Record-high inflation has forced many Americans to consider taking on a second job to help pay for their living expenses. In fact, a recent survey revealed that 38% of US employees have looked for a second job, while another 14% have considered doing so. That means over half of working ...
Business owners may feel like the distinction between business and personal has become increasingly blurred these days, but one thing’s certain — the IRS doesn’t see things that way. As a small business owner, separating your personal wealth from your business finances is essential. Doing so not only helps when ...
Being armed with the right research and information is critical when selecting a franchise to invest in. It’s important to have a strong understanding of the franchise’s financial performance, the customer experience and the level of support the franchise receives from the larger corporate team so that you can be ...
Owning a franchised business can be extremely lucrative. Franchises are established businesses that have had market success and function under a corporate structure that dictates the business’ operations, making management a streamlined process.Owners can benefit from this corporate framework because it will often provide built-in branding, marketing and operational processes, ...
Buying a franchise is a great investment for entrepreneurs looking for a proven business model where the operations are turnkey and the brand recognition and internal processes are built in. If you’re looking to buy a franchise, it’s important to know which model you’d like to adopt and which industry ...
So, you’ve got a great idea for a new business and an entrepreneurial spirit. Where do you go from here? Starting your own business is a big deal – along with the opportunity to be your own boss, it also comes with some risks. You can mitigate some of those ...
Identity theft occurs when someone steals your personal information and uses it to take your money, use your credit cards or open new ones, file tax returns, make health insurance claims, and more. According to the National Council on Identity Theft Protection, identity theft is shockingly prevalent and on the ...
Women have always had the wherewithal to handle our own financial independence, to plan for retirement, to succeed in owning our own businesses, to excel in the workplace, and so much more. Though it’s taken years of dedication and hard work for society to start catching on to this fundamental ...
The original theme of this month's newsletter changed rather dramatically as the early March events in the banking sector radically altered the tone in the markets. While the focus had been a deeper dive into the “Recession vs Runway” theme for an economic landing, the failures of Silicon Valley Bank ...
Married couples seem to get a lot of breaks when it comes to finances—presumably, two people are earning (and sharing) income; they might have more choices for affordable insurance, and they often enjoy more generous tax deductions. Yet they also have to navigate tricky financial situations, such as allocating their ...
With the price of food on the rise, grocery bills are growing along with it. It can be a challenge to stick to your grocery budget while also trying to check everything off your list. But, with a little effort, you can keep your weekly grocery bill on budget. Whether ...
More than 11 million minority-owned businesses make up the economic fabric of the United States, according to data compiled by The Business Journals, and these businesses generate about $1.8 trillion in annual revenue, making up a good portion of the country’s economic success.Yet, minority-owned businesses do not receive nearly as ...