Pay off debt or save? Mark Anderson shares his thoughts

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FhkAuHJPapI&list=PLkdmM4FPvW0dD3mv2hm-AleAX10G5Z7aO&index=9 Our resident banker, Mark Anderson shares his thoughts on the tough decision of paying off your debt or saving for the future. Hint: It's all about interest rates.  …

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Are you investing in your own development?

Investing in yourself is a critical way to build your career and your finances. However, if after listening to the podcast you are ready to take the leap to be an entrepreneur, take this quiz. Our hosts share their thoughts on the best way to invest in you. That covers: Developing your sales skill set. Understanding your investment portfolio. Knowing about the career outcome you are seeking. And becoming an entrepreneur.

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How can banks make loans easier for the small business sector?

Why are banks loans so hard to come by for the small business sector?  And why has the small business sector not done better financial management to make getting loans easy? The Private Sector Organization of Jamaica (PSOJ) has heard the cries of the small business sector and has pulled together a team of financiers from the credit unions, commercial banking, microcredit lending, and development banking sector.  

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Jason Morris says SME sector leaving millions in #financing on the table

Small business financing is an opportunity that many small businesses are missing Wealth creation is a funny thing.  It is a slow steady process that requires having the right mind set. And for many small businesses who are set on doing things themselves without accountability and transparency, banker Jason Morris says they are leaving millions on the table.  

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The secrets to real estate deals for your budget

Real Estate has always been on the priority list when it comes to money-making. It has been a culture, that we feel our life incomplete without owning a piece of Real Estate. Having a safe roof over our head is what we need; additionally, we can find numerous benefits with Real Estate. This is one of the most important investment decisions that you will ever make in your life.  Before we get into Real Estate strategies, I'm your host Dennise Williams, with Financially Focused. We have a great panel that's going to help us talk about what's happening in the Real Estate market.

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Learn the secrets to wealth building

What is your financial plan for wealth building? Does owning a piece of a company and enjoying part of the profits sound like a way for you to take your money to earn more money? Then the Jamaica Stock Exchange might be a way for your finances to get a lift. Welcome to Financially Focused, I'm your host Dennise Williams. On this programme, we look at the opportunities amidst the challenges that lead to your personal growth and development. It's all about getting the right information to improve your personal economy.

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