Is a career coach worth the cost?
How much did you pay for your education? How many years and how much effort did you invest in your college career? How much should you be able to earn over your working life? When […]
The pros & cons of buying a car from a dealership
So, you’re ready to buy a new car. There are more options than ever these days, but they all pretty much come down to two main categories: Buying a car from a private seller that […]
Does your charitable contribution actually do good?
Charities receive a higher amount of donations than ever before, but is the $25 you donated to adopt a sea otter named Charles actually protecting him and his environment? It can often be difficult to […]
7 overspending traps for small businesses to avoid
If you’re a small business owner, you know firsthand that every dollar counts. The less you spend on activities that don’t directly impact your business, the more money you’ll be able to apply straight to […]
Are you a stay-at-home parent? You should know this about life insurance
When my husband and I started shopping for life insurance, I’d just gone through a lot of life changes all at once: Moving to a new city Launching a business Pregnant with my first child […]
What bank is best for small business?
Choosing a bank for your small business is a process that needs careful thought and planning. When you do your research, the goal is to find an option that does more than offer a basic […]
Survey: 61% of Americans dreading holidays due to spending
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, with holiday lights, festive food and drink, gifts and time spent with family. But the winter holidays are expensive, and that’s putting a damper on things for […]
What if Santa used points & miles to travel on Christmas?
It’s no secret Santa Claus is a pretty incredible guy. He’s able to impeccably catalog every single child’s name and wishlist all over the world. He runs a tight ship as the CEO of a […]
Understanding financial projections and forecasting
In order to get the attention of serious investors, it is important to have realistic financial projections incorporated into your business plan. Projections can be a tricky business as you try to anticipate expenses while trying to […]
5 ways a good economy is costing you
The United States is now in its 11th year of economic growth, making this the longest period of economic expansion in the country’s history. That sounds impressive, but is the boom actually having an effect […]