Where to Invest in 2008
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FEATURES
Ricky Carandang: From Brokering Stocks To Breaking News
The former stockbroker is now one of the country’s most popular TV journalists. There is more action in his newfound field, that’s why he’s truly here to deliver more news
By Lynda C. Corpuz
Where to Invest in 2008
This year is expected to be a generally positive one for the country. But not everything is rosy. Find out which sectors and instruments to invest in
By Tina Arceo-Dumlao
First Look At ‘08
What can you expect this year? Our resident stock market expert gives the low down on the major themes in 2008 and what they mean to your investing strategy
By Francisco M. Liboro
Spot the Scam
Many still fall trap for the get-rich-quick schemes that abound today, despite reported cases and heightened efforts to crush them. We outline here reasons why not all that glitters is gold
By Lynda C. Corpuz
Drowning in Debt? Here’s How to Get Out
Bad habits over time have brought you to dire straits. Don’t lose hope: we have a plan to pull you out
By Ruth M. Floresca
How to Be Rich and Happy
It doesn’t take a lot of money to find happiness. And for those who are already wealthy, money really isn’t everything
By Frances Marie Lacuesta
The Home Stretch: How to Have a Golden Retirement
Retirement is exactly what it is —the act of putting on a new set of wheels to allow you to travel further
By Efren Cruz
EASY MONEY
INDEX
ASK THE EXPERTS
RFP Money Makeover
Car Wishes and Condominium Dreams
By Sherwin Chan
Financial Planner
The Money Paradox
By Efren Cruz
Family Finance
5 Ways to Get the Family on the Road to Wealth
By Salve Duplito
MY MONEY STORY
From the Catwalk to the Classroom
After two prolific decades of modeling, this beautiful and familiar face proves her versatility as she gracefully segues into teaching
By Marina Benipayo as told to Regina G. Posadas
Triumph After a Tragedy
A young mother overcomes the tragic loss of her husband and protects her daughter’s future
By Maneth Chan del Rosario as told to Maan Pamaran
Doctor’s Orders
A physician follows his dream and finds success and fulfillment in entrepreneurship By Alvin Matulac as told to Regina G. Posadas
THE BOTTOM LINE
All About Bonds
What you need to know about investing in fixed income securities
By Doris C. Dumlao
Online Stock Trading
You can make money trading stocks from the comforts of home. Here’s how to get you started
By Tina Arceo-Dumlao
E-Banks
Untangle the web of online banking
By Raymond Calbay
SMART SPENDER
Romancing the Food
Restaurant suggestions for Valentine’s Day
By Jennilyn Q. Salvador
10 Things To Look For When Shopping For A Laptop
With prices so affordable, there’s no excuse for you to buy a notebook. Here are the features you should consider
By Jerome Dumlao
Comparing 3G Phones
Forget SMS, MMS, or even HSDPA. 3G is the way to go
By Jerome Dumlao
HERE’S A FINAL TIP
Money Is an Attitude Issue
By Francis J. Kong