Real Estate

Insider Secrets to Investing in Real Estate in Nicaragua

Word spreads: “Nicaragua is the new Costa Rica” but with prices 45-55% lower than its neighbor to the south. Nicaragua is truly recovering from its troubled and often misunderstood past, and beginning to transform itself into a sought-after tourism and investment destination. Misconceptions still persist, but in many ways that only increases the opportunity that Nicaragua offers.

The democratically elected government of Nicaragua is showing great capacity for reform in line with its commitment to a free market economy. The country is booming and tourism is now the number one industry, up more than 19% in 2005, even considering an unprecedented year in 2004. There is a real buzz in the air for this land of opportunity. Whether you’re looking for a vacation or retirement destination, a place to start a business, or a place to invest for the future, Nicaragua is definitely worth considering.

How much is good real estate information worth?

Knowledge of the market based on basic facts and trends, rather than hype and hype (in both directions), can make the difference between a good investment and a great one. The objective of this article is to capture the essence of the successful real estate investor in Nicaragua. We have consolidated the experience of hundreds of investors and identified seven successful strategies to successfully invest in real estate in Nicaragua.

We hope this encourages more investors to take the first step to confidently explore real estate opportunities outside of their home countries. Although imbued with a Nicaraguan flavor for the purposes of this article, many of the principles and steps highlighted in this article will also be valid in other investment destinations and contexts.

Seven successful strategies to invest in real estate in Nicaragua

1. Understand the link between tourism and real estate

Tourism generated nearly $200 million in 2005, according to the Nicaraguan government, more than any other industry in its $5 billion economy. Current projections indicate that by 2007 there will be more than a million visitors to the country. The visitor profile has shown a marked shift from budget tourists to more affluent and sophisticated travellers, with high-end hotels in tourist areas showing consistently high occupancy.

There is a strong relationship between the leisure and vocational markets and the market for second homes and nursing homes. The areas that attract the most tourism are also generating the highest levels of real estate activity. For certain real estate products, the link between tourism and real estate is particularly direct and immediate. Pelican Eyes…Piedras y Olas, the highest quality hotel in San Juan del Sur, with occupancy levels well above industry standards since its opening, offers investors the possibility of buying a villa or duplex unit and participate in the income generated by the hotel.

2. Know where you are in an ownership cycle

Nicaragua has seen considerable price increases in recent years. We have calculated percentage changes in serviced lot prices between 2002 and 2005 for seven well-known real estate developments in the Pacific that have been active during this period (most developments are newer) and are still selling properties. During this period, prices have risen an average of 87%. Unimproved colonial houses in Granada have increased by about 25% per year for the last three years. These price hikes indicate that Nicaragua is already on the map as an investment destination, the positive trend in prices has begun, but we are just seeing the beginnings of a “second wave” of investors: the early retirement and retirement market.

Speculators still make up a sizeable proportion of investors, but an increasing number of early retirement/retirement and second home buyers are emerging. Much has been made of the baby boomer generation when looking at future buying trends in many markets around the world. Baby boomers began turning 50 in 1996, and 78 million of them began entering their period of highest earnings and highest discretionary dollars. It is said that over the next 20 years, the baby boomer generation will likely constitute the largest potential market in history for real estate products, especially second homes and timeshare/fractional ownership deals.

The real estate product on offer has also evolved from simple lot sales (sold primarily to speculative buyers) to turnkey products with sophisticated facilities and services for long-term investors and the retirement market. Steady growth in condo builds and sales has been evident for 18 months and is accelerating.

3. Follow trends, not events

Most of the foreign investment in the real estate and tourism sectors in Nicaragua is concentrated in the southwestern part of the country. To take the Pacific coast as an example, in conjunction with Calvet & Associates, we have cataloged over 70 developments in the Pacific marketing to foreign buyers between El Tránsito and the Costa Rican border. The southwest of the country also includes the colonial city of Granada, Lake Nicaragua, and the beautiful Laguna de Apoyo crater lake.

