Finance

Most will think of accountants as an extravagance, especially when you are running a startup and trying to run a lean operation. You, however, are not most people. Wage earners can get away with never seeing an accountant all their lives unless they have created income streams outside of their salaries. It is an entirely different story for business owners …

There are a lot of things we wish we didn’t do in our twenties. Like blowing all our rent money on a night out or working our butts off with not even a cent to show for it. Whatever it was that we did, YOU don’t need to make those mistakes. Here are some financial mistakes we wish we didn’t …

Some of you may not know it, but the fact that there is gender pay discrimination is something that has been taking place since women started working. The salary of a woman doing the same job as her male counterpart is usually only 77% of the salary the man receives, according to the most recent report from the White House. …

We’ve all heard the saying “Health is wealth”. While many would think this adage means staying healthy is already a treasure, it also means good health leads to financial security. One of the keys to a wealthy and productive retirement is indeed staying healthy and fit. Not only will staying healthy give you more retirement years, it will also give …

A Masters in Business Administration is a coveted title. It can open potential career flexibility and serious advancement opportunities, but it does come with a steep price tag. The average expense for an MBA degree would be around $100,000 to $200,000. With the high education costs, are the additional years and debt really worth it? Why are more and more …

Everybody spends on house maintenance and renovation once in a while to keep their happy homes in top shape. It can get confusing once you list possible house repairs, and while some can yield a higher return upon selling, there are some that will just drain your wallets and will not really increase the value of the house. You can …

According to experts, remodeling your bathroom or kitchen will give you the highest return on investment. Sometimes it can reach up to 100% if you do it right. While remodeling your entire bathroom can sound expensive, there are some budget-friendly ways you can consider. Here are some bathroom transformations you can do within a small budget. Paint the Bath Fresh …

You want to pop the question, but before that you have to buy an engagement ring which can be a very frustrating task. What size should the stone be in order to make her happy? What should it look like? Where should I buy it? How much money should I spend on it but not go into bankruptcy because of …

We all know that weddings can put a strain on our budgets, but nonetheless we want our special day to be great. But just like with everything, even with weddings there are certain tricks to save here and there without taking the “special” out of special day. It just takes some well planning and a wise use of resources. These …

Recession in the United States has had a big impact on many American families. The situation has significantly changed regarding the creation and breaking of families (read: birth rates and divorces). The rates of family violence have increased horribly, while unity, marriage and leading a normal family life have become a rare thing. During recession, people go through very hard …