Three Ways To Avoid A Claim On A Contractor Bond

A contractor bond is designed to ensure that a project is completed regardless of what happens with the contractor. If the project is not completed, its owner can file a claim and receive financial compensation for the loss that he or she suffered. As a contractor, you want to avoid having a claim filed against you. A claim could result in serious consequences and even put your business in danger. To help you avoid this, here are some ways you can potentially avoid a claim. Read More 

5 Reasons To Go Car Shopping With A Pre-Approved Auto Loan

It's a bit of a joke that buying a new car is as stressful as getting a colon screening, but there may be a bit of truth to this. Dealerships are intimidating, you're unsure about the whole buying process and you wonder if you are getting a good deal on the price and the interest rate. One way to erase a lot of stress and worry from car buying is to get pre-approved for an auto loan first. Read More 

How To Tell If Your Inherited Diamonds Are The Real Thing

If your grandmother left you some diamond jewelry, and you are thinking about selling it, you should make sure they are real diamonds and not paste. It was quite common to sell costume jewelry with paste diamonds back in your grandma's day. She may have just left you with a token of her affection and not really anything of value. Here is how you can know for sure before you try to sell the diamonds. Read More 

Understanding Coin Grading And How Color And Luster Factor In

If you have some antique coins in your possession that are placed in inexpensive mylar or cardboard holders, then it may be in your best interest to have the coins graded and placed in slabs. Slabs are archival holders made from firm, hard, and transparent acrylic. The holders are used to retain the condition of the coin inside so it does not become marred or scratched in any way. The grade of the coin will be printed directly on the slab. Read More 

How to Amend a Revocable Living Trust

If you have a revocable living trust, you may find you need to make amendments. A revocable living trusts allows you to to handle you property as a trustee, and make changes when needed. For example. a birth or death of a beneficiary, selling or buying assets could be a good reason to amend the trust. It isn't hard to amend the trust by following these tips. Find the Original Trust Locate the original trust. Read More