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I just finished watching Robert Kiyosaki and Steve Forbes speak on "Stocks, Politics, and the Economy: Prudent Strategies" at the Forbes.com iConference.

Here are a few bits of wisdom Robert offered:

"The biggest thing about financial intelligence is knowing when to save and when not to save." (He pointed out that in today's economy, he's not saving -- he's investing!)

"Banks will always give me money for real estate." (Banks typically won't give you money to invest in stock)

"If you’re going to invest today, invest globally."

"The tax code incentivizes the entrepreneur and punishes the employee." (Become an entrepreneur to build your wealth and to take advantage of the tax breaks the tax code offers.)

In a comment about today's political situation, Steve Forbes noted: "Never underestimate the power of politicians to muck things up."

A concise summary of the discussion is: Increase your own financial IQ so that you can take care of yourself regardless of what happens to the economy.

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HUD announces offering Grant-Writing Workshops

HUD (Department of Housing and Urban Development) is currently offering Grant-Writing Workshops all around the county. These workshops are free of charge and open to the public. The classes will discuss topics such as organizational capacity building, grant proposal writing techniques, accessing government funds, HUD common factors for award, and tips on working with local government agencies. The following is a list of upcoming workshops in May and June:

Workshops for May/June:

May 28-29: Baltimore, MD
email contact: James.C.Shay@hud.gov, Baltimore HUD CFBCI Liaison

June 2-3: Pittsburg, PA
email contact: Cynthia.L.Haines@hud.gov, Pittsburgh HUD CFBCI Liaison

June 9-10: Norfolk, VA
email contact: Anne.Davis@hud.gov, Richmond HUD CFBCI Liaison

June 12-13: South Bend, IN
email contact: Teresa.M.Jeternewburn@hud.gov, Indianapolis HUD CFBCI Liaison

June 18-19: Shepardstown, WV
email contact: Evelyn.Young@hud.go, Charleston HUD CFBCI Liaison

June 18-19: Warwick, RI
email contact: Ernest.Zupancic@hud.gov, Rhode Island/New Hampshire HUD CFBCI Liaison

June 24-26: Culpepper, VA
email contact: Anne.Davis@hud.gov, Richmond HUD CFBCI Liaison

June 30-July 1: Erie, PA
email contact: Cynthia.L.Haines@hud.gov, Pittsburgh HUD CFBCI Liaison

June 30-July 1: Chicago, IL
email contact: David.K.Cole@hud.gov, Chicago HUD CFBCI Liaison

June 2008: Salt Lake City, UT
email contact: Pauline.Zvonkovic@hud.gov, Salt Lake City HUD CFBCI Liaison

June 2008: Rochester, NY
email contact: Michele.E.Bernier@hud.gov, Buffalo HUD CFBCI Liaison

June 2008: Wyoming
email contact: Christian.Stearns@hud.gov, Casper HUD CFBCI Liaison

For a list of later workshops (July-September), please consult the following site: http://www.hud.gov/offices/fbci/grantwriting08.cfm

For other information about HUD's Center for Faith-Based and Community Initiatives, consult the site here: http://www.hud.gov/offices/fbci/

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Forbes.com iConference: All-Weather Portfolio Strategies

On May 22, 2008 Forbes.com will hold its first-ever virtual investor conference that is designed to help investors navigate the current turbulent market environment.

Prospering during times of uncertainty takes more than just patience and investor fortitude, it requires smart, actionable investment advice. This day-long online event begins at 10:00 a.m. and goes to 6:00 p.m., and will feature Steve Forbes and an all star panel of investment advisors and experts, including Robert Kiyosaki. The event is free to all investors and is accessible via any Web-connected computer.

In addition to speakers and discussions, you can visit an exhibit hall with booths and information about the sponsors. There is also a resource center, opportunities to network, receive advice through chat rooms and message boards and the opportunity to win prizes just for attending!

Robert Kiyosaki and Steve Forbes will present Stocks, Politics and the Economy: Prudent Strategies for Turbulent Times at 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

Click here for more information and to register for this valuable free event.

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Recently, Robert Kiyosaki appeared on Fox News to promote his newest book, Increase Your Financial IQ.

On Your World with Neil Cavuto, Robert talked about how his earlier predictions have come true and discussed the current real estate market, including explaining how he chooses where to invest. His real estate investments follow the job market—in other words, he buys properties where the job market is strong because workers need places to live. He said: “We don’t have a real estate crisis, we’re having a financing crisis.”

