6 ways to shop smarter online
More than 79% of Americans purchased goods and services online in 2018 and that number is expected to exceed 90% in 2023. Online shopping is becoming the norm, but that doesn’t mean we’re all pro shoppers. From […]
How much does it cost to become president?
If you’re thinking about running to be leader of the free world, get ready to pony up more than half a billion dollars, judging from the last two campaign cycles and current fundraising trends. Republican […]
What to do if you get a massive medical bill
It’s scary to receive a medical bill that’s costlier than expected. Medical debt can sometimes lead to bankruptcy and hurt things like your credit score and ability to buy a home. Some let the payment notices pile […]
3 ways for retailers to prepare for a successful holiday season
November and December holiday retail sales will increase between 3.8% and 4.2% over 2018, predicts the National Retail Federation (NRF). But with competition coming from all sides and online shopping taking a big piece of the holiday […]
Where does payroll go in my ledger?
Payroll is the most complex accounting process you must complete. Your accounting transactions are posted to general ledger, but is the information accurate? How do you get the payroll process right? To understand how payroll […]
Best & worst paying states for chefs and head cooks
Chef’s Pencil recently published its annual report on employment and wage trends for chefs and head cooks in the US. The report was based on an analysis of data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. One […]
Is a recession looming? Here’s what to do with your money if you’re worried
Few words evoke as much anxiety and dread as “recession,” but the reality is that recessions are part of the business cycle. Right now, Americans are enjoying the longest economic expansion in our country’s history, […]
Need to pay Lyft taxes? Here’s how to file
A recent report from the Pew Research Center found that more Americans are using ridesharing apps than ever before. In 2018, 36% of adults said that they used some sort of ride-hailing service, up from 15% in […]
10 tech startups focused on improving life for older Americans
Some of the most famous and successful companies to emerge from Silicon Valley, from Facebook to Uber to Airbnb, have grown and benefited from investments and funding by venture capital firms. Startups aimed at consumers […]
As homeownership rates recede, renters move in
After a decade’s worth of demographic and economic shifts, the U.S. has seen significant change in the balance between renters and homeowners. As the increase in renter households continue to outpace the growth of homeowners, […]