The best (& worst) states for women to work
Women make up more than half of the U.S. population, but by various measures, they still don’t have their fair share. More than 1 in 7 women (nearly 25.2 million) lived in poverty in 2017, […]
15 ways to spring clean your finances
Spring is right around the corner, which means it’s time to come out of hibernation and do some tidying up before summer hits. Along with organizing the basement and cleaning out your closet, why not […]
The best social media apps for your business
Social media has evolved. It’s not just about an interesting personality posting status updates, and interesting pictures anymore. It’s about catching attention in a fraction of a second. It’s about monitoring, measuring, and adjusting. It’s […]
The big reason it’s important to pay your bills on time
On-time payments are a simple concept, but do you know how influential they can be to your credit scores? Turns out, one of the key components to building credit is as simple as making sure […]
Giving up on online dating saved my sanity & my wallet
It was the constant back-and-forth via email that began to really drive me crazy. It didn’t matter what online dating site I was on. I felt like I kept ending up in a rabbit hole […]
What actually happens when you file bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy isn’t something most of us want to consider, even when we’ve dug ourselves into a significant financial hole. But in some circumstances, bankruptcy can provide the financial protection and relief we need. Perhaps the […]
7 reasons self-employed workers are the rock stars of the business world
When you think of the term “self-employed,” what springs to mind? Do you think of an entrepreneur building a start-up? A freelance photographer? Someone with a brilliant idea that has yet to take flight? To […]
10 ways to make your organization age inclusive
Now is the time to embark on the path to create change in your own organization and eliminate age discrimination. This shouldn’t be daunting or difficult; it requires honest reflection, the commitment to make a […]
These could be the most significant changes to Social Security in 50 years
The future of Social Security has been of major concern to many political leaders, especially given the deteriorating retirement outlook for most Americans. Congressional Democrats have been pushing for years for a major Social Security reform proposal. […]
30 metro areas where it’s cheaper to rent than buy
Finding a place to live can be challenging — and so can choosing between renting or buying a home. Each option has its advantages and disadvantages. Renting can be the best option if a person […]