For almost a decade, Trader Joe’s has been one of America’s top grocery chains — and with good reason. Its locations carry high quality products, provide top-rated customer service, and come outfitted in an eclectic […]
Spring is just about here and with it comes warmer weather and another season’s worth of freebies! The first official day of spring is March 20 — but there are plenty of bonuses to enjoy […]
It’s that time of year again… tax time! Whether you like it or not, April 15 is inching closer, and knowing how to handle student loans on your tax forms can help you save money. […]
Many small businesses dream of having a global business—and until recently, it’s been a challenge for companies to participate in international markets. But there’s been a major shift in the last several years: technology has […]
If you’ve ever been in the market for new credit, then you’ve probably developed a healthy interest in your credit scores. These numbers are, after all, the keys to whatever dream of yours that credit […]
Seeing your children’s smiles is an irresistible treat for parents, but a mouth full of pearly whites isn’t the only reason to invest in your kids’ oral health. A North Carolina study showed that children with poor […]
Look around. We’re already toe-deep into a world in which humans and machines collaborate. Chatbots are often our first interaction with a customer service department before we’re connected to a “live” representative. Robots work alongside […]
Multiple sclerosis is a serious health condition, and from a life insurance perspective, it can cause complications. Still, it is possible to get life insurance coverage even if you have the disease. It’s mostly a […]
When you’re buying or refinancing a house it goes without saying you want to get a competitive interest rate with favorable terms associated with the money you are borrowing. Two programs that support your ability […]
As DIY’ers, we always get a little giddy when it comes time to chat about tools. (Yes, we’re nerds like that.) So, it should come as no surprise that we’ve covered tools here on the HireAHelper […]
Women make up more than half of the U.S. population, but by various measures, they still don’t have their fair share. More than 1 in 7 women (nearly 25.2 million) lived in poverty in 2017, […]
Spring is right around the corner, which means it’s time to come out of hibernation and do some tidying up before summer hits. Along with organizing the basement and cleaning out your closet, why not […]
Social media has evolved. It’s not just about an interesting personality posting status updates, and interesting pictures anymore. It’s about catching attention in a fraction of a second. It’s about monitoring, measuring, and adjusting. It’s […]
On-time payments are a simple concept, but do you know how influential they can be to your credit scores? Turns out, one of the key components to building credit is as simple as making sure […]
It was the constant back-and-forth via email that began to really drive me crazy. It didn’t matter what online dating site I was on. I felt like I kept ending up in a rabbit hole […]
Bankruptcy isn’t something most of us want to consider, even when we’ve dug ourselves into a significant financial hole. But in some circumstances, bankruptcy can provide the financial protection and relief we need. Perhaps the […]
When you think of the term “self-employed,” what springs to mind? Do you think of an entrepreneur building a start-up? A freelance photographer? Someone with a brilliant idea that has yet to take flight? To […]
Now is the time to embark on the path to create change in your own organization and eliminate age discrimination. This shouldn’t be daunting or difficult; it requires honest reflection, the commitment to make a […]
The future of Social Security has been of major concern to many political leaders, especially given the deteriorating retirement outlook for most Americans. Congressional Democrats have been pushing for years for a major Social Security reform proposal. […]
Finding a place to live can be challenging — and so can choosing between renting or buying a home. Each option has its advantages and disadvantages. Renting can be the best option if a person […]
There’s one word that belongs at the top of the priority list for most business owners: growth. In our survey of self-employed workers, we asked respondents to cite their goals for their businesses. Growth came in […]
A majority of Americans are operating without a financial safety net. Per a Policygenius survey, only 32% of Americans have life insurance — and even fewer people (12.5%) have disability insurance. Both coverages are instrumental […]
As a small business owner, your employees are among your most valuable assets, and creating a culture where they feel engaged and motivated to work hard should be at the top of your priority list. Employee […]
Sometimes — particularly in business — you just need someone to tell it to you straight. There are a lot of tips to sift through when you first get started, and let’s face it: Not all of […]
Remember Beanie Babies? Those soft, squishy animals were all the rage during the 1990s. And while most of them are worth just a few dollars these days, some have sold for as high as $3,000. Are there other […]
“Great fear is concealed under daring.” This idea — courtesy of a Roman poet named Marcus Annaeus Lucanus — is one I rejected for years. Where I grew up, if you were a guy, you didn’t cry. You bit the […]
A personal loan can be taken out for a variety of reasons. For some people, a personal loan is one way to cover a financial emergency, such as unexpected medical costs. For others, a personal loan can […]
Perhaps one of the most frustrating things about small business management is the seemingly endless list of “statements” you should prepare. And the fact that all kind of sound alike. How is a cash flow […]
As a parent of a 3-year-old, I’m just trying to get through my daughter’s current tantrum phase–figuring out the best way to save for college feels all but impossible. Even though I started saving before […]
The new year is full of celebrations, resolutions, and new beginnings, but those aren’t the only things happening in Q1. Tax season has officially begun, and like your grandmother, the IRS would love to hear […]