Doug and Tammie discuss how some countries are spending their money and where the US compares as a whole. Though the chart, created by the Data Team with The Economist, may be lacking in how countries are taxed or not taxed it is an interesting glimpse into the wallet of a few of the countries […]
Mike Grasso Re/Max Properties West
Doug and Tammie are joined in the studio with Mike Grasso, Real Estate Agent with Re/Max Properties West. He has been a Realtor for 19 years and lending professional for more than 13 years. A St. Louis native, Mike attended John F. Kennedy High School, received a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Missouri State University […]
Negotiation Strategies with Merle Schneider
Merle Schneider, Co- Owner Broker with Schneider Real Estate, joins Doug and Tammie to talk about the negotiation strategies in work and in personal life. As we may already know conflict adds to one’s tensions and anxiety. It is better to discuss things and reach to an alternative benefitting all. Issues must not be dragged unnecessarily […]
How To Negotiate and Work With Family and Friends
Tips to manage threats to your family business: Clearly define the goals of the company and make sure everyone is on the same page. Outline each family employee’s role and responsibilities and hold them accountable. Keep an open line of communication at all times. Address all concerns quickly and in a non-emotional manner. Create a […]
Should I Sell My Home During The Holidays?
Should I sell my home during the holidays? This is a question on the minds of many home owners. There is no clear cut and dry answer as everyone’s personal circumstances are different. Selling a home during the holidays however, was once something that very few people did. The argument was that there were less […]
How much did Clark Griswold spend on Christmas lights!
Image credit: Warner Brothers Thanks to our friend Andy Prescott for doing all the research on this subject! http://artofbeingcheap.com/christmas-lights/ Griswold Christmas Lights Audio: Segment 1
Financial Baggage Part 2: Millionaire Myths
Here are seven millionaire myths*, and the real facts about the ones who seem to have it all. Millionaires Don’t Pay Their Taxes Fact: It is estimated that millionaires, those in the top 1% of earners, pay about 40% of all taxes. Current tax regulation shifts may change these numbers to make this even larger […]
Money Mentality: What is your financial baggage?
Remember the show Money Pit? Did the Fielding’s aka Tom Hanks and Shelly Long carry forward their money baggage from their past? Have you ever wanted something so bad you are willing to believe the con? Doug and Tammie are joined by their son Derek to discuss what financial baggage people carry around. The discussion challenges […]
Commercial Real Estate with Greg Schowe
Born and raised on the family farm in east central Missouri, Greg knew at an early age the definition of hard work and an honest living. After high school Greg applied the traits learned on the farm and enlisted in the U.S. Navy for 6 ½ years. After military life Greg decided to pursue the […]
1031 Tax Deferred Exchange with Greg Schowe
Greg Schowe with United Country Real Estate- Commercial joins Doug and Tammie in the studio to help shed some light on the 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange opportunity for investors. The payment of income or capital gain tax on the sale of property can be voluntary thanks to Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code which […]