Several investors are looking for areas where there is less activity, for example, waterfront areas further north. Prices may be lower in the northern part of the coast, but for a reason, and it is important that investors take this into account before buying a property. The southwest coast has more dramatic geography, whiter sand beaches, richer biodiversity, better surfing, safer swimming areas, and refreshing lake and ocean breezes, and yes, a more recent investment drive, too. This is not to say that there will not be price appreciation and development in the more northerly beach areas, but a significant price differential is likely to remain in the future.

4. Build a good network

Investors often complain about market information overload and building a good network will allow you to triangulate and contextualize the information you receive. It’s no wonder that, given the hype around the real estate market, a lot of stories and hype are being told. Do your due diligence, work with real estate agents who know the market, learn from the pros, and be skeptical of claims that you can trade your property for 100% more” when International Living investors come to town in a few weeks. “.

A good tip is to buy only what you see. Decide what you think the inherent value of the property you are looking at is. Do not factor in the “new coastal road”, “new airport”, “new Marriott” in the price. Certainly not if you are investing for the short term. Coldwell Banker Nicaragua has a network of attorneys, project managers, master planners and investment analysts who have a long history of advising investors on the acquisition and development of real estate in Central America; these are independent third parties who can provide advice without emotional foundation.

5. Due diligence in everything

More specifically, retain competent legal representation and purchase title insurance. Nicaragua has a particularly complex title history and some buyers who have not done enough research on the title history of the purchased property are now embroiled in difficult legal problems. Several real estate developers try to persuade buyers to use their own legal team for property purchases. Our advice is to hire an independent attorney to at least review (if not draft) the purchase contract you are signing and advise you to check the title history of the property.

Coldwell Banker Nicaragua recommends that investors take out a title insurance policy. Other real estate agents do not recommend title insurance as the due diligence that occurs can slow down the buying process and raise difficult questions. Pursuing title insurance will force your attorney to dig many years back into the history of the property you are purchasing and follow a series of criteria in your report. If you are purchasing parcels of untreated land outside of a development, your due diligence list should be longer and will cover infrastructure issues, environmental issues, and development permits.

6. Invest with confidence, develop with awareness

This is the slogan of the Nica Dev campaign run by Donn Wilson, a developer, entrepreneur, and surfer who has made San Juan del Sur his home. Nica Dev recognizes that real estate investors are entering another country and have an obligation to respect the land, the people and the environment. When you arrive in Nicaragua, the impression you get is of a warm nation that welcomes international visitors. For this warm feeling to last in the future, local Nicaraguans must also benefit from the real estate and tourism activity that is developing in the country.

Las Fincas, a development aligned with the Nica Dev campaign, is designed with sustainable development principles built in. For example, a basic solar power setup is provided for all who purchase, and the project runs a number of active community outreach projects that feature highly effective, yet low-cost, low-tech solutions for cooking and purifying drinking water. Skills and suppliers for low-impact construction with things like rainwater capture, composting and recycling, hard to find 18 months ago, are now available in the country. Coldwell Banker Nicaragua is launching its own campaign to generate funds for the Nica Dev fund, as well as other projects that our clients are involved with here in Nicaragua. We will give our clients the opportunity to contribute to selected projects at closing.

7. Become an expert in investing in real estate in Nicaragua… before you invest

Coldwell Banker Nicaragua Real Estate has launched a series of concise buyer information sessions to help investors interested in the real estate market in Nicaragua in their decision making. The reports highlight real estate hotspots, analyze market trends, and establish good-value investment opportunities.

Shopping Product Reviews

Sage 100 – Is rebranding really a good strategy for an established accounting software brand?

As part of its rebranding strategy, Sage announced in October 2011 that its MAS 90, MAS 200, and MAS 200 SQL product lines will now be called Sage 100. This is a new branding strategy for the company in an effort to align its product brand in North America with its UK-based European division. With a wide range of product lines, the enterprise software giant wants to streamline all of its software solutions under its company name, which is Sage. For the company, this is an excellent strategy, but does it really create a positive impact for its partners and end users?

Analyzing the rebranding strategy from a marketing point of view

The brand is one of the most crucial factors in identifying a product. It takes a lot of effort to establish a brand. This includes building a positive reputation for a brand that creates identity for a certain product and separates it from its competitors. Experts believe that a well-established brand should not change easily as it can create a huge impact in the market. In the case of Sage’s leading ERP solutions, namely MAS 90, MAS 200 and MAS 200 SQL, changing their names to a suite of products known as Sage 100, as expressed by many partners, is not a smart move.

