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Foreclosure facts don’t force down prices
A single foreclosure can certainly cause damage to the owner, but what actually are the repercussions to surrounding properties?
Recovering from mistakes and other financial woes
Financial stumbling blocks aren’t the end of the world, and though they will cause some emotional distress, there are ways to recover from these financial stumbling blocks.
Online banking is just one of the many things available to consumers to assist with creating, balancing and strengthening financial plans.
Online banking is just one of the many things available to consumers to assist with creating, balancing and strengthening financial plans.
Becoming personable works better for people
A corporation may seem like a faceless entity, but it’s really a conglomeration of all the people who do or have worked there during its lifespan.
When spending slumps, curb your enthusiasm
It’s been a hard few years economically, and though some say the recession is over, market indicators continue to flat-line or sink in most cases.
Building bridges with performance payroll
Accounts payable and payroll business banking are integral to establishing good relationships with both employees and clients.
How to make your business a hometown hero
The market is really competitive right now for organizations of every size.
Improving financial picture over the summer a smart choice
There is a lot of downtime available to companies not in terms of internal practices always, but in the services it might regularly pursue only at certain points during the year.
Getting ready for summer vacation
The weather is getting nicer all the time and the economy is starting to level out, giving businesses the first real respite in dramatic lunges since 2007’s recession began.
Today’s Market Highlights
U.S. Home Sales Post Surprise June Decline. Sales of newly-constructed homes declined by 8.4% in June to an annualized rate of 350,000, missing the consensus forecast for 372,000. The decline was led by a 60% record high sales plunge in the northeast region....
Getting your affairs in order and planning your estate
It may not be the happiest of things to consider, but there will come a point in your life and the lives of those you love and care for when a financial plan is no longer sufficient for handling your personal matters.
Making the most of online tools for financial planning
There’s no denying that the internet has become a major part of our everyday lives.
Women in the workplace still fighting for dominance
There has always been the myth of the glass ceiling in a person’s career, the point at which they can go no higher in a certain position, company or path.
Turning around a failing business
With the economy still struggling to climb out of the recession, it’s no surprise that companies are having a hard time staying financially afloat.
Retirement Plan Could Be Sabotaging Your Plans
It may be confusing or difficult for some people to review their 401(k) plans on a regular basis, but failing to do so could cheat you out of scheduled retirement plans.
Crafting a successful business plan
Banks and other investors will want to know you have a financial plan for you and your intended fledgeling company before they will be willing to partner with you, so what should you put into your first drafts in order to come up with a winning design?
Raising Pinterest for business growth
FInding alternate ways to promote a small business is essential for maintaining a viable financial plan even before regular outlets for advertising have been exhausted.
Before you hire, take a look at your business
If you’ve found the task of operating a solo storefront too challenging and feel the need to hire a set of hands, there are a few hurdles to jump over first.
Establishing and maintaining online presence
With shoppers changing the way they do their browsing and buying, it is essential for companies to keep up with the shifting trends.
A strong family plan that actually works
One of the biggest downfalls newlyweds and budding families face is understanding what they need to spend and what can be saved.
Protecting net worth despite market downturns
America’s streets may no longer be paved in gold thanks to the recession that began five years ago.
Balancing business capabilities through hiring techniques
Hiring people with strengths to match existing trouble spots is key but sometimes it can be hard for companies to isolate where the weak links are. Talking around resumes
Keeping tabs on business data essential to financial fitness
It may seem like you have a strong password on your company email address and that you take precautions to keep your anti-virus software up to date, but these steps alone may not be enough to prevent a harmful loss of information.
Supreme Court Stuns Wall Street
Supreme Court Stuns Wall Street by Upholding Core Healthcare Reform Mandate. Contrary to widespread expectation, the justices ruled in a 5-4 decision that the reform measure’s “individual mandate” that forces all Americans to buy health insurance or pay a penalty fee...
Your family – the most important startup
The process of building a family can lead to some of the happiest moments of your life, but doing it safely requires a good financial plan and sound advice to ensure you take every step to safeguard your future.
The best diet for business liquidity
Finding the right balance and the best opportunities to increase growth are crucial to expansion.
