While each and every analyst on your nightly news tells us
how they are seeing "green shoots" sprouting up all over, when you really dig in,
you see nothing but withered weeds. Let's just start off with three quick headlines
that crossed the wires this morning and you can decide if this sounds like green
shoots, or "something wicked this way comes" and you need to prepare for it.
April foreclosures rise. The number of U.S. homes facing foreclosure jumped 32%
in April, led by Nevada, Florida and California. One in every 374 U.S. housing units
received a foreclosure filing last month, the highest monthly rate since reporting
began in 2005. Repossessions by banks were down on a monthly and annual basis, but
will likely increase again in coming months.
More losses at Freddie. Freddie Mac (FRE) reported a Q1 loss of $9.85B as the costs
of mortgage defaults grew, and said it will need another $6.1B of capital from the
Treasury. The company put $8.8B aside for future credit losses, up from $1.2B in
the year-earlier quarter, and expects 'the coming quarters to be difficult,' though
it sees 'preliminary signs of slowing in home-price declines.' The latest capital
call brings Freddie's total to $51B.
Retail Sales fall far short of the rosy estimates, with the Ex auto number falling
0.5%, while last months reading was reduced even further from - 1.1% to -1.3%.
So, where are the green shoots? Maybe their hiding in the latest budget projections?
Well, a quick peek at them shows us nothing but horror. Just two months ago projections for the deficit were horrid, but at least the street could accept them. In other words, we knew it would be bad, and they were, but it was expected. Then out of the clear blue the President comes out and says basically "oops" sorry, those number don't work any longer. Because of falling tax revenues, combined with higher costs for all these bailouts, we're going to have a fiscal deficit for 09 of some $1.84 trillion, or $89 billion more than forecast in February, while the 2010 figure now is estimated at $1.26 trillion, or $87 billion above the previous number.
These are not small numbers we're playing with here. This deficit is 4 times higher
than anything we've ever seen before and what's worse is that this budget is predicted by using the rosiest outlook on employment and economic growth they could muster.
For instance this budget assumes we're going to be seeing growth of fantasy proportions. It projects that "by the end of this year," the economy will be growing at a 3.5 percent annual rate. Where's that going to come from?
Basically, the budget is based on pure fantasy, make believe numbers that can't possibly come true. So, if the numbers are fantasy, so are these deficit projections. In other words, they're going to get worse. Much worse....
That is why you need to get off the fence now and join Home Seller Assist and learn how to flip properties while the "getting is good". You can also start promoting the program and begin to immediately start earning $400 the minute you sign someone up. You no longer have to pass up your #1 and #4 people.
We have our live webcast at 7pm Central this evening and if you join now, you can
attend the live training/support webinar that follows.
Now is the time to take action, while you can. Join Now at http://www.REOfunder.com
Larry Potter
847-872-4047
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Taking Risks Is All Part of the Game
By John Carlton
In business, the best opportunities don't usually announce themselves ahead of time.
There is no warning. And there is precious little time to consider your choices.
As a young man, I balked at making hard decisions. I hesitated and put them off. Even worse, I told myself that other, maybe better, opportunities would always be just around the corner.
The truth is, most life-changing opportunities are never repeated. And once I vowed to pursue success without making excuses, I learned the value of quickly saying "yes."
That is how I met all of my mentors and secured long-lasting relationships with them. And how I mastered freelance copywriting faster - and with greater rewards - than anyone else in the game. That is also how I've attained every shred of success I can lay claim to. By recognizing... correctly judging... and grabbing onto opportunities that most people missed.
It's often a matter of being in the right place at the right time, armed with the right skills to take advantage of what has been laid before you.
It's not easy to become that guy who is always alert for chances to engage with life on a higher level. To hear what others refuse to hear. To murder your ego and crush your natural skepticism and stubborn reluctance.
But once you do... you'll never again be daunted... because part of being open to opportunity is being prepared for the risk.