The term MAS stands for Master Accounting Series. This is the top of the line accounting software since the early 1990s, capturing a huge market share in both Europe and America. Over the years, it went beyond its accounting functionality and evolved into enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. That said, the MAS product lines have not only established themselves as a brand for over 20 years, but have also captured a significant share of the ERP market. The brand name has already been sponsored and endorsed by CPAs, bookkeepers, IT and business professionals in many countries. It has also laid a solid foundation in the industry and changing the name could create a bit of confusion. MAS customers will continue to search for and use the term MAS instead of Sage 100 whenever they talk about the product.

Rebranding Affects Partners’ Search Engine Marketing

Because ERP software is a very expensive product, software resellers (partners) choose the business-to-business (B2B) marketing strategy to distribute the software to customers, who are mostly small and medium-sized businesses. The sales cycle can sometimes take anywhere from a few months to over a year to close. Because of this, most MAS resellers take advantage of SEO to market the product over the internet. The MAS 90 and MAS 200 brands are already optimized as keywords on many websites and changing them to Sage 100 can hurt your SEO efforts and market visibility on the internet.

Any SEO professional knows that optimizing keywords to rank high in search engine searches takes a lot of effort. Changing the name to Sage 100 means these software resellers have to start from scratch and optimize for a new keyword. Selling software online through SEO is one of the main strategies of many large resellers and this rebranding strategy can make a big impact.

The new rebranding strategy

Sage 100 Standard will now be the new name for MAS 90, Sage 100 Advance will now be the new name for MAS 200, which is a client-server version of MAS90, and Sage 100 Premium will be the new name for MAS 200 SQL. However, the functionality and features of these solutions will not change, except as normal with updates and upgrades.

It would be like General Motors saying that we no longer want to call it Corvette but the new name will be C-100. Sorry, but people will still be looking for a Corvette, not a C-100, no matter how much you want it. Even when Microsoft acquired Great Plains, Solomon, Navision, and Axapta, they did some rebranding of Microsoft per se, but still kept the name intact because the names were already known to the general public. (ie Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains or Dynamics GP for short).

Is this rebranding a really good strategy for an established brand? Only Sage Software and resellers can tell. If the company will lose market share and resellers will decrease their income, this shows that it is a bad move. The new Sage 100 product lines will ship beginning in October 2012, and only after that date will answers be found.

Sports

#3 USC Trojan Preview

Fall camps are underway and the regular season is here soon, which means getting an early jump on the 2006 NCAA football season. Knowing the teams now will save you time, and Matt Fargo is here to help you understand. what to expect next year. We go from worst to first in this 2006 college football preview.

#3 – USC Trojans 12-1 SU; 6-7 ATS

Fargo’s Take Any other team that loses the trio of Matt Leinart, Reggie Bush and LenDale White would be in for a year long rebuild. At USC, however, there is no longer reconstruction, but recharging. The Trojans are certainly the most vulnerable they have been in years, but talent abounds and another National Championship run is in their future. The young offense could be overshadowed by the defense that had a rare offseason in 2005. A resurgence of that defense will make the transition of key players on offense go smoothly. Leading the offense will be standout setup man John David Booty, who has just 42 collegiate pass attempts under his belt. The ground game is even murkier now that two projected starters are out for the season with injuries. The offensive line and the receiving body are the strengths of the Trojans. If there’s a year USC doesn’t win the Pac Ten, it’s that year. There is a lot of balance in that conference and several teams can beat the Trojans any day. But until that happens, the Trojans remain on top.

Returning starters on offense: 4 Booty beat out Mark Sanchez, another prep star, for the starting quarterback position and both have the ability to be as good as their predecessors Carson Palmer and Leinart. Obviously, it will take some time for him to get comfortable on offense and that’s where the running game comes in. Projected starter at running back Hershel Dennis and projected starter at fullback Brandon Hancock are gone for the season. Hancock’s injury means Ryan Powdrell, who was moved to running back, must return to running back. Junior Chauncey Washington is the possible starter now. The offensive line replaces three starters, but there’s solid depth throughout the two-depth chart. Wide receivers Dwayne Jarrett and Steve Smith come together to form the best combo in the Pac Ten and will take some of the pressure off Booty because of his reliability. USC was the best in the country in total offense last season, but with the numerous losses, that will no doubt go down. Booty’s game decides how much.

