The holidays are a joyous time for many, but it can also be a stressful one, particularly if you’re concerned about your finances. Gifts, dinners out and special events can get expensive, and the dollars add up quickly if you’re not careful. With a little planning and foresight, however, it’s possible to keep yourself from …
Americans lost $3.3 billion to phishing and other fraud in 2020, a 2x increase from 2019. We’re kicking off cybersecurity month by participating in the American Bankers Association’s (ABA) #BanksNeverAskThat campaign, an industry-wide campaign created to educate consumers about the persistent threat of phishing scams. Follow us on social media where we will be sharing …
One of the biggest lessons businesses learned during the 2020 pandemic was how fragile their supply chains really were. Many businesses folded, not because customers did not have access to a company’s offering, but because companies could not sell their products. Fortunately, there is much you can do to prevent the same from happening to …
Many businesses focus far too much on finding new customers and not enough on keeping the ones they have. Although getting new customers is important, you’ll make even more profit by instilling customer loyalty in your buyers and encouraging repeat purchases. As such, you’ll want to focus your efforts on boosting customer retention. Customer retention …
All the steps you take to purchase a home – finding property, getting a loan and negotiating the price – are all important. The last leg of the buying process is about coming into ownership. These are the steps necessary for you to come in possession of your home. Performing Inspections Regardless of the property …
Are you thinking about taking a trip this year or planning a dream vacation for the next? It’s summertime and vacations are on the mind! Whatever your future vacation plans may be, this year or next, know that cutting costs is always valuable. You truly do not have to go into major credit card debt …
Now is a great time to look at ways to prepare your home for summer. It is a good idea to take a few proactive steps to ensure your house is well-prepared for the upcoming months and reduce some costs. Summer months can bring some of the highest energy costs. Taking the time to do …
President Biden recently signed a new $1.9 trillion COVID relief package. This bill, called the American Rescue Plan, is the third major stimulus package that the federal government has made law. The plan includes another round of stimulus checks, extended unemployment benefits, expanded tax credits, funding for schools and state/local governments and much more. Having …
A tax refund can act as a very welcome bonus. One of the best ways to spend your tax refund is by making improvements to your home. Home projects can raise the value of your home and improve its aesthetics and functionality. Below are five of the best home renovations to spend your tax refund …
Tax season commenced on February 12th, and the IRS has begun accepting and processing 2020 tax year returns. There are ways to help you save on your taxes and funding an IRA (Individual Retirement Account) is one of them. An IRA is a personal account, meaning that you do not need an employer to open …