The bright side of small business debt
When it comes to your business, the thought of taking on debt can be intimidating and risky. What happens if you run into a financial situation in which you can’t pay back what you owe? No matter […]
W-2 employee forms: A small business owner’s guide to filing
If you’re a small business owner ready to hire workers, you need to understand the tax implications of doing so. Business owners can recruit two types of workers — employees and independent contractors, otherwise known […]
Debt relief vs credit counseling: Which is right for you?
Navigating your debt relief options may seem daunting. Debt relief and credit counseling are just two major types of debt management you might consider. With debt relief, you hire a company to negotiate a settlement […]
5 jobs that pay well & don’t require a 4-year degree
Earnings for employees with only an associate’s degree are 28% — or $336 a week — less than what a typical bachelor’s degree holder makes, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Unemployment rates […]
Make sure you know these 7 things ahead of open enrollment
A federal appeals court could nullify the Affordable Care Act in a few weeks, but open enrollment on the state and federal health insurance marketplaces is expected to go on as usual starting Nov. 1. So, if […]
Should you give up on your home-buying dreams?
Homeownership has fallen in the past couple of decades, especially among young Americans. In 1985, more than 45% of Americans ages 25 to 34 were homeowners. In 2015, only 35% were. Why homeownership is falling […]
Is it time to reevaluate how you manage payroll?
The start of the year is a great time to reassess your business. To grow sales and profits in 2019, you’ll need to process more transactions and serve more customers. You may also need to […]
How long after filing bankruptcy can I buy a house?
So you’ve declared bankruptcy at some point in the recent past and now you’re wondering when you can buy a new home? The simple answer to this question is, well, simple: Whenever you want. There aren’t any […]
How to ask your boss to let you work from home
It seems like everyone wants to work from home these days. Remote or telecommuting jobs are in high demand, and flexible work hours rank as one of the top-four things women want from their employers. The American workforce […]
More than half of Americans think investing as risky as gambling, survey finds
Everybody has mixed feelings about Lady Luck. She can be your best friend or your greatest foe. Some people jump at the opportunity to test their luck, while others always play it safe — either […]