Grey Basics

Serious freelance writers know their income may come from other sources, not just writing articles for magazines or clients. Ultimately, their freelance writing leads to writing books or e-books for themselves or as ghostwrites. If you decide to ghostwrite e-books and trade paperbacks, consider the following:

If a client hires you as a “work-for-hire” ghostwriter, then the client pays you for your work, and he owns all rights. Make sure: 1) You receive a 50% retainer before you begin the work; and 2) You receive the balance at or right before delivery. That’s it. If the book turns out to be a great success, great! That’s wonderful! You should be extremely proud — but from a distance! To be a successful ghostwriter, you must enjoy your glory as a ghostwriter in the shadows. Many ghostwriters prefer it that way. Read more »

In light of the current credit crisis and general nervousness about the economy, business owners can’t help be concerned about their companies’ future. Of course, there are always businesses that do well in do well in down markets, and I know my bankruptcy attorney friends are busier than ever. But most entrepreneurs I speak with have their eyes fixed on the latest economic indicator reports.

And while business may slow for some of us, if you are creative, a down economy creates opportunities for entrepreneurial businesses. For example, down economies create price sensitivity. Prospective clients who have been loyal to their existing service providers may reconsider working with an entrepreneurial company or small firm that has better rates. Read more »

Compensation is a complex area and is equally complex for your legal representative. For them to achieve a maximum payout they need you to have followed a specific set of guidelines.

Whilst each compensation claim is different, there are similarities. Let’s take personal injury as an example. If you have been involved in a car accident your legal representative needs you to have followed a procedure following the accident. If you choose your own path and do what you think is appropriate, the difference in claim could be 10,000 to 20,000 lower in value. Read more »

It is hard to believe but a person can easily make thousands of dollars each month while sitting in his own home. Thanks to the World Wide Web, ecommerce businesses are on the boom. Every single person can work an online job. All you need is the basic knowledge of running a computer and that is it. No more driving on average 2-3 hours a day to and from work. There is no better feeling than making tons of money a year right in the comfort of your own home. Read more »

A home renovation or remodel project may include the exterior of your house, one or more rooms and an addition or two. No matter what the scope, renovating your home is sure to be painful if you aren’t prepared.

Start by defining the scope of the remodel project. Decide what areas of your home that you would like to have renovated. Put together a wish list of what you want included in the project. What you can and cannot do will be, in part, decided by your finances. Read more »