[Note: John Carlton is an expert copywriter, a pioneer in online marketing, and a teacher of killer sales copy. He knows marketing inside and out. Discover how to get your hands on the kick-ass secrets of the world's smartest, happiest, and wealthiest marketers.
Make sure you are equipped to handle any opportunities that come your way with the Internet's premier goal setting and achieving program.]
First webcast about Web 3.0 is coming at http://www.yoursocialprofits.com
And don't forget the webinar about the complete A-B B-C funding to flip propertieswith no title seasoning issues at 7pm CentralTues and Wed at www.FastBuyerLoans.com
Larry Potter
In business, the best opportunities don't usually announce themselves ahead of time.
There is no warning. And there is precious little time to consider your choices.
As a young man, I balked at making hard decisions. I hesitated and put them off. Even worse, I told myself that other, maybe better, opportunities would always be just around the corner.
The truth is, most life-changing opportunities are never repeated. And once I vowed to pursue success without making excuses, I learned the value of quickly saying "yes."
That is how I met all of my mentors and secured long-lasting relationships with them. And how I mastered freelance copywriting faster - and with greater rewards - than anyone else in the game. That is also how I've attained every shred of success I can lay claim to. By recognizing... correctly judging... and grabbing onto opportunities that most people missed.
It's often a matter of being in the right place at the right time, armed with the right skills to take advantage of what has been laid before you.
It's not easy to become that guy who is always alert for chances to engage with life on a higher level. To hear what others refuse to hear. To murder your ego and crush your natural skepticism and stubborn reluctance.
But once you do... you'll never again be daunted... because part of being open to opportunity is being prepared for the risk.
[Note: John Carlton is an expert copywriter, a pioneer in online marketing, and a teacher of killer sales copy. He knows marketing inside and out. Discover how to get your hands on the kick-ass secrets of the world's smartest, happiest, and wealthiest marketers.
Make sure you are equipped to handle any opportunities that come your way with the Internet's premier goal setting and achieving program.]
First webcast about Web 3.0 is coming at http://www.yoursocialprofits.com
And don't forget the webinar about the complete A-B B-C funding to flip propertieswith no title seasoning issues at 7pm CentralTues and Wed at www.FastBuyerLoans.com
Larry Potter
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Networking the Wrong Way
By Jason Holland
Networking is a great way to establish personal connections with people in your industry, whether you're interested in joint ventures, finding a business partner, seeking funding, or looking for a new job.
But do it wrong and you can burn a lot of bridges. Here are some things you should not do:
Be too vague. Your friend passes on contact information for a consultant that you know will help your business - so you give him a call. But instead of briefly describing your problem and asking for specific advice, you tell a long rambling story and then ask: "Can you help me?"
Prepare for the call by honing your elevator pitch - a one-minute, specific summary of who you are and what you need.
Bombard the contact with "follow up." Let's say you're given contact information for a CEO who's looking for your type of freelance services. Make your pitch with a phone call or by e-mail. Lay out your expertise and tell him what you can do to help him. Then let him carry the ball. Don't send daily e-mails "checking" on the status of the hiring decision. Nagging isn't going to get you the job. If he's interested in you, trust that you will hear from him.
Forget to follow up with the "connector." When you're introduced to a great contact don't forget to say thanks and offer to reciprocate or help in some way.
[Ed. Note: Networking effectively is just one skill you can learn with Unscrew Your Life, Early to Rise's monthly newsletter dedicated to helping you navigate the trials and travails of daily life, whether you're at home, at work, or anywhere in between. Find out more here.]
Larry Potter
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkJCsIMAiNY
www.ATicketToWealth.com
Networking is a great way to establish personal connections with people in your industry, whether you're interested in joint ventures, finding a business partner, seeking funding, or looking for a new job.
But do it wrong and you can burn a lot of bridges. Here are some things you should not do:
Be too vague. Your friend passes on contact information for a consultant that you know will help your business - so you give him a call. But instead of briefly describing your problem and asking for specific advice, you tell a long rambling story and then ask: "Can you help me?"
