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Your business needs high-performing staff to help it grow and thrive. When your best employees give their notice, how far should you go to try to make them stay?

Whether you’re shopping for your first car or a newer model, the first thing you should do before visiting the dealership is establish your financing options. Enlighten yourself with these basic auto financing terms so you know exactly what you’re agreeing to when signing the paperwork to fund your new vehicle:

The fundamental difference between a secured and unsecured loan is the collateral requirement. But what is collateral? Why is it important? And what is a lien? Here’s everything you need to know:

The popularity of the home business model has seen a significant spike in recent years. More and more individuals have found success earning a living from the comfort of their own home. There can be many perks to being a home business owner, but one benefit not many owners take advantage of is the ability to claim a home office tax deduction. If...

The real estate market is an ever-evolving entity, subject to buyers’ wants, sellers’ needs, and the state of the economy. These influences can make selling or buying a home exceptionally complicated. That is why you need some insider information. When you are shopping for a new home or getting ready to put your home on the market, remember the...

For those who are willing and able to give back, volunteering for various causes can be a rewarding and even life-changing experience. And the good news is, it’s just as easy and effective to give back from the comfort of your own home. Virtual volunteering can be a great way to aid those in need while still maintaining necessary social distancing.

Credit cards are a ubiquitous part of modern life. But while increasingly advanced websites and smartphone apps give you a lot of control over your credit cards and accounts, sometimes it is best to speak to a live customer service representative over the phone to get something done. The following are situations when making that call makes the...

An increasing number of companies have begun offering flexible work schedules to their employees. If you’re considering allowing flex time at your business, it’s important to keep these advantages and disadvantages in mind:

Staying motivated to work out can be difficult, especially during short winter days. If you’re struggling to stick to your fitness plan, be sure to follow these tips and tricks for making exercise a part of your daily routine:

In today’s fast-paced, online-centric world, scammers have more tools than ever to separate you from your hard-earned money. These efforts often ramp up during the holidays season. It is important to know these major warning signs for financial fraud: