Are the following foods actually from the country referenced in their names? 1. Brussels Sprouts Answer: Kind of The ancestors of modern-day Brussels sprouts were likely first cultivated in ancient Rome, not Brussels. Although the first written […]
Saving money is great. But today, savings accounts typically yield little to no interest. Those whose goal is to save money may want to consider choosing to invest in a number of assets that can […]
Small business owners have a lot to think about at the start of the year. For most, tax season is near the top of the list. The key to a painless tax season lies in […]
64% of Americans think there are not enough women in positions of power. If you’re a female small business owner seeking funding, you know first hand that you’re not playing on the same court. That’s why Serena […]
As any small business owner knows, your website is one of the most vital components of your business. Whether you’re in e-commerce or not, it’s the first place potential customers will go to discover and decide […]
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Chinese New Year is the celebration of the new lunar year, which begins lichun, or the spring cycle. This is the first cycle of 24 solar “terms” in this calendar system. Every new year marks a […]
Starting a successful small business looks very different depending on whether you open in a large city or a small town. Entrepreneurs in small towns may benefit from less competition and enjoy lower costs of […]
2020 was the year of free things for first responders, healthcare providers and front-line workers. While 2020 is over (no one is complaining about that), you can still snag some great free deals. Offers for […]
Have you ever seen a car, truck, or van in your area wrapped in an advertisement? If so, you may have wondered whether these advertisements — known as vehicle wraps — are a worthwhile investment […]
Last month, we inaugurated Joe Biden as our 46th President. While we know quite a bit about modern presidents (and maybe a bit about The Founding Fathers thanks to “Hamilton: An American Musical”), many of […]
For those trying to grow their money, investing in the stock market is usually alluring. But there are many things to consider before jumping in — chief among them, stockbroker commissions. The average stockbroker fee […]
As Dorothy said, there’s no place like home. For those looking to trade big-city life for white picket fences, more square footage, good schools, parks, and a slower pace, the suburbs may be the perfect […]
After almost three decades at the helm of the world’s biggest online retailer, Amazon’s CEO Jeff Bezos is exiting with a bang. The news comes as the company reported record quarterly profits and sales of over […]
Please note: This article provides general background information only and is not intended to serve as tax advice or as a substitute for legal counsel. You should consult your tax advisor or attorney if you […]
It’s inevitable. In every life a little rain must fall. I’m not talking about floods or a Noah’s ark-type deluge, but more like the kind of unexpected shower that really messes up your day. The […]
As a small business owner, you may assume the IRS has bigger fish to fry than your small business operations. However, recent reports have cited that the IRS has increasingly targeted small businesses for tax audits. The National […]
Congressional Democrats are gearing up for a quick passage of President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion pandemic relief package, with a plan to vote as early as the week of Feb. 1. The party has majorities […]
Most consumers think of a data breach as something small—the password they used when they signed up for that now non-existent pet website 10 years ago has been discovered by hackers. They get a weird […]
One of the challenging aspects of buying any type of insurance is determining how much coverage you need. Buy too little insurance and you won’t have enough to get through a tough situation when you […]
Research shows that a healthy relationship depends on healthy sleep. The New York Times reports that couples experience worse conflict when one or both partners is sleep deprived. The study in question, at Ohio State University, found that […]
Do you want to keep your job during a recession? Let’s talk about the recession-proof jobs that you can choose in any field. While no job is 100% recession-proof, certain career fields are impacted less […]
The number of people using online dating services has steadily increased over the last several years. In non-plague years, dating apps typically see a pre-February spike. Pandemic-time usage has set new records since shelter in place orders […]
Stimulus payments might sting a bit if taxes were due on that money, but that’s not the case. The payments are not income; they’re an advance of a new federal tax credit for the 2020 […]
A stock market crash is defined by double-digit declines that happen quickly across a broad stock market index or group of related indexes. As the coronavirus pandemic swept the United States in February 2020, the […]
Ah, the ’70s — it gave us the first flight of the 747 jumbo jet, the introduction of the Walkman, the movie Jaws, and the beloved Garfield comics. Of course, it also gave us plenty […]
Often, the word sell-off is used in conjunction with market volatility, but you may wonder what, exactly it means, especially when it comes to your money. A market sell-off occurs when a large pool of […]
To the uninitiated, the stock exchange can seem like a casino, with news and social media feeds sharing stories of investors striking it rich by playing the stock market. But while there are winners, there are also […]
If you and your loved one like to mix things up a bit, especially when it comes to cocktails, we’ve got some really tasty treats for you. Whether you like vodka, gin, cognac, rum or […]
A company’s balance sheet is one of several important financial statements that report on its performance. But to understand the importance of a balance sheet, you need to understand the balance sheet equation and the […]