Economic Development

In years past, small business owners found themselves entering facts and figures into ledgers by hand, which took hours and hours to complete. Fortunately, financial software for accounting and bookkeeping has changed things dramatically. Now, what once took hours can take mere minutes, making it easier for you to focus…

Whether you have owned your small business for many years or are an entrepreneur who has just gotten started in the business world, you know today's business environment is more competitive than at any point in history. Because of this, it is vital that you make ongoing financial education for…

When the nation's economy starts to slow down, you as a small business owner cannot help but worry about what lies ahead. As the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated, uncertain economic times can emerge from nowhere in a hurry. When this occurs, having a plan in place can mean the difference between…

Regardless of whether you’re traveling on business or to a vacation spot, there are some smart money moves you can make while on the go. Those moves include pre-authorized transactions, automating payments, and exchanging U.S. dollars for foreign currency. In addition, you can also avoid overdraft charges and hire an…

When it comes to your parents, you’ve probably always been able to talk to them about anything. Yet, as you find yourself wanting to have a conversation about estate planning, you may be finding it to be harder than you anticipated. A topic often put off far too long, estate…

As you say goodbye to December and hello to January, one thing you can take advantage of is seasonal discounts. Each and every new year, retailers put various things on sale in January that you can get for very low prices. If you're ready to be a smart shopper and…

Most people make New Year's resolutions centered around self-improvement. While you may decide you want to lose a few pounds or perhaps take up a new hobby, you might want to also make some resolutions regarding your finances. If you're ready to make 2023 your best year ever from a…

Now that 2023 is right around the corner, it’s a good time to look ahead at planning for a brighter financial future. You can review your financial moves in 2022 and consider what worked well and what didn’t. For many people, 2022 was a year to recover financially from the…

Working from home offers tremendous benefits. If you’re a person who has longed to work from home, it may be possible to make this scenario a reality. Before approaching your boss with the idea, take some steps to see if this would actually be practical for you. List Your Responsibilities…

Whether you're trying to reclaim your credit score, or simply looking for a way to reduce your credit utilization, a balance transfer credit card can be a great solution. Depending on the terms of your balance transfer, you can potentially enjoy low interest rates, as well as a long promotional…