Returning starters in defense – 6 After finishing third in scoring defense and sixth in total defense in 2004, the Trojans dropped to 35th and 48th respectively last season and head coach Pete Carroll hired Nick Holt from Idaho to take over. defensive coordinator position. Carroll was in charge of defense before and now with a dedicated coach, the unit should regain its dominance. Six starters are back on the defense that enters the season ranked number one in the Pac Ten thanks to superior defensive line and linebacker units. The Trojans have six players out of the seven forwards within the All-Pac Ten 1st, 2nd and 3rd teams which shows how much strength they have. The weakness, if you can call it that, is in the secondary, where three starters must be replaced. Don’t worry though, as three players are also on those All-Pac Ten lists led by cornerback Josh Pinkard. The Trojans allowed 41 and 42 points in two of their last three games last season after allowing no more than 28 in all of 2004. Expect more of those last in 2006.

Schedule With the Pac Ten growing stronger from top to bottom, the Trojans have more teams that can give them a challenge. The good news for them this season is that the three toughest teams, California, Arizona St. and Oregon, must come to the LA Coliseum this year. The toughest road game in the conference could be Arizona or UCLA in the season finale. The non-conference portion of the slate is tough, starting with a road game against a revenge-minded Arkansas followed by a home game against an improved Nebraska. The final non-conference game doesn’t come until late November, but it’s nice since Notre Dame pays a visit. Playing Oregon, California and Notre Dame in back-to-back weeks is a brutal stretch, but they’re all at home, where USC has won 27 straight games.

You can bet on… This is still the best-trained, most talent-rich team in the country and if the Trojans can get through some of the tough early games, they could be peaking by the end of the year when the meat of the league kicks in. schedule. Three of the first four games are away from home, which doesn’t help most young teams, but this isn’t your everyday young team. USC has been a dominant force in the Pac Ten under Carroll, going 27-13 ATS in conference play. It’s starting to trend the other way, though, as the Trojans are just 8-8 compared to the number they’ve been the past two years and with plenty of potential bumps in the road this year, a sub-conference record is possible. .500. Trojans will be overrated as they have been in each of the last two campaigns.

Technology

Make the most of your vacation

If you’re heading to the Sunshine State on vacation, there are a number of things you should try to fit into your travel itinerary. Even if you’ve spent numerous vacations here, there are always ways to make it better. For starters, make sure your favorite hotel isn’t under construction. You should also make sure there is no construction going on in the immediate area. Dealing with masonry contractors or masonry contractors in South Florida can result in a noisy and messy ride. If you’re looking to get away and relax, the last thing you want is to wake up at the crack of dawn to construction noise. There’s also no need to navigate construction sites when trying to get from one place to another from your hotel. If you’re staying somewhere new or a family favorite, call ahead and make sure the area is a construction-free zone during your stay.

One of the best things to do while on vacation is to visit a water park. They are all over the state and it is a great way to get out in the sun and enjoy the fun of swimming. Water parks often have slides, wave pools, lazy rivers, and more. There really is something for everyone, no matter how bold or shy they are. Parents love water parks because they keep kids busy for hours and allow them to watch the kids and have fun. Regardless of where you are in the state, there is sure to be a water park nearby.

The state has two Major League Baseball teams, several minor league teams and, during spring training, is home to about half of all MLB teams. While you’re in town, be sure to catch a baseball game. The season begins in mid-February, when teams make the trip into the warm weather and sun to play exhibition games in preparation for the regular season. The season continues through early October and sometimes later into the fall for both Major League teams.

If you’re staying near the beach or at a hotel with a pool, spend some time lounging in the sun. Sunbathing has gotten a bad rap over the years due to the dangers of skin disease, but sitting in the sun doesn’t have to be dangerous. The sun helps your body process vitamin D and calcium, so you may feel more energized after an afternoon relaxing in its warmth. Put sunscreen on sensitive areas to avoid burning, and wear a hat or sunglasses to protect your eyes.

