Asking your bank for a credit line increase can be a great way to upgrade your spending power and potentially even raise your credit score, but there are some possible drawbacks to be aware of as […]
If you’re thinking about settling your debt — essentially negotiating with your creditors to pay off your debt for less than what you owe — be aware that making a settlement doesn’t mean your debt […]
Retirees depend on Social Security to fund their post-work lives. But the program sits on shaky financial ground. The Social Security Board of Trustees projects that the program’s trust fund reserves will run out by […]
Four in 10 people with a credit or debit card have provided their full Social Security number in an online form in the past month, according to a new report from CompareCards by LendingTree, as […]
Having trouble getting invoices paid? You’re not alone. Check out these 6 ways to keep the incoming revenue wheels greased, making sure you get paid as quickly as possible. Image Credit: DepositPhotos.com. 1. Accept all […]
Do you dream of living in a piece of history? Historic homes are on the market throughout the country, from rustic former farmhouses to red brick mansions dating back to the 1700s. More than 2,300 […]
Payday loans are notoriously expensive and difficult to pay off, and they’ve become easier to get thanks to their prevalence online. What does that mean for the consumer who seeks out these loans due to […]
It’s exciting to see another part of the world, and Europe is full of history and culture that’s well worth the long trip. But with high airfares compared to most domestic flights, Europe can often […]
Seasonal employees are employees who are hired on a temporary basis—either for part-time or full-time positions—during high-traffic seasons. Commonly, seasonal hires work fewer than six months at a time for their employer. It’s important to […]
Living alone can be difficult. There’s no one around to help with some of the basic functions you need to get through the day. But it can also be a very empowering and peaceful experience. […]
Most people don’t want to declare bankruptcy even once, let alone twice or thrice. But there are financial reasons why it may be necessary at times. There are limitations to how frequently a consumer can […]
It happens to all of us at some point. Two (or more) roads diverge in the (metaphorical) wood, and you have no earthly idea which is the right one to take. There’s the anxiety of […]
What do bookkeepers and accountants do? Bookkeepers record transactions in a company’s set of financial records or books. They may also assist with invoicing customers, paying bills, and managing payroll, including payroll tax reporting. Accountants classify, analyze, […]
So, you need a new car, but your credit isn’t in great shape — what can you do? Believe it or not, there are ways to finance an auto loan even if you don’t have perfect […]
Ping-pong, foosball, and hammocks—these are just a few of the fun amenities that companies are providing to employees. Can an employee have fun at work while staying productive? Are these features just a cool trend […]
Town life is often stereotyped as simple, idyllic and inexpensive when compared with big-city life — but this doesn’t always ring true. In fact, there are quite a few instances where towns are even more […]
Taking the leap as a business owner can be both challenging and rewarding. Many people start businesses to be self-employed and take control of their own destiny. If you’re a new business owner, you may […]
A new baby stroller developed by Bosch features dual electric motors, smartphone connectivity, and an autonomous emergency braking system to stop it rolling away. Both electric motors are mounted to the stroller’s rear axle, and […]
If you find yourself crippled by credit card debt, having racked up charges that will be hard to pay off, you might be able to settle your accounts with your lenders for less than what […]
Congratulations — you’re getting married! In between the excitement of telling your loved ones and finding the perfect venue, you may want to begin thinking about the budget for your special day. Weddings are expensive, […]
Not every budget has room for a grand tour of the most popular foreign destinations; yet, that doesn’t mean you can’t discover a new and unexpected locale that doesn’t require breaking the bank. As you […]
An income statement, also known as a profit and loss statement (P&L), is one of several key financial statements that small business owners, accountants, and the self-employed use to assess their company’s financial performance.The income […]
Each year, 435,000 American women have heart attacks. Nearly 20% of them are under age 65. In fact, heart attacks kill six times as many women as breast cancer does. Yet women aren’t always evaluated and […]
I’ll never forget my first credit card. I was in college and walking by a booth on campus where a bank was offering credit card applications. I wanted to buy tickets to a concert, but […]
More young adults are living with their parents than ever. An all-time high 17% of 25- to 34-year-olds reside with their parents, according to the Census. Parents facing this prospect may feel like they should […]
Gardening is a popular, though pricey, hobby. According to the National Gardening Association, Americans spent a record-breaking $47.8 billion on their gardens in 2018. But those greenbacks put green thumbs to good use — beyond […]
You’re looking at a screenshot from my phone showing some recently missed calls. You’ll note a few things: none of them are from within the United States (where I live), and none of the numbers […]
For project-based businesses, tracking and analyzing the profitability of a job at the project level is critical. If you have a project-based business such as contracting, interior design, architecture, and the like, you know projects […]
When you’re facing more bills than income, sorting through the options for debt relief becomes a mission of urgency. You may want to rule out even thinking about bankruptcy because it has such a bad rap in […]
With two Democratic primary debates down and another on the way, we are already deep in the throes of election season (as if it ever ends). Health care was arguably the biggest issue in the […]