Prepare for the call by honing your elevator pitch - a one-minute, specific summary of who you are and what you need.
Bombard the contact with "follow up." Let's say you're given contact information for a CEO who's looking for your type of freelance services. Make your pitch with a phone call or by e-mail. Lay out your expertise and tell him what you can do to help him. Then let him carry the ball. Don't send daily e-mails "checking" on the status of the hiring decision. Nagging isn't going to get you the job. If he's interested in you, trust that you will hear from him.
Forget to follow up with the "connector." When you're introduced to a great contact don't forget to say thanks and offer to reciprocate or help in some way.
[Ed. Note: Networking effectively is just one skill you can learn with Unscrew Your Life, Early to Rise's monthly newsletter dedicated to helping you navigate the trials and travails of daily life, whether you're at home, at work, or anywhere in between. Find out more here.]
Larry Potter
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkJCsIMAiNY
www.ATicketToWealth.com
Monday, May 4, 2009
How to Build a Recession-Proof Stream of Income
By George Dahir
Even in tough times, opportunities present themselves... if you look in the right places.
One of the best ways to build a recession-proof income? Become an affiliate marketer.
Affiliate marketing is the process of using your website to drive traffic to a merchant's website... and receiving a commission for sales that are generated. It has quietly become a $6 billion industry and, according to Jupiter Research, is expected to grow another 13 percent year-over-year through 2012. Jupiter Research also states that online marketers' spending estimates for 2008 were $2.1 billion on affiliate marketing fees, with U.S. online affiliate marketing spending expected to reach $3.3 billion in 2012.
One reason affiliate marketing has experienced such massive growth is that it is a win-win opportunity - for the merchant and the affiliate. The merchant pays affiliates for their advertising efforts only when sales are actually made. Affiliates become an extension of the merchant's sales force and receive nice commission payouts by driving sales traffic to the merchant's website.
Many affiliate marketers do this as their only source of income and make a very nice living.
So what's stopping you? If you aren't making the money you need to live the life you wish to live - or if you just want an additional source of income - affiliate marketing may be for you. Early to Rise's Affiliate Program has had a large turnout since its launch back in February (with 900 affiliates thus far) and the sales continue to roll in.
[Ed. Note: George Dahir is ETR's Affiliate Marketing Manager.
If you are ready to make money as an affiliate, join today by clicking here. ]
Larry Potter
http://www.yoursocialprofits.com/
http://www.yoursocialprofits.com/
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Big Change At Home Seller Assist
Hi there,
It’s Larry here with 2 quick ‘late breaking’ announcements:
First, you no longer have to pass up your first and fourth
paid members with HSA, you now get to keep that $800 !!!
Second, I’ve been invited to be one of the first entrepreneurs to learn
about and teach the unique, viral business building strategies
of Web 3.0 - Social Profit Streams…
These are unique concepts just about ready to come to market
that are allowing even complete new marketers the opportunity
to tap into fresh, massive markets, build their lists virally and add
distributors and partners to ANY home based program available.
I’m inviting you to also be one of the first to learn about these
new strategies on a VIP Coaching Webinar that is only allowing
a few serious people in to be the first to learn about it…
Visit this site now and watch the videos there… this is some pretty
amazing information and it can help people grow ANY business online
or offline…
www.YourSocialProfits.com
Go ahead and check it out and let me know what you think…
All the best,
Larry Potter
P.S. Look for me on Facebook
It’s Larry here with 2 quick ‘late breaking’ announcements:
First, you no longer have to pass up your first and fourth
paid members with HSA, you now get to keep that $800 !!!
Second, I’ve been invited to be one of the first entrepreneurs to learn
about and teach the unique, viral business building strategies
of Web 3.0 - Social Profit Streams…
These are unique concepts just about ready to come to market
that are allowing even complete new marketers the opportunity
to tap into fresh, massive markets, build their lists virally and add
distributors and partners to ANY home based program available.