After a day at the water park, playing a ball game or relaxing in the sun, head out for a delicious seafood meal. The state is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, making it one of the number one seafood destinations in the entire country. From shrimp to crabs to snails, you can find just about any seafood option in the area. Best of all, there are plenty of restaurants that know how to prepare and serve seafood with a fresh, local twist.

Business

After decades of conditioning, India is realigning itself with the culture of entrepreneurship

Globally, entrepreneurship has become a key driver for job creation. As policymakers grapple with economic uncertainty and cultural shifts, the big corporations that traditionally created jobs are dying to the ground. Between 2003 and 2013, 712 companies disappeared from the Fortune 1000. It can be safely extrapolated that very few Fortune 1000 companies will exist in another 30 or 40 years. However, a new generation of innovators and daring in the form of entrepreneurs is starting to line up on the horizon of the business world. According to a report by the Kauffman Foundation, industrial-age companies in the US laid off more jobs than they created, in contrast to high-growth startups that created the most new jobs in 2000 and 2010. Facebook is credited with creating 4.5 million. new jobs, directly and indirectly. This global trend makes a strong case for supporting Indian start-ups and entrepreneurs as a means of creating jobs in the future.

However, it is even more important to create a support system that ensures the survival of startups beyond the first five years. In other words, once invested in a start-up, the return on investment (ROI) can only be assured when the investment finds more support. This is critical as 70 to 95 percent of new businesses fail or go out of business, resulting in disproportionately high job destruction. Studies have shown that 47 percent of the jobs created by start-ups are eliminated by exits in the first five years. It is the surviving 53 percent of companies that experience rapid growth and generate extensive job creation.

This means that government policy must be tailored to practical needs, while also addressing the problem areas of Indian entrepreneurs. Policy must address: financing to make it more readily available to entrepreneurs; build a large group of experienced mentors and advisors who provide input around labor and resource management, legal and marketing, partnerships, and technology; and provide mechanisms to improve access to local and global markets.

It is obvious that supporting entrepreneurship is a medium to long term approach. The question that needs to be answered is: what type of entrepreneurship should be prioritized for support to ensure success and subsequent job creation? Today’s market has become hyper-competitive. Just take a look around you. There are more options available to consumers and business buyers than ever before. There are new business models that do not require buyers to own products or commit in advance to subscribing to long-term services. Delivery systems have changed, allowing companies to reach customers in remote locations and new markets, breaking down geographical and political barriers. Entrepreneurs are innovating to birth entirely new businesses with little capital like Uber, Ola, Airbnb, Oyo Rooms, Zomato, Foodpanda, PayPal and Paytm. These businesses are reshaping entire industries, forcing traditional players to rethink their strategies.

Igniting the entrepreneurial spirit and sustaining it is also a long-term task. Not everyone is blessed with the DNA of entrepreneurship. It is necessary to foster a culture of free enterprise. Today, one of the nations that has taken positive steps toward creating such a culture is the US, where 1,600 universities offer more than 2,200 courses that ‘train’ students in entrepreneurship. These courses build knowledge through academic study, hands-on industry experience through apprenticeship programs, entrepreneurship clubs, boot camps, and access to investor networks and support systems. Education, without a doubt, is a way to ensure higher success rates for entrepreneurs. In India, we need to create cost-effective and scalable educational models that help reach students through video and mobile technology on MOOC platforms that transform teaching into learning, thereby eliminating the need for massive armies of instructors and trainers.

Lastly, a substantial demographic in the form of Indian women remains untapped. Of all entrepreneurs in the country, only 10 percent are women. Yet even within this small number, women entrepreneurs from India (Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Sulajja Motwani and Ekta Kapoor, to name a few) have been in the spotlight. Significantly, a Dow Jones study has confirmed that startups with female executives have a higher chance of success. What they need to be successful is education, professional training, access to finance, and interaction with entrepreneurs and buyers from around the world. According to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the annual growth of the Indian economy could improve by 2.4% if the country implements pro-gender policies.