At the end of the interview, Neil Cavuto said: “Robert Kiyosaki – he has been right every step of the way.”

When Robert appeared on Fox Business Network’s Happy Hour, he repeated that this is a great time to look for investment bargains. But, he cautioned, you need to be smart about it. “Financial intelligence is your greatest asset,” he said. “Invest in your intelligence first before you go buy a stock or bond or gold or silver.”

He was critical of financial “gurus” who tell people to cut up their credit cards. He pointed out that you need credit cards to function in today’s economy—to rent a car, check into a hotel, purchase merchandise online, and so on. The key is to use credit cards responsibly. When people get into financial problems because of credit cards, the fault is not the credit cards, but the person using them.

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Robert Kiyosaki, bestselling author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, will appear on Fox two times today. Kiyosaki’s latest book, Increase Your Financial IQ, has just been released.

See Robert on Fox’s Your World with Neil Cavuto at 4:00 p.m. eastern, Thursday, April 3, on Fox News.

See Robert again on Fox Business Network’s Happy Hour hosted by Cody Willard and Rebecca Gomez at 5:00 p.m. eastern, Thursday, April 3, on Fox Business Network.

If you see either show, let us know what you thought.

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Robert and Kim Kiyosaki will talk about the economy today on CNN's Larry King Live, tonight (Tuesday, March 18) on CNN, 9:00 p.m. Eastern.

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Bestselling author and entrepreneur Robert Kiyosaki will appear on CNN’s Your World Today on Monday, March 17, 2008 at noon Eastern on CNN. Robert will be promoting his new book: Rich Dad’s Increase Your Financial IQ.

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Kim Kiyosaki’s PBS special “Finding the Rich Woman in You” to air nationally!

We're pleased to announce that Kim's two-hour prime-time PBS special “Finding the Rich Woman in You,” has been picked up nationally. Kim is the bestselling author of Rich Woman. The show, produced in cooperation with KAET 8 in Phoenix, will air nationally as part of the PBS national March pledge drive in the following cities:

Boston, MA • Atlanta, GA • Pittsburgh, PA • Seattle, WA • Indianapolis, IN • Denver, CO • Hartford, CT • San Antonio, TX • Sacramento, CA • Memphis, TN • Syracuse, NY • Nashville, TN • NC • AR • OK • Tucson, AZ •Joplin, MO • Chattanooga, TN • Fresno, CA • Medford, OR • Bethlehem, PA • Toledo, OH • Riverton, WY • Rohnert Park, CA • Mackinaw, MI • Martin, TN • Boyton Beach, FL • Vemillion, SD • College Station, TX • Merville, IN • Bowling Green, OH • Baltimore, MD • Tallahassee, FL • Lincoln, NE • Huntington Beach, CA • Honolulu, HI • Springfield, MO • Redding, CA • El Paso, TX • Anchorage, AK • Miami, FL • Harligen, TX • Cleveland, OH • Watertown, NY • Orlando, FL •

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Robert and Kim Kiyosaki will talk about investing in real estate and what you need to know on CNN’s Your World Today, hosted by Gerri Willis, on CNN, Monday, Feb. 25, at 12:00 noon ET.

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Robert Kiyosaki, entrepreneur and bestselling author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, will be a guest on CNBC Europe’s Power Lunch hosted by Louisa Bojesen. The program will air on CNBC Wednesday, Feb. 20, 11:30 GMT. Robert will be talking about the worldwide Rich Dad Phenomenon and the global economy.

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See Robert Kiyosaki, entrepreneur and bestselling author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, on Fox News Network’s Geraldo At Large, hosted by Geraldo Rivera, Saturday, Feb. 16, at 8:00 p.m. ET. Robert will be talking about today’s economy and solutions to the struggles Americans face as the race for the White House continues.

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What does Robert Kiyosaki predict for 2008? Click here to view Rich Dad 2008 Predictions part 1.

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Hear Robert Kiyosaki talk about real estate and Rich Dad Poor Dad on XM’s "Oprah & Friends."

Hosted by Jean Chatzky, the "Oprah & Friends" show featuring Robert will air on XM’s Satellite Radio channel 156 Thursday, Nov. 29, at 12:00 noon ET.

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