The pint-size nation off the English coast
On Christmas Eve of 1966, Paddy Roy Bates, a retired British army major, drove a small boat with an outboard motor seven miles off the coast of England into the North Sea. He had sneaked […]
The unexpected pitfall of overspending on Valentine’s Day
Good intentions should be acknowledged, but if you spend too much money on Valentine’s Day, your partner may be a bit peeved. According to a new survey by CompareCards, 31% of respondents reported they would […]
Marketing plan examples for small business owners
As a small business owner, you have a lot on your plate. You have to oversee everything from accounting practices to hiring. One of the most critical components of growing your business is your marketing strategy. […]
How to read the results of your credit report dispute
So, you’ve disputed an item on one of your credit reports, and now you’ve gotten your response. Now what? These tips about how to read the results of your credit report dispute can help. 1. […]
11 steps to take if you’re turning 65 this year
Are you turning 65 this year? Congrats! You’ve hit a major milestone. To make sure this year and the many years that follow are amazing, you need to take these smart steps on Social Security, […]
3 simple payroll tips to make your life easier
For new and even experienced entrepreneurs, the process of managing payroll can feel like a complicated jigsaw. Even if you run a small business, you still need to follow the same laws as larger corporate entities that […]
Tax season 2020: 7 things parents need to know
Looking back even a year can be a real “whoa” moment when you’re a parent. It’s only been a year since my baby was that tiny? Whether your kids’ current milestones include first steps, loose teeth or […]
How many tax allowances can I take?
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 altered how many tax allowances you should take for every year since it became law and it certainly has for 2020. Tax allowances are approximate estimates of reductions in […]
6 business policies you should put in writing (and why)
One way to keep your business financially sound is to do all you can to mitigate risks. You can protect your business by putting certain policies in writing. Here are six policies that every small-business […]
9 tips for selling your home in 2020
If selling your home is on your to-do list this year, you’ll have a lot of decisions to make. Your success relies on several factors, and small details can make the difference between selling quickly […]