If you’ve started a small business, you’re likely enjoying success while simultaneously worrying about the future. For many entrepreneurs, part of that future is growing, whether that means adding new locations or carrying a wider range […]
If you’ve received an email or letter in the mail from your card issuer requesting an income update, you may wonder if it’s worthwhile to share that information. It’s OK to be hesitant to update […]
Airbnb is getting into the design business, focused on building prototypes for what the home of the future could look like, starting in the fall of 2019. As well as how the home looks and […]
Having any chronic health condition such as lupus can cause a person to believe that getting life insurance coverage is impossible. But that’s hardly the case. You just have to know how to manage the […]
Whether intentional or unintentional, fraud can happen to any business. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to minimize the risk of it happening to you. Here are eight practices that can help protect your […]
Going out to eat is expensive — and while ordering in may seem like a more affordable — and convenient — alternative, the costs can really add up, especially if you get takeout often. But, […]
If you can’t answer this question with hard numbers, then you don’t really know. The most successful companies have systems in place to make sure that profit is prioritized, expenses are controlled and stakeholders are […]
With tuition costs higher than ever, some college grads are finding themselves with student loan balances of $100,000 or more. If you’re one of them, you might be feeling completely overwhelmed about tackling this mountain […]
As someone in charge of the company finances (not to mention everything else in your business), you’re constantly on the looking for opportunities to save. Throughout tax season, business owners have a number of money-saving […]
There are many ways to improve your credit, but most of them require consistent time and effort. However, a new pilot program from popular credit scoring company FICO® could change that. If the program goes […]
No matter how simple or complicated your finances are, doing your taxes always involves some level of hassle. At the minimum, you have to compile your tax documents and complete your returns by April 15 […]
Many of the personality traits that make a person an ideal candidate for military life, including independence, a desire to serve and the ability to stand firm in difficult circumstances, translate well into the world […]
When most people first decide they’d like to file for divorce, the minutiae of their finances might not be top of mind. The psychological burden of a marriage ending can be all-consuming, making it difficult […]
These days, there’s an app for everything — including the FAFSA (the Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The Department of Education has gone mobile, and you can now file for student financial aid right […]
Proposition 13 was enacted in California in 1978 to limit the amount of property taxes that homeowners pay. Prop 13 protects your property taxes from increasing by more than 2 percent per year. It protects […]
Divorce is one of the leading predictors of both bankruptcy and home foreclosure. Women are especially prone to a long-term financial fallout from divorce. Within a year of the end of their marriages, women are three […]
Although the national housing market has recently begun to cool off, there are still many places in the United States where markets remain highly competitive. LendingTree, the nation’s leading online loan marketplace, ordered the 50 […]
There are more than 50 million freelancers working in America today in just about every field imaginable according to Upwork and Freelancers Union. If you’re earning taxable income as a freelancer, it doesn’t matter to […]
We’re well into January — do you know where your desk is? If you haven’t caught the new year cleaning bug, you aren’t alone. Whereas most small-business owners find it easy to be creative, they often […]
In 2017, $16.8 billion was stolen from consumers in the U.S. This data, uncovered by Javelin Strategy & Research in their Identity Fraud Report, illustrates the growing problem of identity theft. And although you can freeze your credit […]
It’s hard to believe that I just passed eight years as an entrepreneur. As we’ve grown at Content Marketing Institute, I’ve leaned on many critical resources, and I keep them pinned to my office wall—such as Mark […]
Moms and dads say they know best, especially when it comes to money matters. But a lot has changed since your parents were building their nest egg, so there are things you may want to […]
Computers and smartphones aren’t the only gadgets in our lives in danger of getting hacked. Smart home security cameras, children’s toys and even our routers, the device that takes us on the internet, are all […]
Bad credit can make refinancing a home loan harder, but it’s far from a disqualifier. According to credit rating agency Experian, “bad credit” is a score of 669 or below on a FICO score range […]
Chances are, your new year resolutions have something to do with money. Whether the goal is to save more, budget better, or pay off debt, most of us put better financial habits towards the top […]
When you are facing a pile of debt that you just can’t seem to shake it can be tempting to look toward your retirement accounts as a way to escape. Retirement is a long time […]
Even though it’s only the beginning of the year, you’re likely already planning your 2019 vacations. If you plan on traveling at all, you should consider getting travel insurance to cover your trips. Travel often […]
The new year is a perfect time to make some changes in your life, whether that’s starting a new workout program or getting a new job. Whatever lifestyle changes you might want to make, don’t […]
Marketing strategies, new equipment, and educational courses seem like practical purchases for a new business. But do you really need them? When you’re on a shoestring budget, extra expenses can drive your startup into the […]
From a leaky roof to a broken bone, life can throw you unexpected costs that must be immediately addressed. When an emergency expense pops up, having adequate savings can help you ride out the storm. […]