Comments on: Ask Mary

By: Mary

Mary — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:11:06 +0000

Peggy,
This is a great opportunity for you to take stock on your skills and find out what you can do from home. For example, If you have writing skills you may be able to freelance during your down time. You get the idea. I know people who operate call centers out of their home. You will need a computer and high speed internet access. The two companies that I am aware of are west.com and alpineaccess.com.
Good luck!
Mary

By: Peggy Rosser

Peggy Rosser — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:33:39 +0000

Hi Mary,

I am a single parent and I would like to work part-time from home evenings and weekends, any suggestions? I work full time M-F, 8:30 to 5:00 p.m.

Thanks,

Peggy R.

By: Mary

Mary — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 22:03:48 +0000

Thanks Ivy. Here you go!
http://livewellnetwork.com/We-Owe-What/feature/Creating-a-Budget/8505263

By: Ivy

Ivy — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 19:15:22 +0000

I caught a short bit about your new show and it said that you could print the blank budget form and I can’t seem to find it. Can you send me one or the link. Thanks

By: Mary

Mary — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:34:55 +0000

Generally this is a very straight forward move. The number one thing you want to be sure of is the tax implications for the rothIRA. You pay the taxes now- get the tax benefit later. Just make sure you can handle the taxes “now” part. An agent should be able to clearly tell you what the steps are in plain english. As a safety, talk to an accountant about the move before you actually do it. Reams of paper work are not unusual in the financial services industry and you are smart to read through it- not enough folks do. But the rolling over of assets like this is very commonplace. But when you are ready make sure you feel you are working with a firm that is guiding you in plain english- if not pick another company to handle the rollover. You DO NOT have to stay with the company that had yourcompany’s 401k- shop around for the firm that treats you the best and educates you the most.

By: Mary

Mary — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:29:33 +0000

You do not need a realtor – you do need to be added to the deed and then to secure the financing. Start talking to mortgage lenders about securing a loan for the balance of your sister’s loan. You may also want to hire a real estate attorney to make sure the transfer of title is done correctly.

By: Mary

Mary — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:27:14 +0000

Start by talking to your bank’s branch manager. Then set out to get the skills required. If you need an advanced degree you can often do it online or at a community college for less. Set your goal and then get informed on what is needed to achieve it.

By: Mary

Mary — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 18:44:48 +0000

I am looking to transfer my company 401 (of which I am no longer employed by) to a traditional IRA then a partial to a ROTH. These are the steps I need to follow as per the financial institution. My question is, they had sent me a 50+ page document to read before I make any move. I have read thru most of it, but am not a finance person. I am nervous about moving forward with this. Should I be or is this the norm?

By: Sophy chhim

Sophy chhim — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 04:38:52 +0000

I live in my sister home for the past two years. I am paying the rent, taxes, home insurance, Hoa fee and now I would like to take over the home loan. Is there an easy way to do this by having the loan change over to my name or do I need to find a realtor? Please help.

By: Aya,

Aya, — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 01:43:07 +0000

I am looking for a job as a Bank teller, but I only have high school diploma whit no previous experience plus English is not my first language. So I’m wondering if you can give any tips that can help me find a job.

Thank you!