Ask any business owner about their top business challenge today, and we’d wager to say that it’s attracting and retaining employees. And, while there are a host of factors involved in keeping employees satisfied—from offering […]
An international vacation can certainly cost you an arm and a leg. The average round-trip flight to Europe alone costs about $600, and when you add up the cost of accommodations, dining out, entrance to […]
The 2019 holiday shopping season is fast approaching, and that means our spirit, patience, and wallets will all soon be tested yet again. Whether you’ve been saving all year for this or you’re just starting to think […]
Your parents may have taught you how to save with a piggy bank or budget with an allowance. But there may be one overlooked, impactful financial lesson: giving. A study of how money lessons get […]
The year (and decade) is coming to an end. To prepare for the new year ahead, take a look at your current financial situation and brainstorm some ways to improve it. By doing so, you’ll […]
It’s safe to say that the only people who worry more than passengers about flying with noisy kids are their parents. As frustrating as it is to be trapped near a wailing baby or whining […]
While there are probably thousands of online marketplaces today, Etsy.com still corners the market when it comes to handmade goods and vintage items, as well as other arts and crafts. In fact, the site has […]
Do you need a new credit card, but are afraid your credit history might get in the way? There are credit cards designed to help people improve their credit –– some even offer no credit […]
While tipping may be a common practice in the United States, the same does not always hold true abroad. In many countries, tipping after a meal is not part of local custom. In some cases […]
InHerSight asked Megan Lipera, recruiter for public relations and marketing agency Merritt Group, to share how the workforce is changing for women—and what we should do about it. These are her answers, in her own words. […]
Trump’s tariffs. How many headlines have contained those words in the last few years? Before President Trump began publicly discussing tariffs in late 2017, did you at all consider the impact of tariffs on your business? […]
When you login to your bank account online, you might notice an option to choose a beneficiary. Generally, a beneficiary is someone who’d inherit your account after your death. The official name is a “payable on death” […]
For years the holiday shopping season kicked off on the day after Thanksgiving, aka Black Friday. Now retailers have started to offer deals as early as Nov. 1. The National Retail Federation reports that these […]
It might surprise some people to find out that Social Security benefits are not exempt from being taxed, taking a bite out of their potential retirement income. Luckily, most states don’t tax Social Security — currently 37 of them, to be […]
These days, a battle of the generations is taking place in the culture. People wag their fingers at the just-coming-of-age Generation Z and their phone-dependence and inability to play outside. “OK boomer,” they reply. Gen Xers mock […]
In 2019, student loan debt in the United States hit $1.6 trillion, the highest it’s ever been, according to data compiled by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. But that debt doesn’t affect all borrowers […]
The Department of Labor’s new overtime rule takes effect on January 1, 2020. Here’s what to expect and how to prepare. We’ve written about it again and again and again (20 times, to be exact) over the past four years. And […]
Income inequality in America is at its highest point in the last 50 years, according to recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Nearly a third of U.S. households have more credit card debt than they […]
Between the gifts, gatherings, and endless little tasks, you’re already exhausted — and the holidays aren’t even here yet. Nearly two-thirds of respondents to an American Psychological Association survey said they sometimes, or often, felt fatigued during […]
Whether you have great credit, bad credit or you’re somewhere in between, the principles you must follow to build your credit are generally the same. Improvement takes time, but if you follow best practices you […]
Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends and enjoy a memorable meal. For some, the annual food extravaganza may not be quite as relaxing or enjoyable, particularly for those footing the bill […]
If you read any list of best side hustles these days, you’re likely to see an entry for delivering food part-time. The days of the local high school kids delivering pizza for gas money are over. With […]
Don’t let the challenge of processing payroll overwhelm you. Filing your business taxes may be the most frustrating process in your business, and it becomes more complex as you add more staff. But, it doesn’t have to […]
Cars can be a stressful purchase. Reliable cars don’t come cheap, they’re necessary for daily life in much of the United States, and you don’t always get to decide when it’s time to buy. As […]
It’s not always easy to know what to give kids for the holidays. Sometimes they’re clear and have a long, daunting list. But other times — especially if you’re shopping for a niece or nephew, […]
Paying an ATM fee can feel like a punch to the stomach. There’s nothing worse than having to spend money in order to access your money. With ATM fees typically running between $2.50 and $3, they can […]
Mixing money with your personal relationships can get tricky. A recent LendingTree survey of over 1,000 Americans found that almost a third of respondents reported negative consequences from lending or borrowing money from family and friends. Key […]
As a new business owner looking to measure growth, you’ll quickly find that there is no “black and white” way to do so. Companies choose different methods to measure growth. If you consider growth as […]
Is there a more relaxing sound than your cat, curled up and cozy, purring away on your lap? Maybe. But if you agree there’s not, the science is on your side. Research has proven that […]
Oftentimes financial planning can feel like a lonely, confusing endeavor. However, there are calculators that can help you see how to make the most of your money through strategic changes, as well as some that […]