The holidays are all about giving, but it can be a tricky task to act out pure generosity without finding yourself penniless come new year. Luckily, with a bit of creativity and foresight, you can indulge in all your favorite holiday traditions while … [Read more]
The sharing economy has re-configured the way we operate and live. Thanks to smart phones, virtually any need can be met instantly with the click of a mobile app. These sharing apps provide seemingly endless possibilities for consumers to unite … [Read more]
Planning for the future - and for the unexpected - requires long-term preparation. How much money do you need to set aside for your retirement? What about for emergencies such as home and car repairs, medical bills, or job loss? If … [Read more]
Small business owners have disparate needs and objectives. The need for a strong program to manage finances, however, is imperative whether you are a start-up, consultant, freelancer, sole-proprietor, or a growing microbusiness. The day-to-day … [Read more]
Setting up an IRA (Individual Retirement Account) is a secure way to garner a steady retirement nest egg over the span of your career. There are many types of IRA’s; which one is right for you is determined based on your … [Read more]
Participating in philanthropic endeavors is an invaluable way to give back to the community and causes that you, or your company, are passionate about. In this digital age however, it’s important to carefully research the organization in question to … [Read more]
On July 31 Preseident Obama signed the short-term mass transit and highway funding extension bill into law, which continues to provide funding for transportation projects. Additionally, Congress included in the bill a number of changes to tax … [Read more]
Financial management directly influences the performance of your business. Overestimate cash flow, and you could find yourself in the red. Underestimate, and you could miss out on investment opportunities. To ensure proper fund forecasting and … [Read more]
Staying in control of your finances is one of the most important and difficult responsibilities for most adults. The results, then, when Forbes Insights and Northwestern Mutual surveyed a group of women regarding how their confidence correlates to … [Read more]
Do you know what your credit score is? Do you know what other people see when they check your credit score? If you’re not sure, it’s probably a good idea to personally check your own score. Everyone is eligible to one free credit report each year … [Read more]