🖨 Print⏱ 3 min readWe often read about how technological advances such as artificial intelligence will someday be used for customer-facing jobs – even eliminating the human touch. However, small firms that rely on trust and personal relationships are not likely to benefit from these innovations. Nonetheless, technology – when used effectively – can enhance … Continue reading “Automated Workflow Tools”
🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readFiling taxes for the first time can be overwhelming. But if you have the right tools and advice before you start, it won’t be. Here are a few critical things to know before you begin, which will make the seemingly daunting process much easier. Start Prepping Early Even though the deadline … Continue reading “5 Tips for First-Time Tax Filers”
🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readThe Tax Cuts and Jobs Act delivered a wealth of benefits for taxpayers at every income level, but none more so than for the very rich. The net result of huge tax breaks for both high-income and corporate taxpayers is that the government now has much reduced tax revenues coming in … Continue reading “New Proposals for Government Programs”
🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readWhen it comes to businesses dealing with seasonal sales, making payroll and other financial obligations can be stressful on budgets. However, one way to deal with fluctuating sales and cash flow problems is to see if invoice factoring is appropriate to meet year-round needs. Invoice Factoring One way for businesses dependent … Continue reading “How Businesses Can Effectively Manage Seasonal Sales”
🖨 Print⏱ 3 min readDivorce is expensive. Aside from the emotional toll divorce takes on a family, both the process and aftermath of a divorce can be costly. Below we look at some of the steps people can take to help remove the tax sting out of an already challenging time and arrive at the … Continue reading “Divorce Can Be Taxing”
🖨 Print⏱ 3 min readCountering Weapons of Mass Destruction Act of 2018 H.R. 7213 – Sponsored by Rep. Daniel Donovan (R-NY), this bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish a Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction office as part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). All personnel, budget authority and assets of … Continue reading “Prisoner Reform, the Farm Bill, and Taking Aim at Weapons of Mass Destruction”
🖨 Print⏱ 3 min readAccording to a study by Cornell University, the human brain is wired to earn money more so than save it. As such, when we find we need more money in our lives, our instinct is to earn more and not spend less. In fact, this instinct tends to grow over time, … Continue reading “How to Build Your Savings Using Technology”
🖨 Print⏱ 3 min readNew Year’s resolutions usually involve stopping things like eating, drinking and spending too much – and so on. You know the drill. However, according to U.S. News & World Report, 80 percent of New Year’s resolutions fail by the second week in February. Why not switch things up this year? Instead … Continue reading “5 Things to Start Doing in the New Year”
🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readOne of the reasons investing is tricky is because it involves so many factors that we cannot control. One factor is the specific investment itself. In the case of a stock, the share price relies on company management and leadership; manufacturing, marketing and distribution; and balancing expenses with revenues. Another factor … Continue reading “What Leading Economic Indicators Tell Us”
🖨 Print⏱ 4 min read When it comes to liability insurance, the saying “you can never be too prepared” is quite meaningful. While business owners cannot predict what happens day to day or year to year, they can look into having business liability as way to give themselves peace of mind. The first step is … Continue reading “Tips for Choosing the Appropriate Liability Insurance for Your Business”