Tax prep time can fray your nerves, especially when you’re trying to figure out the nuances of the tax code, gather your information and receipts, do accurate calculations, and determine how to handle your deductions. Should you itemize or not?
Financial fraud is an unfortunate part of life in the modern age, but there are ways to combat it even if someone manages to purchase something with your checking or credit account. If you notice suspicious or unauthorized transactions on your account, what should you do?
Despite your best efforts, travel reservations will sometimes fall through — putting your carefully planned and eagerly anticipated trip in jeopardy. Whether you’re facing an issue with a canceled or delayed flight, a car rental, or a hotel room, here’s how to handle it in a way that will preserve your sanity and lead to a better outcome.
From health gurus to fitness magazines, you’ve probably seen a vast and varied array of opinions surrounding the humble smoothie. Some nutritionists recommend them as an easy way to get more fruits and vegetables into your diet. Other experts condemn the fruit-filled drinks as a source of excess calories and sugar. Here’s a look at the pros and cons of smoothies — as well as some tips for helping you build a better beverage.
The Halloween season is upon us once again, so there’s no better time to get into a scary-good new podcast. If you’re looking for tales that will keep you up nights or get you in the mood as you make a trip out to the local haunted house, these horror fiction podcasts are sure to send a chill down your spine.
When workplace injuries occur, there’s a lot for a business owner to manage. In addition to ensuring the injured employee’s wellbeing, you’re legally obligated to report workplace incidents to the government and manage any existing safety issues. Here’s a quick guide to addressing your workers’ injuries.
Your company’s business plan is a living document that can act as a guiding light. In addition to helping you strive for concrete goals, a business plan can help employees and investors alike quickly understand what your company is all about. Despite the importance of a good business plan, it’s easy to neglect this document once you’ve gotten your enterprise up and running. Here’s a look at a few reasons to invest time into updating your business plan.
It’s easy to fall in love with the grandeur of a home or the amenities and hip location of an apartment or condominium. So easy, in fact, it may blind you to its cost — a cost that may exceed your budget. Before you start searching for a home and falling in love with a dwelling, you should figure out how much you can afford to spend on a space.
Whether you’ve been working from home for the past two years or you just started, you might be hitting a wall when it comes to productivity. Check out these helpful tips if you’re struggling to stay focused when working remotely.
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