Labor unions were first started in 1881 and now one in 10 workers in America is a member of a labor union, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Being part of a union means […]
A few weeks into the most active part of hurricane season, homeowner attitudes have yet to reflect the real risk of storm damage. In a survey of 1,050 U.S. homeowners, ValuePenguin found that while 77% […]
If you run a retail business, a Point of Sale (POS) system is an essential component to your success. A POS system is where your customer pays for your products, and you accept and record that payment. […]
Opening a business is about much more than finances: It’s also about grit, resilience, and the commitment to learn and grow along the way. Over the years, we’ve picked up tried-and-true practices that have helped […]
It’s a great time to be looking for work. There were 7.3 million job openings in the United States at the end of June, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The job openings rate, […]
Many credit card companies allow cardholders to designate authorized users on their account. This allows children, spouses, family members, and even friends and employees to access the cardholder’s line of credit. This can also help […]
In the course of doing business, there are costs and expenses that are not directly related to creating products or services, but must still be paid on an ongoing basis. These are called “overhead costs” and are […]
Being a parent has its rewards, but money usually isn’t one of them. Not only do kids cost a lot to raise—what with food, clothing, doctor bills, and the occasional visit to a Disney property—they […]
Do you carry cash? Are you carrying cash right now? If you had to make a cash purchase, would you need to make a quick trip to the ATM? If you answered no to the […]
Today’s business word of the day is “nexus” (pronounced nek-səs, plural nexuses). According to the American Heritage English Dictionary, the definition of nexus is a connection or link. The term could also refer to a connected […]