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Invest in Real Estate hassle free with as low as $1000

Do you want to diversify your investment? There are various options out there. One of them is Real Estate. You can do your own research, buy them, manage them and sell them. But that requires lot of capital, time and energy. If you think you don't have the time or knowledge to invest in real estate there are ways to invest for people like you and me. RealCrowd RealMogul RealtyShares Prosper Fundrise I had the opportunity to invest in Fundrise and I have received decent returns (8% per year) for the past 2 years. The unit/share price has also increased 5%. Fundrise invest in many properties all over US. They have different funds to suit your needs - income, balanced, growth. Each has its own benefits. I am a fan of long term growth and I am so far very happy with its performance. You can either invest in individual funds or upgrade your account to goal based portfolio and your money will be invested in different funds based on your goal. Fundrise - Create Account Fund...

US Passport for Minor

The information provided on this blog post may not be accurate or is out of date. Please refer to the official website for up to date and accurate information.   Steps to apply for US Passport for newborn: Take an appointment at USPS if it takes appointments and has availability as per your schedule. Or walk in. If walking in, be prepared for long wait times at USPS. You might even have to go very early to get token. Both parents and the new born have to be physically present. If one of the parent is not able to come, check the site for the documents needed for absence of a parent. Completed Application form (DS-11) - Better to fill  online  and print it. Or you may download  PDF  and fill with pen. Original Birth Certificate of new born (One) - Proof of citizenship Copy of Birth Certificate of new born (One) - Proof of relationship to parents Passport size 2x2 photo (One) - see  photo guidelines Copy Both Parents ID - (One) Photo copy of Drive...

India Visa for Minor

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The information provided on this blog post may not be accurate or is out of date. Please refer to the official website for up to date and accurate information. Application Steps: Step 1 (CKGS) Start at CKGS visa application If you decide to ship the documents, it is better to pay shipping online instead of paying your own shipping outside the application After completing CKGS form, you will be provided a TEMP ID and redirected to  indianvisaonline.gov.in  site (Govt website). Step 2 (GOVT SITE) Start a "Regular Visa Application" here. (Note: Do not click "Complete Partially Filled Form" when you come here for the first time. This is for those who want to continue the Govt website section later after visiting atleast once) You will be given another TEMP ID which you can use to continue this section later Once you are done here, you can download/print the application form. Also you will given an APPLICATION ID (which can be used to download...

Documents to take care after a new born baby - Person of Indian Origin

The information provided on this blog post may not be accurate or is out of date. Please refer to the official website for up to date and accurate information. Follow doctors advice and take care of your baby Before leaving the hospital, fill the application for Birth Certificate and SSN and submit to representative (VitalStatistics in Kaiser) at the hospital. How long does it take to get SSN card that I applied in hospital? Identify and chose your pediatrician Add the new born child to your insurance (usually through your employer) Request Cop(y/ies) of Birth Certificate online (may be few days later) / in person (4 weeks later) Prepare documents needed for US passport (Birth Certificate, SSN, Photos, Parents ID). In most cases, Birth Certificate can be used as proof of nationality and parent relationship to the child) US Passport application Fill the US Passport application US Passport can be applied at USPS locations (regular or expedite processing) or at Passport agenc...