As an entrepreneur, ensuring your business is profitable is key to both sustainability and growth. But in order to determine what profitability means for your company, you need clearly defined goals and a comprehensive analysis that provides […]
Typing your credit card number when making an online purchase can be a nerve-wracking experience. What if a hacker is “watching” and is able to obtain your personal financial information? Luckily, a product called a […]
As a self-employed freelancer or small business owner, knowing how to send an invoice correctly is crucial. How else are you going to get paid? You won’t. In fact, in 2016 there was nearly $825 million owed […]
If you’re a theme park fan, you know the holidays are something special. Most parks decorate for the season or hold special events, offering new shows and unique attractions for Halloween, Christmas, and more. While […]
Most health insurance plans offer free, preventive wellness visits, screenings, counseling and other services through in-network providers. The Affordable Care Act mandates that private individual and group health insurance plans provide certain preventive coverage. Most […]
I am not a big fan of sending your creditors and debt collectors a written offer letter to settle your debt for less. In fact, negotiating through the mail is often counterproductive to reaching your […]
Halloween is a good opportunity to dress up and engage in spooky debauchery. It’s also the holiday where hoards of children scamper onto your property in search of the one sacred childhood currency: candy. This […]
From adoption fees and preventative vaccines to well-formulated foods and training, just trying to give your pet the best chance to live a happy and healthy life can be expensive in itself. When you add […]
If you’ve ever been self-employed as a business owner, freelancer, or contractor, then you know how exciting it can be to take your future into your own hands. However, entrepreneurship isn’t for everyone. Maybe your business didn’t […]
If you’re in the market for a new car, a lease can make it easy to try something new without the commitment of a purchase. But what if a lease lasting for several years feels […]
Paying bills may not be the most exciting tasks for you as a small business owner, but it’s definitely one of the most important.If you ever get into a situation where your bills pile up […]
Most Americans have regular payments coming in every two weeks or so. They know exactly how much they’ll earn every month and can budget for their expenses and savings goals accordingly. But what if you’re […]
Is it worth paying extra for fancy toilet paper delivered right to your door? Here’s what I thought of toilet paper subscription service No. 2: No. 2 isn’t just any old paper. It’s made from […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]