It’s a story as old as time itself… One day, some guy in his garage came up with “the ultimate destroying machine.” A couple weeks later, his neighbor came up with “the ultimate destroyer of the ultimate destroying machine.” Modern weapons – and the weapons that destroy those weapons – are only gonna get harder, faster, stronger, quieter… Read More »
Driving down the road the other day, I saw some fuel prices that were well over $4 per gallon. Ok, it was diesel, but even the high-test gasoline was close to $3.80, and regular unleaded was $3.60. And from all indications, it’s going higher (this means we probably won’t be driving out to my mother-in-laws as often, what… Read More »
Updated on November 13, 2024: This post was originally published in 2008 and has been revamped for accuracy, comprehensiveness, and relevancy. Welcome to the complex world of car leasing. You may think of it as a simple process based on those enticing ads, but the reality is a web of contract terms, financial language, and meticulous details. However,… Read More »
If you’ve spent any amount of time watching television, it’s likely you’ve seen the various commercials that purport to have banks and lending companies “compete” to offer you the lowest feasible rate. In the same vein, you may have also stumbled across online banner advertisements, promising unbelievably low monthly payments for mortgages or refinances. Regardless of whether they… Read More »
Hello, dear readers! Just a friendly reminder for those who might need it – Today is Tax Day! Considered one of the most significant dates for us financial folks, especially those of us deeply involved in equipment finance, this day carries considerable importance. If you haven’t already, now’s the time to file your 2007 tax return. If, for… Read More »