8 money tasks to do before the end of the year
The year (and decade) is coming to an end. To prepare for the new year ahead, take a look at your current financial situation and brainstorm some ways to improve it. By doing so, you’ll […]
By 2022 only these 12 states will tax Social Security benefits
It might surprise some people to find out that Social Security benefits are not exempt from being taxed, taking a bite out of their potential retirement income. Luckily, most states don’t tax Social Security — currently 37 of them, to be […]
Expert advice to help you manage your payroll taxes
Don’t let the challenge of processing payroll overwhelm you. Filing your business taxes may be the most frustrating process in your business, and it becomes more complex as you add more staff. But, it doesn’t have to […]
Study proves the adage: Neither a borrower nor a lender be
Mixing money with your personal relationships can get tricky. A recent LendingTree survey of over 1,000 Americans found that almost a third of respondents reported negative consequences from lending or borrowing money from family and friends. Key […]
Make sense of your money with these financial calculators
Oftentimes financial planning can feel like a lonely, confusing endeavor. However, there are calculators that can help you see how to make the most of your money through strategic changes, as well as some that […]
How small businesses manage human resources
When you’re a solopreneur, being in charge of “human resources” is pretty easy. As a party of one, you can confidently take a vacation to Fort Lauderdale when you feel like it, choose your own […]
Are you ready for early retirement (or just kidding yourself)?
An exciting development over the last several years has been the FIRE movement. Financial independence is defined as having sufficient passive income and/or adequate investments to cover your living expenses. The turning point is when you […]
8 things you should understand before you retire
When your income from work ends, in addition to earning a solid rate of return, investing carries two more essential responsibilities: generating the inflation-fighting cash flow you need to support your lifestyle, and keeping your […]
15 super-weird jobs that can pay really well
You do what for a living? There are many more occupations that are held by the roughly 128 million full-time workers in the U.S. than the typical jobs that first come to our minds. If you’ve ever watched the […]
Retirement planning: 4 things to focus on beyond finances
When it comes to retirement planning, our thoughts usually jump straight to finances. Do I have enough saved in my 401k? How will I manage healthcare costs? When should I start collecting Social Security? All valid concerns, for […]