Last week the U.S. Department of Labor announced that the unemployment rate had crept its way back up to 8.3 percent. It seems like no job is secure anymore, so being able to have multiple sources of income has never been more important. Whether you are fully employed and looking for a side job, unemployed…
When people think about saving money, what immediately comes to mind are the little things. They think that not eating out will get them a few extra dollars here, and skipping the morning latte will net some there. Moving past this they will start to negotiate bigger items. Refiguring what is paid for car insurance…
If you are a small business owner you may be paying more in taxes than you need to be. All business owners should be aware of the small business tax deductions available to them. This could end up saving you thousands of dollars each year. If you have an accountant they should be able to…
When I was growing up one of my biggest goals was to go to college. My mind was set and I worked hard throughout high school trying to achieve that goal. Everyone has different goals, and some do not have the same desire to go to college which is completely acceptable. Whether it’s that the…
Most of us have probably been sitting across from a potential employer when they ask us how much we expect to earn. When you are young and just starting your professional career, you might give vague answers like “I’m not concerned with how much I can make. I’m just trying to get my foot in…