Main street frets recession; bankers fret Fed
The economy gives and the economy takes. During economic expansions, many businesses and individuals thrive. However, once the economy starts to contract,…
Author: Rick Good
Rick Good spent ten years in the newspaper business, including with The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC) and The Greenville News (Greenville, SC). He co-wrote, with Melinda Coleman, Rutledge to Riley: Governors of South Carolina, 1776–Present (Published by The Greenville News), and is the author of Mind Games Trivia #1 (Amazon). He has recently spent 15 years creating original trivia content through Sounds Good Mobile Entertainment and continues that with his new company, SGME Software. He edits The Smart Reader's money, real estate, and business coverage.
How to store your emergency funds
Building up an emergency fund is one of the smartest steps you can take to ensure your financial and overall well-being. Emergency funds are liquid funds…
Making sense of the oodles of payment apps
Payment apps. So, so many payment apps. You’ve got Venmo, Zelle, Cashapp, Apple Pay, Google Pay and more. Try to divvy up the bill with your friends at a…
Grocery self-service is an old, but new, concept
The checkout lines spill into the grocery store aisles and you suddenly regret swinging by to pick up dinner. But hey, wait! You can use the self-checkout…
Business tips from the greatest showman
If you want to learn how to grow your business, learning from one of the greatest showmen in history is certainly a good place to start. P.T. Barnum is…
Odd jobs: How the mud man makes baseballs fly right
It’s a closely guarded secret, passed down from generation to generation. It helps save lives and is an integral part of a multi-billion dollar industry….
Ask the expert
What are contingencies in a real estate deal? A contingent offer is a standard way that buyers agree to purchase a home if certain conditions are met. If…
Finding a great place before back-to-school
If your back-to-school list includes a house, there’s still time to find a great place with a good school district and settle in for the year. Most people…
Clock in from paradise: Countries offer digital visas for remote workers
Does your home office look a little drab after years of remote work? Maybe it’s time to move — to Bali. The Indonesian province has long been a tourist…
Skincare basics: Common ingredients and what they do
There are thousands of skincare products on the market that make lots of big promises, like erasing wrinkles or reducing acne breakouts. But don’t let…