Finances: The difference between an emergency and a surprise
Let’s talk emergency funds. Most money management experts say one of the first things you have to do is build an emergency fund. Usually the number they…
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(One of) the first automobile insurance policies issued
In 1898, there were 18 million horses compared to 4,000 cars in the U.S. And sooner or later someone was going to want to insure one. Most often cited for…
Social media has changed buyers and salespeople
The world’s leading research and advisory company, Gartner, Inc., declared in 2011 that by 2020 customers will manage 85 percent of their buying without…
How to make your business a government contractor
Owners of small businesses might not realize that Uncle Sam could become a valuable customer through government contracting. But, to bid for government…
The benefits and drawbacks of unpaid internships
Each year, about 1.5 million internships open to workers in America and around half of those were unpaid in 2016, according to Fortune. Unpaid internships…
Staying sharp and engaged at work
Staying engaged with work has become a problem, according to staffing experts at Robert Half. Their Office Team survey showed that the typical employee…
Exit interviews remain important for companies
No company likes it when good a employee leaves, and most conduct exit interviews to find out why. Harvard Business Review conducted surveys in 2012 and…
Ask the Expert: 1031 exchanges
I have a rental property which I have maintained for a few years. Now I have an opportunity to sell it and buy another rental property closer to my house….
Why DIY doesn’t always save you money
It’s tempting to watch those home remodeling shows and think it’s easy to complete a major project in a weekend. Whether it’s a new shower or a kitchen…
Cabin Fever Workouts: When winter makes you stay home
Let’s face it: winter can be long when you’re in a cold-weather location, and the gym gets old after awhile. When you can’t get outside, sometimes it…