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Many small business owners, lacking the budget for a dedicated sales team, take on the responsibility of making sales themselves. However, this can be a difficult task without specialized sales training. One of the most important skills among salespeople is the ability to handle objections — something stopping a potential client from going forward...

Choosing the right place to retire can have a major impact on your life and your loved ones. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, most Americans turning age 65 will need long-term care at some point in their lives. Many turn to care facilities once they are unable to perform specific activities of daily living milestones,...

Smartphones have revolutionized how you can perform financial transactions, making it easy for you to shop, pay bills, and send money to friends from wherever you are. You can perform these transactions in a variety of ways, such as paying via web browser or app, using near-field communications (NFC) technology to tap your phone at checkout, or...

Every year you tell yourself you will not wait until the last minute to file your business’s tax return. Every year, though, you still find yourself scrambling to complete it. If you are ready to break the procrastinating cycle when it comes to filing your business’s tax return, implement these tips into your business plan:

It’s easy to get crossovers and SUVs confused. Some vehicles, like the Toyota Highlander and Nissan Murano, are referred to as both interchangeably. U.S. News & World Report, one of the leading resources for new vehicle research, lists several crossovers on its lists of the best SUVs. If you’re shopping for a new vehicle and aren’t sure which is...

As the owner of a small business, you want to reach as many potential customers as possible. Despite the rise of email and social media marketing, regular direct mail can still play a key role in helping you achieve this goal. However, before you start planning a direct mail marketing campaign, it’s important to understand the pros and cons of...

As a parent, you are your child’s first and most enduring teacher. The example you set, the lessons you teach, and the instruction you neglect will live in your child’s psyche forever. That includes how to handle money. Help your kids develop good money habits now and throughout their lives with the following financial lessons:

Criminals are crafty, smart, and — for the most part — lazy. They are looking for accounts they can easily hack and information that is simple to steal. By putting up barriers, even simple ones, you can help protect your account from thieves.

To increase the success of your business, you need to make more money — and sometimes you need to borrow money to increase cash flow and unlock better opportunities for revenue growth. However, taking out a small business loan may seem like a bigger risk than it’s worth.

Even if you’re nowhere near retirement age, chances are you’ve been — or have recently begun — preparing for the eventuality of leaving a working lifestyle behind. A lot goes into retirement planning, and knowing where to start or how to make sure everything goes as planned can be daunting. That’s where the concept of “age banding” comes into...