This is how to bootstrap your startup
When starting a business, you might think you need a big-time investor to infuse your startup with a large amount of capital. You may even have your “Shark Tank” pitch ready to go. But for many […]
7 ways to deal with large medical bills
Large medical bills are a different kind of debt. This is partially because they don’t come from traditional lenders, and because you can be swapped with a very large amount of debt in a short […]
Mortgage inquiry make your credit score drop? Not so fast…
Mortgage loan officers hear daily from consumers that they don’t want their credit score pulled because they’re worried about their credit score dropping. Unfortunately, the internet is full of information providing an overabundance of information to consumers yet […]
Cities where retirement-age Americans carry the most & least debt
While retirement is a life stage most Americans plan for, many aren’t financially prepared for this step. One common obstacle to a sound retirement plan is debt. Workers often ramp up retirement contributions leading up […]
Places where minority entrepreneurs are succeeding
Minority entrepreneurs have a major presence in the U.S. business landscape, as there are about 8 million minority-owned businesses throughout the country. However, not all of these business owners are succeeding. Several factors could be […]
Quarterly estimated taxes explained
Every tax season, individuals and businesses alike are knee-deep in receipts, W-2s, 1099s and state and federal tax forms. Sometimes making sense of your taxes seems like it’s own job. This article will provide an […]
Here’s how to never run out of money
Most people I meet don’t really care about acquiring great wealth. But everyone wants to make sure they never run out of money. If that resonates with you, I have good news. You really don’t have […]
5 tips to get your business off to a strong start
Starting a business is quite an undertaking. You need an idea and gumption enough to bring it to life. Of course, it takes more than an idea and gumption. Time, energy, and funding all factor […]
Cheap Valentine’s Day flower ideas your wallet will love
What do couples fight about all the time? Money. So if you overspend on Valentine’s Day flowers, you could be setting yourself up for another money fight. “There can be an intense pressure to shower our […]
5 signs that you’re not ready to start a business
For every story about a successful entrepreneur who is living the good life, there are tons of others about those who are barely getting by. There was once a time when I was one of those in […]