Adoption of digital payments is one of many technology-forward trends accelerated by the pandemic. In 2020, 78% of consumers had used digital payments in the past year, up from 72% in 2016, according to McKinsey.Consumers embraced digital payments out of necessity, as Covid made touch-free payments more appealing, but now ...
Supply chain disruptions continue to be a pervasive and major problem across industries in the US, serving as a catalyst to the skyrocketing inflation rate. Supply chain issues have hit the manufacturing sector especially hard, causing production delays, increasing prices for raw materials and goods, and hampering growth.Unfortunately, many manufacturing ...
Last year was characterized by a housing market unlike any we have seen in recent memory; it was a seller’s dream and a buyer’s nightmare. The national median home price hit an all-time high in June at $362,800, and, according to Redfin, the typical home sold in just 15 days. ...
The legal cannabis industry is experiencing rapid growth in the US, employing over 300,000 people and with anticipated sales of nearly $30 billion by 2025. Cannabis is now only fully illegal in eight states – the remaining states either decriminalized it, legalized it for medical use, or legalized it additionally ...
Looking to make the most of your savings? There are several great ways you can do that – you just have to understand your options. IRAs, CDs and Money Market Accounts all have their own advantages. See how they’re different and find out which type of accounts may be right ...
Even if you're used to having a variable income, starting a business — which is essentially what taking on a side gig is — can bring new challenges. Creating systems and getting organized at the start can give you a solid foundation for building your income and avoiding unnecessary expenses. ...
Community Commitment – Hebrew Free Loan SocietyInvesting in the communities we serve has been a long-standing pillar of Valley’s mission. When the COVID-19 pandemic began, small businesses were heavily impacted, with many experiencing financial and staffing issues.To help alleviate financial distress, Valley Bank continued to provide resources and grow its ...
One of the reasons that many people keep their savings in the bank is for the security of knowing that those funds will be there when they need them. But recent high-profile bank failures may have some folks concerned that their nest egg isn’t as secure as they might think. ...
According to a OnePoll for Ladders survey, the average U.S. adult spends almost $1,500 each month on things they can do without, such as restaurant meals, drinks, takeout or delivery, paid apps, streaming services, and coffee. At the same time, Americans aren’t spending money on some arguably essential items: 40% said they ...
Debt management can seem like a complicated topic. Luckily, there are relatively straightforward approaches to paying down debt that can point you in the right direction, and help you get a jump on healthier finances. Learning the basics of two core methods to pay down debt, plus key foundational tips, ...
If you run a small business, you most likely will always be looking for new ways to save money. This is because doing so will enable you to grow your business and you can achieve your goals more easily as a result of having more money to spare. That said, ...
Hed: Therapist-Approved Ways to Improve Your Health and Mental Wealth We all know the adage: “Money can’t buy happiness.” But if money provides the peace of mind that comes with knowing you can pay your bills and prepare for your future … can that possibly be true? In fact, new research shows ...