are in the road. If in case you be involved in an accident, the repairs of your car and the medical expenses for you and your passengers, if there is, will be covered by your car insurance policy.

If you are going to get a car insurance policy in the place where you are traveling, first you will need to determine the type of policy that you need. If you are going to stay in that place for good or for a time exceeding 6 months to one year, then you should be looking at some long term car insurance. However, if you will only be there for a short period of time like several weeks to months but not exceeding 6 months, a short term car insurance cover is just right for you. This way, you can add any number of drivers to your policy and you will only be paying for the entire period that you are in a certain place. The coverage will be the same as that of the long – term policy but it is just the time or period of coverage that makes the difference.

In order to get short – term car cover before you travel, you will need to shop ahead. Get temporary car insurance quotes for that particular place, compare rates and be ready to purchase one before you drive your car to that area or as soon as you arrived there. This way, your travel will well – planned and you will be safe, secured and fully insured.

Information on 401k Options

GuestPoster — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 14:42:04 +0000

This article will help you find all you need to know about the 401k plan in your company.

You need to understand your own plan options. Every 401k plan is different; however, they all have one document, available from your Human Resources Department, called the Summary Plan Description.

This is where you will find all the details on your own 401k options. It is important that you actually read it. Some surveys have suggested that most employees feel their retirement benefits are more confusing than their health care benefits. This is not really a surprise. There is little formal education required for a college degree on the subject of investing for retirement or investing in general. It is no wonder most people feel this way about their retirement benefits.

The most important thing you will find in the Summary Plan Description will be the investment options available to you once you enroll in the plan and begin making contributions. Depending on your plan these investment options may be divided between what is referred to as the main menu and a self directed brokerage account. The main menu typically consists of a selection of mutual funds picked by your company’s Plan Provider, perhaps a company like Fidelity Investments, and approved for the plan by members of your company that serve on an investment committee. There are usually ten or more mutual funds from which to choose. The main menu may also include the option to buy your own company’s publicly traded stock.

The self directed brokerage account is a bit different. Here the investment choices are generally broader than those available on the main menu. Your investment committee, at the recommendation of the Plan Provider may have imposed limitations on this option. There may be a limit as to how much of your plan assets you may journal to this option. In addition, there may also be annual fees associated with this 401k investment option.

Again, your company’s 401 Summary Plan Description will be the place for you to find those answers.

Advantages of Investing in Tax Liens

GuestPoster — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 02:41:02 +0000

If you want to get started buying investment property, but you don’t have the money that you might need for a huge down payment on certain types of property, dipping your toes into tax lien investing may be for you. While it still has risks associated with it, investing in tax liens is usually less risky than investing in the stock market or even the real estate market. Here are some of the major advantages to investing in tax liens.

The biggest advantage to investing in tax liens is that you will always have priority over all other liens on a property. This means that regardless of if a person isn’t paying their taxes because they have a huge mortgage, car loans, or even a home equity loan tied up in their house, they will still make sure that you get what you’re owed first when the home is foreclosed on, if it should come to that. The only problem you might have is if the homeowner owes federal and other state and local taxes. These are rated the same and could cause problems in foreclosure proceedings.

But what is a small amount of risk without a return? The returns that you get on tax liens are phenomenal compared to the amount of risk that you have to take. They’re generally much less risk than either the stock market or the real estate market, yet give you a return as high as 16%, and higher depending on your state.

Finally, another large advantage of owning a tax lien is that you get enforcement rights, but you don’t have to do the actual enforcing. If your lien isn’t paid back in full, you have the option to start foreclosure proceedings on a house. However, you don’t have to be the actual person that does the foreclosure. Usually the county or state will do this for you!

These are just a few of the advantages to investing in tax liens.

Students Who Want Credit Cards While Refinancing Their Loans

GuestPoster — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 13:22:04 +0000

The main reason for consolidating a student loan is to lower interest rate and payment. Some people do this by getting personal loans for people with poor credit and for those who want money faster, they get bad credit loans with no credit check. But if at this point you are someone who is certain of his or her refinancing process and on the look out for a credit card to help build better credit and assist with your spending, then you have to remember the following key pointers:

Check out your credit standing as well as the type of cards that can be offered to you. This is usually based on the former along with your income and other payables that you might have.
Focus on your refinancing payment after you have received your card. Sending a late payment for your student loan may do you more harm but sending six good payments could improve your credit score.

The Appropriate Credit Cards While Paying Off Student Loans

You can start looking for the best card if you are done finding out where you are at in terms of credit and if you are done consolidating your student loans. You might need to start with a secured credit card but no matter what type of card you have been granted always make sure that it is used wisely and paid for promptly.

If you still haven’t settled with a particular card, a good way of improving credit is opening a checking and savings account and pay your usual bills like rent, utilities and car payment through it. That way you could show your creditor how responsible you are in making payments.You can also get a store credit card so that you can have something teach you how to make diligent payments.

Are High Frequency Trading and Algorithmic Trading the Same Thing?

GuestPoster — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 18:32:11 +0000

In recent months, there has been much controversy around the practice of High Frequency Trading. There was even a feature about it on the US current affairs programme “60 Minutes” recently.

Why is it so controversial? Well, probably because there is much unease and fear among the general public about a world in which machines trade with each other, with no human involvement other than to program and operate those machines. This is the world of algorithmic trading, with the algorithms in question being computer programs that decide when, where and how to execute trades.

But what exactly is the difference between algorithmic trading and high frequency trading? Are they both in fact the same thing? Well, like many questions, the answer to this depends upon who you talk to. Most practitioners in the market would certainly agree that all high frequency trading is algorithmic. After all, when you are sending thousands (or even hundreds of thousands) of orders into the market in the space of a couple of minutes, it is completely impossible to do that without some pretty clever computer software (not to mention powerful hardware and ultra-fast communications links).

But can all algorithmic trading be classed as high-frequency? The answer to that question has to be no. Computer algorithms are used for many kinds of trading, not just high-speed, high frequency trading. For example, a quantitative hedge fund might use algorithms to determine when to buy and hold a stock as part of a long-term strategy. Or a sell-side broker might use an algorithm to split a large order from an institutional client into smaller chunks, to prevent (or at least to minimize) any adverse market movement.

The High Frequency Trading Review features interviews with various market participants and industry experts, all of whom have their own definitions of high frequency trading. These definitions differ in many ways, but most experts agree that high frequency trading is actually just a subset of algorithmic trading.

The Benefits Of Getting An Attorney To Help With Debt Settlement

GuestPoster — Sun, 24 Oct 2010 15:22:01 +0000

It is well known that the United States is currently in one of the worst recessions on record. Many people’s income has dropped significantly in this time of crisis, and many more have lost their jobs completely. When in such a position, it is common to begin accruing debt in order to maintain your lifestyle. However, this debt can soon accumulate to the point where it is difficult if not impossible to ever pay off. This is a problem that should be dealt with quickly in order to keep yourself out of a serious financial pit. Sometimes, it is possible for a person to manage this sort of problem him- or herself. Oftentimes, it is necessary to look to professionals for help and guidance in order to mitigate the problems that deep debt brings along with it. Debt settlement attorneys can be the answer to these problems.

These attorneys will not only help with managing your debt, but they will also help you to navigate the laws that will be part of your debt repayment. These men and women are experienced in dealing with several creditors at one time and can help you to get your debt down to a reasonable number that will allow you and your family to still live comfortable while paying off your debt. Unfamiliarity with the workings and practices of debt collectors can mean that you will be pushed into paying off debts in a way that does not fit your budget and can actually cause more problems than it will solve. When an attorney takes your case, he or she will walk you through your rights under the law and will take much of the stress away that accompanies dealing with creditors.

It is sometimes difficult to find the right debt settlement attorney for you, as there are so many choices out there. For this reason, it is a good idea to talk to several before making a decision, as finding the right attorney can make all the difference in the world. This will give you an idea of their experience and expertise and allow you to choose the one that is right for you.. Doing research online will allow you to find out what others in your position are saying about certain attorneys, making sure that you have all of the information necessary to make the right decision for you and your family.

Once you have chosen the right attorney for your situation, they will immediately take over. They will begin contacting your creditors, which means that the calls to you will stop. Next, they will begin working with your creditors, on your behalf, to eliminate your debt to a manageable sum, and find a suitable monthly amount for you to pay. After that, you will not have to worry about which companies you have to pay each month or how much. One payment to one firm makes debt management much easier, and this can be accomplished by finding the right debt settlement attorney.

Is A Second Chance Bank Account The Right Move?

GuestPoster — Sun, 17 Oct 2010 00:52:56 +0000

When you’re trying to open up a new bank account but keep getting denied you have a few options. Second chance banking is one of these options, but certainly not the only one. In this post I want to share some tips for getting your old bank account back, how second chance accounts work, and why you should avoid check cashing at all costs.

Opening the bank account back up that originally caused you these problems is the best solution. You’ll have to pay back the money that you owe, but you get all of the benefits that a normal bank provides. The only way to do this is to go back to your old bank and sit down with someone to talk with them about what you’re going to have to do to get it back open. This doesn’t always work, but it’s definitely the best solution.

Second chance banking is the right move when there’s no shot that you’ll be able to get your old account back. These are very similar to regular banks, but their fees are different and you’ll never earn any interest on your money. Most second chance banks provide protection if your card is lost or if there are fraudulent charges, but they are rarely FDIC insured. All you need to get a second chance account is a valid Social Security number, there are no credit or employment checks, so don’t let that stand in your way.

Check cashing is just a bad idea. It costs way more than either banking option discussed above, and it’s always risky carrying cash with you at all times. Money is too easy to lose and too easy for someone else to take from you for this to be a good idea. Instead use a second chance account.

Second chance banking isn’t necessarily the best idea, but it’s better than check cashing. Make sure that you can’t get your old account back open before moving on to other ways of managing your money. Once you can rule that out, move on to your other options.

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Reduce Your Debt with A Debt Negotiation Attorney

GuestPoster — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 07:46:01 +0000

With credit card interest rates, soaring consumers are searching for relief through debt reduction. However, the average person does not have the necessary skills for negotiation. One way to reduce debt is to use a debt negotiation attorney. Their legal knowledge and negotiating skills may help you achieve the relief you are looking for. These attorneys work for you to obtain a reasonable settlement with your creditors.

What is Debt Settlement?

Debt settlement is a legal agreement between you and a creditor regarding the reduction and payment of your debt. You can negotiate a lower interest rate, reduction of late fees or even a reduction in the amount you owe. For example, if you owe $10,000 and have $5,000 to put toward the debt, you may negotiate with the company and they may accept the $5,000 as full payment. In addition, you can negotiate in the terms that an unfavorable credit rating is not reported. This is one of the best ways to save money and get out of debt once and for all.

Choosing a Debt Settlement Program

There are two options for debt settlement programs. One is to choose a debt settlement company and the other is to hire a debt settlement attorney. A debt settlement company will be able to negotiate debt relief, however, they typically do not have the authority to stop collection calls. These calls may continue until you have reached a settlement agreement. When you hire an attorney, he or she has the authority to stop collection activity since the creditors or collection agency may no longer contact you since you have an attorney. In addition, many states have taken action against for-profit debt settlement companies and may actually be illegal. Having a lawyer will also reduce the risk of a lawsuit by a creditor. Once you have a lawyer they know that winning a case against you can be costly.

Handling Your Own Negotiation

This is an option; however, it is not advisable. You are essentially negotiating a legal agreement with your creditor and without legal expertise; you may get yourself in a situation that is even more detrimental. Not to mention that this can become a very time consuming process. It is far better to retain a debt settlement lawyer that will handle the entire process for you. This will save you time, money and a great deal of frustration in the long term. You will have to pay for the lawyer and this is usually based on the amount of debt that is settled. However, you need to look at how much money a lawyer will save you by debt settlement and how much the fee is going to be.

Finding a Reputable Debt negotiation attorney

If your family or friends are unable to recommend an attorney, you can look for ads in the newspaper or yellow pages. Look for an attorney that specializes in debt settlement. Choose a few names and visit each of them for a consultation. In addition, they should gladly give you a few names of clients for a reference. After a consultation, you should be able to determine if you feel the attorney is competent and can meet your needs.