Historically, Indian society and the educational system have focused on creating doctors, lawyers, accountants, etc. These professionals are a must. But after decades of conditioning, the nation is realigning itself with corporate culture. We are on the cusp of business success. This opportunity should not be lost due to a lack of world-class policies and support systems.

Home Kitchen

Traps for racing lofts

As you may know, there are many different types and styles when it comes to traps for your loft. Some work great for racing, others not so much. Here I will discuss four different types of traps and let you know which ones are best for your racing pigeons.

A loss trap is a fantastic trap. It consists of multiple screens, so that only one pigeon can enter at a time, and on top of that there is a locking mechanism that locks the pigeon there, until the fancier opens it, and allows the pigeon to enter the loft. Works great for pigeon racing.

A bob trap is a great idea, but for carrier pigeons it doesn’t work as well as some of the others. The bob trap is a very simple design. The trap like a door that only turns in one direction, with rods or springs. So the pigeon has to push it to get in, and then the door closes behind them, locking them in. As you can see, the pigeon may hesitate to open the door, which will cost you valuable time, time that a door cannot waste. So, like I said, it’s not the best choice for a homing pigeon trap.

An open door trap is another trap with a simple design. This trap has a hinged door that can be opened, closed or half open. Depending on what you’re using it for. This trap will allow pigeons to enter and go directly to their nest. It’s great, especially for training, and works well for racing, but I personally prefer the stall trap.

The sputnik trap is the last trap I will talk about today. It is much more complex than the others, if you buy it, it will also cost you more. But it has its advantages. It’s like an all-in-one package. There are different variations of the sputnik trap, but most of them consist of a trap, a landing board, some kind of birdhouse. They work well, but if money is an issue it may not be the best option as it has things you may not need. However, the trap itself works fine.

In general, in my opinion, a stall trap works best for racing pigeons, there is no doubt when the pigeons fall into the trap. And they’re locked so you can easily remove the counter. It is quite simple, but extremely effective. But try a couple and find out for yourself which you prefer for your homing pigeon trap!

Digital Marketing

Mobile app development technology and the changing roles of developers

Mobile technology has been keeping people connected for many years, from pagers to the latest smartphones. Today, companies are forced to move away from the desktop and cloud perspective to gain a foothold in a more personal customer space through mobile. Most of today’s marketers have imagined that the place of mobile will be at the top of their marketing initiatives. People who work and are also tech savvy have started spending most of their time on their smartphones.

The rise of mobile applications has increased the profitability of companies that have managed to create incredibly important and entertaining applications. According to a survey, the consumption of mobile applications has already crossed the consumption of Internet browsing. According to US statistics, more than 80 million unidentified usage sessions are logged every day across all mobile platforms.

Furthermore, according to the data related to behavioral patterns for the use of mobile devices, Android and iOS users are the highest. The data also included some interesting aspects:

Most people have been using apps, especially during the late afternoon and early evening hours. According to the study, ads are mostly clicked during the morning hours.

The most popular time for users to spend time on mobile is on weekends, when 40% of time is spent using and downloading mobile apps.

iPhone and Android mobiles are mostly popular and have the highest market share in the US, UK and Japan.

Mobile app usage is forecast to grow 91% compared to last year’s figures. Most of the native browsers have incorporated new improvements. The new iOS 5 has easily outperformed Windows Phone Mango and the previews have been solid throughout.

Developers have managed to change their attitude appropriately in the changing scenario for mobile development. Developers who excel at app development have progressed by leaps and bounds due to their proficiency and have achieved dominance on more than one mobile platform. Most of the offshore development companies that used to focus on software development have migrated to mobile app development due to the lucrative prospects. Also, most of the mobile apps focus on famous software solutions and mobile websites even promote important web and mail services that are popular all over the world.

Solution providers have always felt the need for tools and technologies that can help them deploy applications of a similar nature simultaneously across multiple platforms. There are too many mobile app platforms but only few of them rule root. Most of the smartphone buyers are unaware of the pros and cons of each mobile platform and therefore only the most popular ones win the market. iOS and Android are at the top of the ladder, while former leader Symbian and corporate-focused Blackberry follow suit.

