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I'm a real estate agent and investor living in Brooklyn, NY and working in four of the five boroughs. I've lived here over 10 years. I have an Economics degree from the University of Michigan.

My hobbies are acting, medieval history and writing. I have no pets

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Education > Education (Other) What place do libraries have in our education system today, considering the rise in Internet-based research?: 2 of 73
The Internet has given public libraries a chance to revitalize themselves and make themselves more relevant to the communities they serve. The result has been greatly improved offerings in convenience and education.The biggest breakthrough has been libraries' moving their catalogs on-line. A group of people who previously did... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Culture & Community Growing older and still playing video games: 6 of 49
I have spent the last three and a half years struggling to build a business. So far I haven't had a moment yet where I had both money in my pocket and the prospect of enough future income that I could afford a nice long vacation. Once, after a big sale, I treated myself to a nice massage. It was great, but it was also over in... More..
Home & Garden > Buying & Selling Homes Guide to selling without an agent: 1 of 5
As a full time real estate agent, people look at me strangely when I encourage them to attempt to sell their property by themselves. An agent pass up money? The truth is that 75% of people who attempt to sell their home by owner list it with an agent within six weeks. The most frequently given reasons for this change of heart... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections on real life heroes: 48 of 169
A personal hero to me is someone who provides inspiration to step outside the comfort zone. Stepping outside the comfort zone means taking a risk for greatness that may not play out, and having the personal strength to see through the trials that will inevitably come. The result, though perhaps not what was intended, is life-... More..
Sports & Recreation > Football (Other) The role of the offensive line in football: 2 of 7
The football offensive line underpins the success of a team's offense. Offensive linemen rarely get the adulation that quarterbacks, running backs and wide receivers receive. Their battles are constant, and their victories more subtle. Success is often measured by what didn't happen: the quarterback was not sacked, the tailb... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political & Economic Theory The definition of an economic depression: 1 of 3
Depression is an economic term used to describe a prolonged or severe downturn in economic activity. Depressions have a more moderate counterpart recession that is a normal part of the business cycle of a free market economy. Recessions that linger or are exacerbated by extreme circumstances become characterized as depression... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Economic News How can I do any banking if I abandon all banks due to lack of trust?: 5 of 11
Living without banks is hardly an easy task. Banks are intertwined into everything we do. But we can eliminate or reduce bank involvement in our lives. Here are some alternatives for paying bills, preserving capital and getting credit when needed:CARRYING MONEY AND PAYING BILLSStaying away from banks could mean carrying wads ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics, News & Issues (Other) Why we should have unrestricted immigration in the US: 2 of 3
Three Great Reasons for the United States to Liberalize Immigration Policy1. Immigrants spend money.Anyone who has studied economics knows that our free market economy is based on consumption. When rate of consumption by the drops, the economy falters. That's where the new blood comes in handy. Demand for housing keeps rents ... More..
Education > College Courses & Majors What you can do with a bachelor's degree in economics: 2 of 3
When I first told my mother that I was going to major in economics, her concern was that I couldn't get a job anywhere but at the Federal Reserve. "No one really needs economists, and you're not even getting good grades! You might never get a job with that degree!"Let's be real here: you can "do" anything you want with a degr... More..
Personal Finance > Investing (Other) Investing in sports: "Are you ready for some football?": 2 of 3
Paint your face and fire up the grill for the classic fall tradition: gridiron football! Who has time to crunch the numbers on investment opportunities? Luckily it's possible to mix business and pleasure. Here are some stocks that feed your football passion and might pad your wallet at the same time.If your nosebleed seats ma... More..