Today’s Market Action
The S&P 500 opened modestly higher as investors welcomed a smaller-than-expected annual decline in home prices, sending homebuilder company shares sharply higher. Equities pared early gains after a reading of consumer confidence fell to a five-month low, with...
Making smart moves to avoid fiscal business disaster
Times are tough and the economy is sluggish. Even though gas prices are dropping and other costs holding steady, business owners may not be feeling so good about personal financial security if they’ve put too much into the endeavor.
Quality versus quantity and customer approval
Those who’ve never worked in customer service may not understand the difference between speedy assistance and taking the time to connect with an individual.
Figuring out your first franchise affair
Exploring options, doing research, speaking to those who’ve been through the process and seeking financial tips on which ideas will best suit individual plans are all essential steps to take before signing any paperwork.
Protecting your family from identity theft
Identity theft is a serious issue that could touch the life of any American.
Financial Planning Strategies Develop Over a Lifetime
Recent trends in financial literacy show that some variables, including age, gender and level of education, can effect the likelihood that a person will feel confident about his economic future.
Market Action
In spite of the come-to-be-expected volatility last week, stocks were generally up, with the S&P 500 higher 1.3% for the period. The primary theme continued to be the tough situation in Europe, so Friday’s surge upward appeared to be supported by investor...
Building business in a barren landscape
There may have been more enthusiasm for some business when they first opened, but now that the economy is still in a slump, even startup companies are finding it hard to get a good grounding in terms of establishing a customer base.
A Vacation from Your Finances?
There’s No Such Getaway You can get away from your job, your home, and your neighbor’s barking dog, but your finances follow you wherever you go. So, it makes sense to review your financial situation at least annually to find out where you stand and whether you need...
Making the move to mobile business solutions
It might be smart financial investment advice to get involved in this trend now as it’s still working out some kinks, and if you want to put your business ahead of the competition, be one of the first to have a mobile-ready website.
Getting full functionality without putting your money in danger
Having the convenience of accessing your business banking or personal checking 24 hours a day doesn’t mean you have to put your money at risk.
Wage war on your wallet
Many authorities recommend cleaning out your wallet regularly to avoid the risks of loss that could come following theft.
Protecting Assets From Internal Upset
To avoid financial failure, be sure to get sound financial investment advice at the onset and maintain a system of reviews over your business just in case a familial crisis should occur.
How to make your business the best
Chances are if you’ve come up with an innovative business idea or model, somebody is eventually going to copy you, if they haven’t already.
Choosing the right financial advisor
Regardless of whether you’re buying your first place, opening a business or starting a family, it’s important to know that your financial tips are coming from someone you know you can trust.
Securing better bank rates with what you’ve got
Not everyone has a Renoir lying around in their attic, but if you have antiques or other high-value collateral to offer when you apply for a business loan, it may help you secure a higher dollar value and lower rate.
Getting the right coverage to safeguard your assets
Like any other sort of insurance up for sale there are different plans and kinds of coverage, so you’ll want to do some research and get financial advice before choosing the one that’s right for your company.
Today’s Market Action
U.S. stocks are extending losses after the latest economic data showed factory orders fell in April for a second month, adding to evidence that U.S. economic growth is slowing. The S&P 500, the U.S. benchmark equity index is now down 10% from its 2012 peak of...
Check yourself before you wreck your small business
Starting your own work-from-home business may feel simpler and easier than investing in a storefront, buying technology and filling a space with inventory, but it’s important to know if you’re allowed to before you go ahead and do it, or else you could be in serious legal trouble.
Get a good start: Tips for budding entrepreneurs
Simply getting financial tips won’t be enough to give you a strong idea of how to run a whole company right out the chute.
Get off the ground without a hitch
Financial planning and business advice are key to avoiding some of the biggest entrepreneurial mistakes.
Keeping home and work separate for success
There are many situations in life that can feel overwhelming, some moreso than others.
Fix accounting now to avoid problems in the future
It may seem like tax time is a long way off, but if you put off tax preparation until April 1, you may not have time to save yourself from a messy financial situation.
Graduates need to be careful with new money
Many college students will be moving tassels on mortarboards soon and looking to get their feet wet in the working world.