In today's economy, there are articles everywhere about how people are coping and supplementing dwindling income streams.  Real estate professionals are some of the hardest hit.  Many of us who were full time before, may be making more money in other pursuites while we wait for the market to return...

David Dalquist, president and CEO of Nordic Ware, which manufacturers Bundt pans and other cookware, attributes the company's success to local operations, flexibility and innovation.

The person who came up with the idea to offer a home warranty plan to home owners hit upon a gold mine. In many real estate markets, a home warranty plan has become an essential today in a real estate transaction. Often, the seller will agree to pay for a home warranty plan for the buyer, if for no...