I’m inviting you to also be one of the first to learn about these
new strategies on a VIP Coaching Webinar that is only allowing
a few serious people in to be the first to learn about it…
Visit this site now and watch the videos there… this is some pretty
amazing information and it can help people grow ANY business online
or offline…
www.YourSocialProfits.com
Go ahead and check it out and let me know what you think…
All the best,
Larry Potter
P.S. Look for me on Facebook
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Web 3.0 strategies coming
Hey, it's Larry again,
Because you are one of the special people who visit my blog,
I am giving you advanced notice about
http://www.YOURSOCIALPROFITS.COM
You are not only being invited to a strategic coaching call,
rather, you are being invited to attend what we like to call
an IMPLEMENTATION session.
What exactly is an IMPLEMENTATION session, and how will you benefit from it?
Simply put, We are not only going to teach you the newest
strategies for success, but MORE IMPORTANT, we are going to
give you the tools you will need to immediately implement
these new strategies to help you:
Convert more SALES.
Spend less TIME on prospecting activities.
Save MONEY on advertising.
Help your team DUPLICATE your success with less EFFORT on your part.
Make more MONEY by attracting the masses that you've been chasing but not converting.
Register Now At:
http://www.YOURSOCIALPROFITS.COM
Larry Potter
847-872-4047
Because you are one of the special people who visit my blog,
I am giving you advanced notice about
http://www.YOURSOCIALPROFITS.COM
You are not only being invited to a strategic coaching call,
rather, you are being invited to attend what we like to call
an IMPLEMENTATION session.
What exactly is an IMPLEMENTATION session, and how will you benefit from it?
Simply put, We are not only going to teach you the newest
strategies for success, but MORE IMPORTANT, we are going to
give you the tools you will need to immediately implement
these new strategies to help you:
Convert more SALES.
Spend less TIME on prospecting activities.
Save MONEY on advertising.
Help your team DUPLICATE your success with less EFFORT on your part.
Make more MONEY by attracting the masses that you've been chasing but not converting.
Register Now At:
http://www.YOURSOCIALPROFITS.COM
Larry Potter
847-872-4047
Web 3.0 strategies coming
Hey, it's Larry again,
Because you are one of the special people who visit my blog,
I am giving you advanced notice about
http://www.YOURSOCIALPROFITS.COM
You are not only being invited to a strategic coaching call,
rather, you are being invited to attend what we like to call
an IMPLEMENTATION session.
What exactly is an IMPLEMENTATION session, and how will you benefit from it?
Simply put, We are not only going to teach you the newest
strategies for success, but MORE IMPORTANT, we are going to
give you the tools you will need to immediately implement
these new strategies to help you:
Convert more SALES.
Spend less TIME on prospecting activities.
Save MONEY on advertising.
Help your team DUPLICATE your success with less EFFORT on your part.
Make more MONEY by attracting the masses that you've been chasing but not converting.
Register Now At:
http://www.YOURSOCIALPROFITS.COM
Larry Potter
847-872-4047
Because you are one of the special people who visit my blog,
I am giving you advanced notice about
http://www.YOURSOCIALPROFITS.COM
You are not only being invited to a strategic coaching call,
rather, you are being invited to attend what we like to call
an IMPLEMENTATION session.
What exactly is an IMPLEMENTATION session, and how will you benefit from it?
Simply put, We are not only going to teach you the newest
strategies for success, but MORE IMPORTANT, we are going to
give you the tools you will need to immediately implement
these new strategies to help you:
Convert more SALES.
Spend less TIME on prospecting activities.
Save MONEY on advertising.
Help your team DUPLICATE your success with less EFFORT on your part.
Make more MONEY by attracting the masses that you've been chasing but not converting.
Register Now At:
http://www.YOURSOCIALPROFITS.COM
Larry Potter
847-872-4047
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