Most of the development companies and app developers have even turned to Appcelerator to create mobile apps that can adapt to different platforms. Appcelerator Titanium has been useful for developers who need a common platform for the application development process and adheres to the ideal standards for all platforms.

Relationship

Stay home dad survival tip #28: how to find and develop your child’s gift

One of the most challenging aspects of parenting can be taking care of your child’s interests. As your child gets older, she will begin to exhibit traits that are an indicator of what her interests are. I believe that we are all created with a purpose and our job as parents is to guide our children in the direction that will best help them become who they should be, to find their destiny.

Each child has an interest and a different way of expressing it. In my house there is a budding music producer, a born journalist, an athlete and an artist. Talk to your child or children; ask them what kinds of things interest them. I’ve found that usually by the age of 10 or 11, most kids have a general idea of ​​what they’d like to do. The easiest way to find this out is to ask a question like this: “If you could do anything in the world that you wanted to do that wasn’t cruel or illegal, and you got paid to do it and it would be fun.” …what would you do?” By the middle school years, your child has an idea of ​​what he or she really likes. Find out what this activity or interest is and find activities in your area that you can use to develop this interest.

There are many things that can be bought at thrift stores or obtained for free. My 13-year-old son wants to be an animator. I was able to find an older version of Adobe Flash for him off of Craigslist, for free. There’s no need to spend $600 for the latest version of software when a little searching can yield cheaper results. I also found a weight bench at the thrift store for under $30.00 for my 18 year old son when he was weight training for football. For my budding music producer, I found an old keyboard that someone was about to throw away and ordered it. All it needed were batteries. Now children themselves have learned how to be resourceful and look for articles that can be easily downloaded or viewed on the Internet at no cost.

I know it can be quite hectic going from dance classes to art, to minor league and football practices, music lessons, etc., so some strategic planning is necessary if you have multiple children, especially if you are single. relative. Find other parents in the area whose children are attending the same activities and share the load.

Most importantly, you have to be interested and supportive. You can’t decide for your child what his gift or talent is. You can’t push them into what you want their gift to be, or minimize what they want to do. There is nothing more frustrating than throwing your frustrated desires and achievements at your child. I know there are a lot of men (and women too) who really like sports, but just because you have a son or daughter who may have a great athletic build, you can’t force athleticism on your child. He or she may not want to do that. Don’t put your frustration at not achieving what you would have wanted on the sports field on your child. You may have the next business tycoon or president of the United States. It’s not about what you want them to do so you can look good and show off; it’s about what they want to do…what they were created to do. Actually, you should brag because they are your children. If your son wants to be a dancer and you play for the NFL… so what? Let me do it. he is not you. He is a product OF you but he is NOT you.

I have talked to many parents who struggle with this. Just because you have an Olympic gold medal or a Super Bowl ring doesn’t mean your child should do the same. For example, President George Bush’s daughter, Laura, loved reading books and wanted to be a school teacher. She had no desire to be a lawyer. Her parents supported her.

Our children are not necessarily going to do what we do, because they are not us. But we can influence them in a positive way, and with our support, they will be successful in everything they do. You should do this because you never want your children to feel like they are letting you down with their career choices.

A child who grows into an adult feeling dissatisfied because he pursued his dreams instead of his own will be very frustrated as an adult. A child whose dreams are crushed and discouraged will find adult life more challenging than it should be. He wanted to be a fashion designer. I was invited and visited by the representatives of a prestigious design school, but they laughed at me and put me off. They told me “Those kinds of things are for sissies.”

Let your child show you and teach you what his interest is, support him 100%. Communicate with your children and come up with a game plan early on to ensure your children’s success.

Health Fitness

Quick ways to eat more fiber

Getting fiber in our body is very important as it helps prevent constipation and control our weight. It can also help prevent some diseases such as high cholesterol, diabetes, heart disease, and some types of cancer.

The recommended amount of fiber needed per day is 25 to 38 grams. Most people eat less than 15 grams a day. The Institute of Medicine recommends that men under 50 eat 38 grams and women 25 grams. Adults over 50 years, men 30 grams and women 21 grams of fiber.

