Staying socially active has always been good advice for staying happy and healthy. Now research shows just how meaningful those conversations and connections can be. People who are more socially active in their 50s and […]
Paying off debt to qualify is a wonderful way to drive borrowing power. For example, let’s say you have a couple of credit card payments totaling $300 a month with some relatively small balances. Upon […]
Flood insurance is a type of property insurance that covers what your homeowners and renters insurance doesn’t: damage caused by floodwaters. To protect your home and personal belongings from coastal flooding, river flooding, flash flooding […]
When people think about dangerous jobs, they tend to focus on jobs where people might die. There is plenty of merit to this, as anyone working in a job where deaths are common would want […]
There’s a strong stereotype associated with grandparents: They’re old. But like all stereotypes, it’s not exactly true. The average age of a first-time grandparent in the United States is only 50. And yet, that number […]
Vacation time isn’t just an essential perk for many employees—business owners deserve a break, too! Vacations can be essential for revitalizing and de-stressing yourself, spending much-needed time with your family, and refreshing your mind with […]
It’s no secret that airports can be a chaotic and overwhelming experience for travelers. In its latest report, the U.S. Travel Association revealed that there were 79.6 million international arrivals into the United States in 2018 — […]
The income statement is a financial statement that reports on company revenue, expenses, and net income as of a specific time period, such as a month or year. The income statement is directly connected to the balance sheet, […]
Many of us fantasize about breaking free from the daily grind and becoming an entrepreneur. Maybe, we tell ourselves, we could even build the next million- or billion-dollar venture. Then, too often, real life comes […]
(Editor’s note: Thursday marks the 50th anniversary of the Woodstock Music and Art Festival. This is the story of Quill, a band that played at Woodstock but was left out of the eponymous film that […]
(Editor’s note: Thursday marks the 50th anniversary of the Woodstock Music and Art Festival. This is the story of Quill, a band that played at Woodstock but was left out of the eponymous film that […]
Hybrid smartwatches offer an intermediate step between a regular analog timepiece and a fully-featured miniature computer on the wrist. The latest entrant to this market is the Wave by Larsson & Jennings. A stylish watch […]
It’s back-to-school season, which means students are hitting the mall for school supplies and clothes. Between pencils, backpacks, shoes and computers, costs can add up. Luckily, there are a host of freebies and discounts available […]
Sales tax is collected at the state level in forty-five states and in the District of Columbia. New Hampshire, Oregon, Montana, Alaska, and Delaware, otherwise known as the NOMAD states, are the only states that […]
Underpricing your product or service can be dangerous to your bottom line. Nellie Akalp, entrepreneur and founder of CorpNet.com, explains that: “Even though you might land the sale, underpricing your products and services comes at a cost. […]
Buying a home is one of the most important milestones someone might make in their adult life – and it can be one of the most expensive. Besides initial home prices, the homeowner has to contend […]
More than half of young adults who enter college take on debt to do so. The bulk of this debt is student loans, according to the Federal Reserve. “Student loans are by far the most common […]
Running a business has its ups and downs. Like with many other aspects of your life, it’s not uncommon to have a change in heart/motivation when it comes to running your business. Serial entrepreneurs like […]
If you’re thinking about starting a food truck business, get ready to drop from $60,000 to $250,000 before you sell your first onion burger, grilled chicken wrap or empanada. And don’t count on making a […]
Balanced books may not be sexy, but they provide small business owners with the grounding they need to make smart forecasting decisions about expanding their business, making large purchases, or hiring new employees. While the language of accounting […]
Paying off debt can feel like a losing game at times. Between struggling with interest rates and trying to find extra money to pay over the minimum, many people need a competitive edge to create […]
Writing on paper seems like a thing of the past. But there are still plenty of people who enjoy that pen-to-paper feeling, while appreciating the modernity of today’s high-tech gadgets. Behold the digital writing devices. […]
Let’s get to the point. Lying on your life insurance application is fraud. But, the lie needs to be intentional to be considered fraud, known as “material misrepresentation.” Simply mis-remembering a date, guessing at your […]
For retail boutiques, restaurants and bars, a point-of-sale (POS) system serves as an essential part of doing business. Not only does it process transactions, but it also offers an opportunity to provide efficient customer service. Whether a shopper is returning an unwanted […]
Problems with payroll processing can creep up on you. Mismanage your data—by using spreadsheets or other manual tools—and bam, you could end up slipping on a financial banana peel without even realizing it. No matter how meticulous […]
There are several factors used to determine your credit scores, including your “credit mix,” or the types of credit accounts you have in your name. But even though having more than one type of credit can […]
We recently found out that if you like cruising in the sunshine, an 83-year-old Ford Phaeton can be as much fun to drive as a brand new Mustang convertible, as long as you stay off […]
Climate change presents all of us with an existential crisis. In a world of rising oceans, increasing temperatures and myriad other predicted global shifts, how do you map out a retirement plan that makes sense? […]
Even if you love your job, fantasizing about retiring early isn’t uncommon. Whether you have visions of spending your days playing tennis or golf or traveling the world, once you picture yourself living a life of leisure, […]
Successful business owners learn from their mistakes. The effort required to operate your business may seem overwhelming, and you have to make a multitude of decisions every month. Once the month is over, you may […]