Jun 06 2008

If I Had a Structured Settlement, I Could Use It to Pay for Gas

Published at 5:21 am under Personal Finance

Has anyone been to the gas pumps lately? Soon $3 a gallon will be the asking price and well either have to become cyclists or create some additional income. I plan to do both of course because you can balance thrift and greed pretty well as you ride your bike to work.

I only live a few miles from my place of employment so riding my bike there is no big deal. Ive already made a few practice runs, time and safest route. The problem is I live in S. Florida. And you cant stand still and not break into a sweat let alone pedal for 25 minutes.

But Ill find a way. Whatever it takes. As for the additional income side of the equation, I happen to know of a lucrative little program. Its not easy, but if making money was easy plenty of people would be rich. Being a broker for alternative cash flows is a pretty interesting side business. You get to help people, and make money at the same time. I like that.

So alternative cash flows take a number of different forms, from cashing out future settlement, annuity, or lottery payments, to equipment leasing, to business factoring. Two great resources to learn more about these businesses. www.prosperitypartners.com and the American Cashflow Association. Both educate average Joes and corporate executives alike to make money in this secondary finance industry. I personally recommend factoring, and structured settlement cash outs second.

Gas prices are going up, faster than my salary. I need to spend less and make more. If I had a structured settlement, Id cash it in and use it to cover my gas expenses. Not for work travel, because Ill be riding my bike. But my new alternative cashflow customers might appreciate it if I show up in a car and not sweaty profusely on my bike.

Jason Rigler
"Settlement Advocate" and consultant for Prosperity Partners Customer Service Department.

Your Life Insurance Could Be Worth More Than You Think
Many seniors own life insurance policies that they no longer need or want, or that they can no longer afford. Often, they al...

Refinance Mortgage Loan: Your Protection Under the Real Estate Settlement & Procedures Act RESPA
If you are in the process of taking out a mortgage to purchase your home or refinancing your existing mortgage it is importan...

Never Refinance Your Mortgage Loan With a Bank
If you are in the process of refinancing your mortgage loan you might be considering a bank loan to get the job done. While ...

Paving The Way For Bad Credit Mortgage Loans
So you thought that your bad credit line doesnt give you the negotiating space to strike a new home mortgage deal in the fina...

The Welsh Language
The Welsh Language a Celtic Indo-European language (a part of the Brythonic branch) is very much related to Cornish and Breto...

Adjustable Rate Mortgage 101: Mortgage Refinancing with an ARM Loan
If you are considering an Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) to purchase your home or to refinance your existing loan, there are ...

When Is The Best Time To Start Learning A Foreign Language?
This is an often asked question and generally the standard answer is that the optimum age for learning a language is between ...

Check Cashing Services
Commercial banks offer a number of services to their customers, but in recent years, many people have chosen to use check cas...

Tango in New Zealand
Origin:r Tango originated in Buenos Aires in Argentina in the mid-19th century. Over the years, a few variations of Tango hav...

Mortgage Loans: Understanding Rate Locks
Depending on the mortgage lender you choose, you will have several options when it comes to locking-in your interest rates an...

Mortgage Refinancing Online - Beware Computerized Loan Origination Fees
Refinancing your mortgage online can be a quick and easy way to get a new mortgage loan. There are a number of problems with...

Business English And The Curse Of Grammar
Our student is a little nervous about the course hes about to start. English is all very well, and he can see why the boss ha...

How to Compare Mortgage Offers When Refinancing Your Home Loan
If you are in the process of refinancing your home mortgage, comparison shopping can save you money if you go about it correc...

Refinancing With a Mortgage Broker - How to Negotiate for the Perfect Loan
Mortgage brokers can be an excellent resource for refinancing your mortgage if you watch your back. Mortgage brokers have a ...

Los Angeles Mortgage Refinancing - Why You Should Avoid Bank Loans
Home homeowners choose a loan from their bank when its time to refinancing their Los Angeles mortgage. While bank mortgage l...

The Piano Keyboard and the Open Position Chord
Did you know that the piano keyboard is not used to its fullest potential? And that thousands of beginning piano students sta...

Loans And Mortgages - Lower Rates Of Interest
Most people have mortgages. Many people have loans for cars or loans just to get by and it is possible that you are now able ...

Delaware Home Mortgage Loans: 3 Things You Should Know About Mortgages
First time home buyers are typically unfamiliar with the mortgage process. Thus, buying a home may be especially stressful fo...

How to Play Piano in Less Than 1 Hour!
If you're looking for a way to quickly play the piano you're going to love this. Listen... most of you already know that the ...

How To Secure A Debt Consolidation Mortgage Loan
By taking a debt consolidation loan secured by your mortgage, you can actually consolidate your high interest credit card deb...