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How to handle money is an important life lesson. The sooner you start your child’s financial education, the more knowledgeable and responsible they will be with their money. Opening a checking account for your child is a great way to impart real-world money lessons.

Starting a business has never been easier, but competing with corporate megaliths is growing more difficult. However, owning a small company gives you numerous opportunities to stand out from larger competitors and start down the road to success. Here are a few of the best and most effective ways to set your business apart:

As an entrepreneur, you’ve probably considered and calculated a myriad of expenses, including the cost of inventory, rent, utilities, shipping and equipment. But have you considered how much you’ll be paid for your time and effort?

Whether you desire to increase your home’s value, or need extra living space, an addition can be a worthwhile modification to your house. There are many ways you can expand your house’s size, so make sure you pick the solution that’s best for your needs while adding the most value. Here are the most common home additions that may benefit you:

If there’s one thing we all want and need more of, it’s money. However, many of us struggle to take control of our finances, whether that’s because we spend too much on non-essentials, have a less-than-ideal credit score, or any number of other factors. Thankfully, there are numerous smartphone apps that can help you keep track of your money and...

We all know the importance of routine car maintenance, but one frequently overlooked type is seasonal care. As summer starts to slip into fall, here are some simple ways to make sure your vehicle stays in perfect health.

There is no question farmers are essential workers. Without their dedication to the land, hard work and ingenuity, Americans would have little or no access to the food they need to sustain their health. Operating a 24/7 enterprise, though, has its difficulties, and sometimes farmers need financial assistance when crops fail or the economy...

More employees than ever are working remotely because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and for some of them it might be a brand-new experience. As a leader at your company, it’s important to make sure your business is running well, and your staff is meeting all of their benchmarks.

With more companies taking their business online due to the pandemic, it’s likely your business will need to hold video calls with clients. Much like other forms of communication, video calls have certain etiquette rules — and your ability to follow them can make or break your professional image in the eyes of your clients. Here are some tips to...

Nearly 30 years ago, several automakers began implementing a new program at dealerships: instead of auctioning off trade-ins and other brand-new returned vehicles, they would resell them with added benefits. These vehicles became known as Certified Pre-Owned vehicles, and the CPO program was born.