Automotive startups and veterans alike are looking at solar panels as a way to increase the range of electric cars. In the past fortnight, startup Lightyear and veteran Toyota have shown off such technologies. First […]
One way to save for your child’s college is to use an education savings account such as a 529 plan. I’ve been putting money into a 529 plan for my son since he was 6 years old. When […]
Marriage comes with many benefits, both emotional and financial. But it’s unlikely that the tax benefits (and drawbacks) of your new union are top of mind while wedding planning. The reality is that there are […]
Almost every industry has a busy season that it “trains” for all year. Retail has the holiday rush. Restaurants and bars have bowl season. And, landscapers and contractors have the summer. If you’re just starting […]
Every year Experian releases a report called the Annual State of Credit Report, which highlights trends in consumer borrowing and credit. The latest report provides a peek into how consumers have been handling debt and credit […]
If you’ve been researching bankruptcy as an option for solving your debt issues, you may have come across the terms “dismissal” or “dismissed” and “discharge.” At first glance these may seem like the same thing, […]
You may have noticed that certain jobs reminiscent of decades gone by have made a comeback. Walk along the main street of any up-and-coming town or neighborhood, especially those populated by a lot of artsy young people, […]
Did you lose a week of billable hours last tax season because you spent time sorting through all your credit card charges and paper receipts to figure out how many of your purchases were business […]
The first great American dream is owning your own house. The second is creating your own business. Deciding to be an entrepreneur is an emotional leap of faith. You need to ask yourself, “What does […]
What should you do if you suspect you’re being underpaid? You can always look up salary ranges on sites like Glassdoor, but that’ll only tell you what is generally appropriate for your position — not what […]