If you work for a big company, corporate travel means expense reports, company cards, and jumping through hoops to pick the right airline, hotel, and other arrangements to meet company guidelines. When traveling for work when self-employed, you can book your travel any way you want, but it is important to look at your budget, […]
A recent study found that just over half of Americans have a life insurance policy, but of those with life insurance, a full third of policyholders do not fully understand their life insurance policy. Because life insurance is so important, you should take the time to make sure you have the right level of insurance […]
If you haven’t separated your business finances from your personal finances yet, you’ll want to move that up to the top of your list. Keeping personal and business finances separate can help you stay organized and provide plenty of peace of mind especially around tax time. If you’ve legitimized your business and became an LLC […]
Money orders are a popular option to send money and make payments, but unless you have used them before, money orders may seem like a foreign concept. In practice, money orders are a way to turn cash into a check without a bank account. You can get a money order from a bank, some grocery […]
Everyone wants to avoid ATM fees. Sometimes going to an ATM can feel like highway robbery! Between fees charged by your bank and fees charged by the ATM owner, you could find yourself paying $6 or more just to get cash from your own bank account. If you ask me, that is something you should […]
Bad investments happen all the time. But when you think about bad investments, your mind likely goes right to the stock market where a lousy stock pick can lead an investment value to $0. Investments come in all forms, including a savings account or other cash-based asset class. But this is a big mistake! In […]
Buyers and renters have long argued about which housing strategy is best. Buyers love building equity in their homes and the idea of owning an asset, even if that asset comes with a big heap of mortgage debt. Renters, on the other hand, love the freedom that comes with no mortgage, no responsibility (or cost) […]
Money wisdom comes in many forms. From the advice of a mentor to a good book, you can glean money wisdom that helps you improve your business finances, personal finances, and even your lifestyle. These five great quotes about money offer plenty of money wisdom to enjoy. Follow along to learn more and for insights […]
A side hustle can help you turn around a difficult financial situation. Whether you are looking to pay off debt, improve your retirement savings, or are looking to pad your cash flow to retire early, it may be possible with a side hustle. A recent Bankrate survey found that the average side hustler brings in […]
A recent survey found that 43 million Americans carried a credit card balance to help improve their credit score. But there’s a big problem with that strategy: carrying a balance does not help your credit score! This is one of the most popular myths with credit and something you should avoid. Follow along to learn […]