http://www.financial-shopper-network.com Read Articles Ranging from Dating, Finance, Insurance, Philosophy, and Politics. http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/examining_God_as_a_physical_entity.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST In the Book of Genesis, human beings are said to have been created in the image of God, our Creator. As living being, we encounter physical stuff on a daily basis such as automobiles, homes, or other living animals. . http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/annuitizing.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST The annuity is an investment vehicle often used for retirement. By its very nature, an annuity is a sum of money given to an insurance company, so that a lifetime income can be provided sometime in the future. http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/annuity_versus_cd.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST The annuity is quite different from a CD. Both the CD and the annuity have their purposes for retirement planning, but we will attempt to explain their differences head to head. This is about the fairest comparison you folks will see. http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/variable_annuity_versus_the_mutual.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST Get ready for the battle of the new millennium, the variable annuity versus the mutual fund. Over the past few years, the variable annuity has come under extreme attack, as an investment vehicle for retirement because of its expenses and taxes laws regarding withdraws." http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/why_do_agents_buy_insurance_sales_leads.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST It is a pretty new phenomenon, however with the increase reach of the internet, agents and financial planners are buying insurance leads as a way to supplement prospecting activities. http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/who_is_your_insurance_target_market.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST Your target market is what keeps you in the insurance industry. Without the benefit of a defined market, you might feel like everyone is part of your target market. http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/insurance_industry.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST The insurance industry has changed so much that most firms do not look like the company your parents did business with. http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/why_we_should_leave_god_out_of_war.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST The crisis in the Middle East has stirred up the talk of World War III. In such times, individuals sometime call on the name of God to rally people. Many of these people may be prone to believe that God is on their side. http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/commandment_jesus.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST Depending on your circle of faith, Jesus Christ may mean something different to you. To Christians and some Jewish people, Jesus Christ is the true Son of God, who died on the cross to save humanity from their sins. http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/insurance_sales_understanding_ senior_ market.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST The most important market for insurance sales is the senior market. Many of those age 60 years old or older have retired; however, their individual needs for insurance can be greater than you think. http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/insurance_sales_think_about_lasting_relationships.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST I often refer to an initial meeting with a prospective insurance client as a date. It is a time for you to evaluate the individual's own, family, or group insurance needs. Meanwhile, the prospect is trying to figure out your angle, as well as gauge your understanding of why he or she is in your office. http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/is_there_a_such_thing_as_an_inferior_education.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST In my opinion, the most cliché statement of all time is "an education is what you make of it." Strangely enough, there are some people willing to take out home equity loans or cash in the investments for their child's grade school education. http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/insurance_sales_do_what_works_for_you.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST As an insurance agent, you are in control of your own financial destiny. It is your choice to work longer hours in the office or to hold financial seminars in the evening. http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/why_bush_and_the_religious_right_losing_election.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST When President Bush was elected in the year 2000, it was supposed to be the triumphant return of the religious right. If you fast forward to the present, President Bush and other Republicans are going into this mid-election with some apprehension. http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/when_should_a_president_be_impeached.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST In American history, there has been three impeachment hearing for sitting United States Presidents. While these crimes are supposed to be of a serious nature, the Constitution leaves much to desire, what constitutes " high crimes and misdemeanors." http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/why_insurance_agents_need_an_exit_strategy.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST Whether you have been in the insurance business one day or 25 years, we must all face the issue of retirement. Unlike most nine to five jobs, it is often imperative that you choose a person or team to take over your block of business. http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/why_you_need_a_debt_plan.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST Debt is one of most threatening things one can face. It is the absence of not owing anything. While some do not initially pay attention to your debt, it will not become any smaller or go away, unless you spring into action. http://www.financial-shopper-network.com/you_do_not_trust_your_spouse.htm GIZMO\Jason Cunningham Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:56:02 EST Some people feel slighted by their spouses. It could be your imagination. But then again, this could be a sign of spousal unfaithfulness. Generally, you might as well put a fork in the marriage, when the trust is gone.