If you’re looking to build or rebuild credit, focusing on the factors that influence your credit is key. Whether you plan on renting an apartment, buying a car or opening a credit card, lenders will look […]
Once you’re a college graduate, you’ll have to start paying your student loans back. But how long does it take to pay off student loans? This can vary by which loan, servicer, and plan you […]
Imagining your child growing up without you is one of the least fun tasks of parenthood. But you know what’s worse? A judge swooping in to decide who should raise your child. What is a […]
If you have bad credit you might be tempted to turn to a personal loan company if you need cash. This is not necessarily a bad idea but the odds are, it won’t be much cheaper […]
Applying to purchase or refinance a mortgage is going to require you providing an ample supply of credit, cash and documentable income to support the loan that you are seeking. Contrary to popular belief a […]
Are you ready to let go of the past, declutter, and make a pretty profit? Of course you are. Here’s what I want you to do: Take a walk into your bedroom, open your jewelry […]
Starship Technology’s autonomous robots on wheels now serve up snacks to students at Northern Arizona University, delivering orders placed through its app. The self-driving coolers carry their packages inside, bringing it right to someone’s home […]
For the first twenty-five years of my life, I lived in the same small town in south Florida. My hometown is nothing short of—well, boring. While taking online classes at the University of Central Florida […]
After 63 basketball games in the March Madness tournament, Virginia beat out Texas Tech in a dramatic overtime game to be crowned the 2019 NCAA champions. But to get to the final winner, college players competed […]
If you have a little one on the way or know someone who is expecting, you should know that JCPenneyhas baby and toddler clothing on sale right now at buy one, get one for just a penny. You can save […]
If you could receive customer payments faster, how would your business improve? Many small businesses struggle with cash collections, and finding enough cash to operate each month can be a challenge. Speeding up cash collections, […]
Not everyone likes to budget. In fact, only two in five Americans say they keep a budget, according to a 2018 study done by the National Federation for Credit Counseling. “No one likes working on […]
As tax season approaches, you may be looking forward to a potential refund or dreading owing money to the IRS. If you struggle with the latter, you may wonder if you can pay taxes with […]
I’ve heard countless people say they can’t find the money to spare after they have covered their monthly expenses. Sure, everyone has their own sets of budgetary constraints. Whether you’re just getting on your feet […]
If you’re expecting a tax refund, you probably already know how you’re going to spend it. But there’s a chance your refund won’t hit your mailbox or your bank account at all if you’re behind […]
Who among us hasn’t squealed in delight at the adorable, impeccable figure of Marie Kondo, blithely helping borderline hoarders reorganize their lives? (Seriously, if you have not yet, go watch now. It is an instant […]
The concept of “brand” only matters to huge companies, right? Oh so wrong. In today’s world, where even tweens are focusing on their “personal brand,” every entrepreneur needs to consider what their company brand stands […]
So, you’ve found a mistake on your credit report — now what? It’s time to file a dispute. But if that task seems daunting, or if you’re worried it won’t be worth the effort, keep […]
On April 23, I will celebrate the publication of my first cookbook. If you had asked me five years ago, I never would have believed getting a publishing deal with HarperCollins could have been possible. […]
When the real estate bubble burst in late 2008, many Americans saw their home values fall drastically, but a lot has changed in the 10 years since — housing prices have rebounded from their lows […]
As products go down a manufacturing line, every added cost and inefficiency eats into the profit margin. It’s why lean manufacturing has become essential for all businesses to survive in an ultra-competitive global economy. Fortunately, […]
Tired of the rat race? Hate that morning drive? Toni Price doesn’t worry about it anymore. Price is a customer service agent for an insurance company, but not in a downtown office. She is one […]
Renters insurance protects you from the financial risk of losing your personal property, being liable for someone’s injury, or needing alternative housing accommodations when you live in a home you rent. Like other forms of […]
While Meghan Markle may be busy living a fairytale with her prince, that doesn’t mean she is exempt from all the monotonous chores the rest of us commoners have to deal with. While it’s unlikely […]
If you’ve always relied on your landlord or a contractor to fix things in your home, you may be tempted to just pull out your phone the next time something breaks. But as many seasoned […]
Do you know the true cost of operating your business? Many business owners – even people with years of industry experience — don’t fully understand the financial impact of workers’ compensation insurance. The cost can […]
Secured credit cards can be a helpful tool for building credit, and there are many to choose from — both to help you build personal credit and to help you build business credit. Below are some of […]
Between birthday parties and baseball games, it’s easy to see how tax season can sneak up on parents. If you’ve been putting off your taxes, you’re in good company. Compared to this time of year […]
I live in Colorado, one of the seven states in the U.S. that have “legalized” recreational pot for adult citizens. And many non-Coloradans come our way to take pot vacations. But indulging in your favorite […]
Running a small business means making strategic decisions about your finances. Frequently, this initially means opening a business checking account, but for many small business owners, a business credit card represents the next logical, if not necessary, step. […]