As an entrepreneur, you know the importance of having an online presence — and an app may feel like the natural next step in your company’s growth. While having your own app comes with benefits, it’s also critical to understand the costs and drawbacks of the endeavor. Here are some factors to help you decide whether an app is a good fit for your...
Tax Advice for Planning Your Retirement Income
Once you’ve achieved your goal of retirement, making your well-earned income stretch as much as possible becomes a chief priority. Structuring your retirement around how your retirement income is taxed helps keep your finances free and flowing so you’ll never need to worry about making ends meet.
Topics: Retirement, Financial Education
How to Make DIY Cleaning Solutions
In the last few years, many of us have increased our cleaning habits at home. If you’re looking for a more natural way of doing so, consider some of these DIY solutions you can whip up in no time:
Topics: Lifestyle, Homeowners
Social Media Credit Card Scams
Social media can be a force of good, connecting people across the globe. It can also be a source of evil, with unscrupulous people and companies trying to get your money, data, and personal information. Social media scams are prevalent in the virtual world; here is a closer look at how they could trick you and how to stay safe:
Topics: Financial Education
Must-Have Accessories for Your Spring Road Trip
Before you answer the call of the open road, it is important to make sure you are traveling with everything you need for a safe, fun, and successful journey. For your spring road trip, be sure to pack the following must-have accessories:
Managing Your Child’s Credit
You may not think you need to be concerned about your young child’s credit now, but identity thieves do not discriminate. They can target minors and wreak havoc on their credit before parents are even aware. So, it is important to work to protect your child’s credit history, before they need it.
Topics: Financial Education, Family
Do You Need a New Logo?
Regardless of how long your business has been open or how well-established it is in the community, branding will always be a crucial part of your marketing — so it’s important you have a good logo. Here are some signs that your company’s logo may need a makeover:
Topics: Small Business
College Alternatives
While college can be an excellent prospect for many students, it’s far from the only path to success. Whether you’re looking to save money, fit classes into your busy schedule, or simply pursue a different type of career, these college alternatives could be the perfect opportunity for your lifestyle. Here’s an overview of what these four...
Topics: Financial Education, Family
How to Sell Your Car Privately
Instead of trading in your used vehicle at a dealership — where you are likely to get less than the retail price — you can sell it yourself to a private party. While you may be rewarded with a more lucrative sale, it will also require more effort. Here are some of the most important steps you’ll need to take:
Topics: Lifestyle
Finding the Right Renters Insurance
If you are paying rent — whether it is in an apartment, condominium, or home — it is vital you have renters insurance. These policies often provide liability insurance and can protect your personal property in the event of certain tragedies like fire, theft, or flooding. Here are some tips on finding the right renters insurance for your needs:
Topics: Financial Education
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