There are two types of fiber, soluble and insoluble, and both are helpful to you. Insoluble helps your intestines and colon work properly, by hydrating and helping waste move through your gut, keeping you regular and less constipated.

Soluble fiber digests slowly and helps lower cholesterol and helps keep blood sugar levels stable. Both insoluble and soluble fiber are important, and most high-fiber foods have both.

Lack of fiber in your diet can cause:

· Constipation; get hard stools. fiber helps soften stool and helps move waste.

· Diabetes; fiber helps regulate unstable blood sugar

· weight gain; High-fiber foods help keep you full longer, keeping you from eating more food.

· Cardiovascular diseases; this can cause high cholesterol and heart disease. Soluble fiber found in oatmeal, beans, and fruits and vegetables helps.

· Hemorrhoids; Hemorrhoids are swollen veins that close off the anus and develop from pushing out hard stools. Eating foods rich in fiber can solve the problem.

FAST WAY TO EAT MORE FIBER:

Adding fiber to your diet can be as easy as 123, here are simple ways to add it to your diet.

1. Flax meal; They come in different colors, tan, brown and gold, and are a good source of omega 3 fatty acids and fiber.

2. Chia seeds; An ounce of chia seeds has 11 grams of fiber, it also contains antioxidants, protein, vitamins and minerals.

3. Hemp seeds; they are a good source of soluble and insoluble fiber and have many more benefits, they are a good source of healthy fats and proteins

Four. Cereals; Ezekiel4:9 Sprouted Whole Grains, Golden Flax, Cheerios, Kashi Whole Grains, General Mills Fiber, etc.

Other ways to add fiber to your diet:

The best way to get fiber is through food, fruits and vegetables. Below are foods that are rich in fiber.

1. oatmeal; is one of the easiest ways to include fiber in your diet

2. Fruit; berries, avocado, pears, bananas, apples, oranges, papaya, etc.

3. Vegetables (cooked); cabbages, peas, green beans, kale, Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, etc.

4. Beans and Vegetables (cooked); soybeans, lentils, pinto beans, kidney beans, etc.

Legal Law

SEO for Lawyers: How You Should Choose Your Keywords

Lawyers have understood the importance of having an attractive website that accurately describes their practice areas. But having a website isn’t enough if users can’t find it while searching for a relevant term (terms that relate to/describe your legal business). The implied meaning of ‘web presence’ is a website that makes its presence felt in both the search engine and human search engines. To do this, lawyers must optimize their websites for major search engines, such as Google and Bing.

However, a lawyer with a busy schedule is not expected to take on search engine optimization tasks. But knowing the basics of SEO would definitely help.

The first and most important step for successful SEO for lawyers is choosing the right keywords. Choosing the right and effective keywords for your law firm marketing is necessary. Keywords are the terms that tell search engines what you want your website to rank for. Thus, you establish a solid platform on which your law firm’s marketing campaign can grow online.

For a small business like law firms targeting the local market with the place name at the beginning/end of the keyword/keyphrase it will be a good decision initially. For example, Miami personal injury attorney or Miami personal injury attorney guarantees highly targeted traffic. These keywords not only focus on your practice areas, but also point to the region where your business is physically located. If your law firm has branches located in various cities in the state of Florida, such as Orlando, Plantation or others, you can choose keywords such as:

• Orlando Personal Injury Lawyer
• Plantation Personal Injury Lawyer

The above keywords will only target visitors from the respective cities and nearby areas. If you want it on a larger scale, you can increase your area with a Florida criminal lawyer and so on as your business grows.

Another point is to be specific in your practice areas. That is, letting people know where you specialize. For example, there are several specializations in the personal injury legal practice. Some SEOs for lawyers focus on medical malpractice, while others specialize in accident injuries or workplace injuries. So when you use the term ‘personal injury,’ the scope may be larger than using more descriptive ones like accident injury attorney, workplace injury attorney, or medical malpractice attorneys, but descriptive ones promise a higher conversion rate.

But again, you can’t just rely on long-tail keywords as they don’t guarantee a good return on investment. Long tail or descriptive keywords are not popular search terms. So, prepare your final keyword list as a combination of popular 2-3 word keyword phrases along with some location-specific long-tail keywords to increase effectiveness.