For Americans, it’s still saving versus spending
American economic growth is high and appears to be reliable, but a warning light is flashing: Personal savings are falling. Consumers comprise roughly 70…
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.
Is debt consolidation wise?
According to ConsumerCredit.com, people thinking about consolidating debts often have one question: Is debt consolidation wise or not? The answer is…
The qualities of leadership and how they evolve
According to Inc. Magazine, the fundamental reason for the years and sometimes even decades it takes to produce an extraordinary leader is the learning…
Cube versus open work space debated
Since the introduction of cubicles to the workplace a half-century ago, the pros and cons of their existence have been well-debated. But today cubicles…
Ask the Expert: Assessed versus Appraised value
I’m trying to buy a house and the seller just wants too much for it. I checked the county tax rolls and the value of the house is much less than the…
Considering a vacation home? It might even pay for itself
A vacation home may be just the ticket if you love to visit sunny climes, the forest, beach, or mountainside. These days, thanks in part to the sharing…
Art value pivots on the age, not death, of artist
All an artist has to do to get rich is die — or so some think. But a study reported in the magazine Artsy, says that belief isn’t precisely correct….
Beat the winter blues with meditation
For many of us, the natural tendency during winter is to seek comfort food and hibernation. Shorter days and less sunlight can also bum us out a little…
How to read more
Aside from losing weight, one of the biggest goals people have is to read more books. But the common challenge? Finding time for it. These days, it’s…
Feb. 23 is World Sword Swallowers Day -Don’t try this at home!
It is an ancient art. Even an ancient religious art. The kind of art that makes you say Ewwww. Sword Swallowing is not for those with tender hearts, or…