Investorial

Where Is Dolf De Roos?

from July 3rd, 2006

Dr. Dolf De Roos (as he likes to be called) became famous for being a writer on Robert Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad advisor series. His specialty is real estate and he is the author behind the best seller Real Estate Riches.

But that book came out in 2001. Even though a newer edition was published in 2004. We have not heard much from Dolf since 2001. In fact, on John T. Reed’s revealing analysis of Dolf De Roos, John informed that Dolf was no longer associated with Rich Dad since February 2004. This assertion also shows why Ken McElroy has since replaced Dolf in Kiyosaki’s stable of advisors.

But where is Dr. De Roos nowadays? He has actually found a new alliance with (more…)



Happy Canada Day!

from July 1st, 2006

This year, there are several additional (financial) reasons other than national pride to be jubilant on Canada day. For some, the changes are welcomed, for others it might just be another way for the government to stick it to you. July 1st, 2006 is the day where several alterations to the tax rules are changing for Canadians! Here’s a run-down of some of the more popular that we’ve been looking forward to, eh?

GST Reduction
The federal government is reducing the Goods and Services tax by 1% to 6%. However, they are also increasing Canadian personal income tax rate for those earning up to $36,400 by 0.5% to 15%. Which some have already chimed in as a wash transaction, and perhaps (more…)