5 rookie mistakes that can tank your business
Picture a business as if it was a credit score. You want to keep it in good shape, which requires planning, diligence and hard work. Business owners need to prepare 100% for what could happen — […]
Nest warns customers they’ll need stronger passwords
A couple of high-profile incidents — including one where a Nest security camera was used to issue a fake missile warning — has forced Google-owned Nest to remind users about simple online security. Time and again, we […]
3 health insurance myths that can raise your rates
The cost of health insurance is a major concern for the majority of Americans, according to a recent Gallup poll. Health care costs are a complex issue. Many factors contribute to the costs of care […]
Should you go solar to save on electricity?
The cost of electricity is going up. The Energy Information Administration projects the average cost of electricity will be 13.45 cents per kilowatt hour in 2020, up from 12.91 cents in 2018. This means higher […]
Unusual tax breaks that small business owners can take advantage of
Considering all of the information, receipts and files that business owners must gather in order to successfully complete their taxes, it’s no wonder that tax season sends some of them into panic mode. Even more […]
5 tips for making your own living trust online
You can make your own living trust online very easily. For those of you who aren’t familiar with this subject, a trust allows you to control who receives your assets after you die. But that’s just […]
4 things Amazon sellers need to know about filing taxes
Are you a professional seller on Amazon? Or maybe you sold off a few personal items last year? Either way, you may be wondering if you need to report those earnings to the IRS this […]
How to address your 5 biggest retirement concerns
Approaching retirement can be a scary time. There are major decisions to make. You need to decide when to collect Social Security. You need to determine a withdrawal strategy for your retirement assets. Plus, you need […]
5 things you shouldn’t do with your tax refund (& 10 you should)
Tax season is upon us, meaning a refund might be headed your way. No doubt you’re excited by the idea of a cash influx, but this isn’t free money. “Most people think their tax return […]
6 easy tips to book a super-cheap cruise
A cheap cruise is our family’s favorite way to vacation. It takes a little bit of planning, but not nearly as much as a typical vacation. You pretty much sit back and relax for your […]