If you have an upcoming surgery scheduled, you may be worried about the procedure itself and praying that everything goes smoothly. You may also be concerned about getting a surprise medical bill. To give yourself […]
When labor law violations make the news, missing labor law posters aren’t typically the focus. Perhaps that’s because they’re often out of sight and out of mind. This was made apparent in a recent QuickBooks […]
When you check your inventory on paper, or more likely in the computer, it seems you should have a lot of inventory of one particular item—and, yet, as you peruse the shelves or warehouse, you […]
When it comes to getting help with debt, much of the “help” can provide more confusion than clarity and more cost than comfort. Case in point: The term “debt relief” doesn’t even have one particular meaning. […]
Every business starts with an idea — a need identified. Running with that idea, adapting it, knowing when to change course — that’s the stuff that turns a wild notion into a wildly successful enterprise. […]
The on-demand economy is booming. More than 22 million Americans spend nearly $58 billion per year on services allowing them to get their groceries, dog walkers and wardrobe brought right to their door. Some health […]
Traveling abroad is expensive enough without having to worry about paying international rates and fees on your phone. Even if you don’t plan on calling home that often, there are still hefty texting and roaming rates […]
If you’re a small business owner ready to hire workers, you need to understand the tax implications of doing so. Business owners can recruit two types of workers — employees and independent contractors, otherwise known […]
When it comes to your business, the thought of taking on debt can be intimidating and risky. What happens if you run into a financial situation in which you can’t pay back what you owe? No matter […]
Navigating your debt relief options may seem daunting. Debt relief and credit counseling are just two major types of debt management you might consider. With debt relief, you hire a company to negotiate a settlement […]
Earnings for employees with only an associate’s degree are 28% — or $336 a week — less than what a typical bachelor’s degree holder makes, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Unemployment rates […]
A federal appeals court could nullify the Affordable Care Act in a few weeks, but open enrollment on the state and federal health insurance marketplaces is expected to go on as usual starting Nov. 1. So, if […]
Homeownership has fallen in the past couple of decades, especially among young Americans. In 1985, more than 45% of Americans ages 25 to 34 were homeowners. In 2015, only 35% were. Why homeownership is falling […]
The start of the year is a great time to reassess your business. To grow sales and profits in 2019, you’ll need to process more transactions and serve more customers. You may also need to […]
So you’ve declared bankruptcy at some point in the recent past and now you’re wondering when you can buy a new home? The simple answer to this question is, well, simple: Whenever you want. There aren’t any […]
It seems like everyone wants to work from home these days. Remote or telecommuting jobs are in high demand, and flexible work hours rank as one of the top-four things women want from their employers. The American workforce […]
Everybody has mixed feelings about Lady Luck. She can be your best friend or your greatest foe. Some people jump at the opportunity to test their luck, while others always play it safe — either […]
If you’re a new business owner—or, thinking about starting a business—you may not realize that there are rules and regulations about how to keep your financials. Even if you know the basics of accounting, you cannot simply […]
A lot of people work their entire lives and never even have $10k in savings. Not my wife and I. We recently got our net worth up over the $100k mark and are looking to hit $200k […]
It’s all about who you know…which is why networking has always been a mainstay in the professional world—or, at least, so people say. But is it all that talk worth it? You might be surprised. […]
If you’re lucky enough to win a car in a sweepstakes or contest, congratulations! You’re likely thrilled to avoid dishing out a great deal of money for a brand new sedan, SUV or truck. But […]
Consumers have quickly become accustomed to having whatever they want, whenever they want it. And technology has made that desire a reality. Rather than speaking to a barista at Starbucks, you can order your coffee […]
Recently I found $20 worth of Starbucks gift cards in my home office. Bought probably two years ago, they’d been set aside and forgotten. Whoops. Certainly, I’m not the only person who’s failed this way. […]
There’s never been a better time to be a small business owner. Thanks to the internet, it’s possible to reach new customers anywhere in the world. But, figuring out where to get started is always […]
Many people look forward to retirement as a time to relax and enjoy the things they couldn’t do during their working years. In order to live your retirement to the fullest, though, it helps to […]
Spending money that you know you shouldn’t spend is a universal experience. It stresses not only your budget, but also your psyche, and it can lead to feelings of guilt, shame and disappointment. But uncovering […]
Gross profit is your total sales, less the direct expenses required to achieve those sales. Gross profit allows you to evaluate your business at any given moment, and track its growth and efficiency over time. […]
Americans have debt, and lots of it. Consumer debt has been growing for years. Last year, the figure approached a staggering $14 trillion. A lot of that debt is coming from mortgages, but student loans, car loans, […]
America runs on teachers. In 2017, there were some 3.6 million full-time teachers in U.S., according to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). 3.2 million of them were public school teachers, serving local communities across the […]
Around Halloween, that usually-forgotten, abandoned house down the street may draw second glances. And while the kids might be looking for a spooky spot to host their holiday festivities, Mom and Dad may be considering […]