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History’s First Mention of Money Lending
By Phin Upham Westerners tend to defer their views of money lending to one of two sources. Aristotle, who said that money lending was unnatural and non-productive, and The Bible. The Bible does not explicitly call money lending a sin, but there are several references where Jesus makes clear that the practice is vile and not in accordance with a just and moral society. Yet these references, which so... [Read more]
The Complexities of Calling Philanthropy a Moral Act
By Samuel Phineas Upham If you watch a lot of nature documentaries, you will inevitably come across scenes of something dying alone in the wilderness or getting caught by a predator. The camera crew merely captures this moment while a detached voice narrates the romanticized version of that struggle. The death is simply part of nature, but some of have begun questioning the morality of these camera... [Read more]
Everyone Is Worthy of Receiving Abundance
Written by Dr. Eric Amidi. It’s common to encounter blocks when we are traveling the life path prescribed by the Law of Attraction. In many cases, these blocks are temporary — you may have problems finding a quiet place to work on your positive thoughts, for example. But some of these blocks can be especially limiting and — over time — might make you feel like the whole concept... [Read more]
How to Save for a Home Purchase
A home purchase can seem so far away if you don’t have the money on your right now. When faced with ambiguous goals, it’s easy to say that it’s just not for you and move on to something else. But home ownership is within your grasp! You need a savings plan, that’s true, but there has never been a better time to start the journey of buying a home. Rates are low, and you stand to gain over your... [Read more]
The History of Caesars Palace
This article was written by Phineas Upham That’s not bad grammar, Caesars Palace really is spelled without an apostrophe. Jay Sarno, the creator of the casino/hotel, said that he wanted all of his guests to feel like royalty. He began construction on his hotel in 1962. Sarno relied on many contracting companies to help him craft the exact aesthetic he was looking for from the casino. He wanted fountains,... [Read more]
The Story of WordPress
Written by Phineas Upham Would it surprise you to learn that there is a blogging platform on the Web that accounts for millions of websites and businesses around the Net? That platform is called WordPress, and anyone with a serious interest in eCommerce has most likely encountered it at some point. It is a simple blogging platform with many options for customization. It is also known for its large... [Read more]
The Creative Revolution of the 1960s
Written by Phin Upham Long Before Matthew Weiner ever conceived of the idea of Mad Men, there was a cultural revolution taking place in the offices of Madison Avenue. This stretch of New York City is known for the plethora of top advertising agencies concentrated there. It began at the close of the 1950s, when advertising began to veer away from facts and figures toward crafting narratives. The firm... [Read more]
The Bank Holding Company Act of 1956
Written by Samuel Phineas Upham The financial industry is largely defined by the regulations it must deal with on a daily basis. Banks are able to stay afloat based on how well they adapt to increased regulation, and how they manage to sidestep rules they find unfavorable. Typically, these loopholes are closed by new regulation, but the business model is built on the idea that a bank must factor... [Read more]
How People Cheat on Their Taxes
Most cheating is from deliberate—actual or willful—underreporting of income. This is called tax evasion—the most commonly charged tax crime. A government study found the most underreporting of income was by self-employed restaurateurs, clothing store owners, and—you’ll no doubt be shocked—car dealers. Telemarketers and salespeople came in next, followed by doctors, lawyers (heavens!), accountants... [Read more]
Credit card consolidation – How can you achieve on your own
Guest Post by Steven Robart The amount of debt that you incur on your credit cards is directly proportional to the usage of your credit cards. Thus if you use your credit cards for every purchase and every transaction that you make, it is likely that the amount of your debt keeps increasing. In order to get out of such debts you can use credit card consolidation. This process includes merging your... [Read more]