When it’s time to split the bill at dinner with your friends, most people these days throw down a stack of credit cards. The world at large seems to be moving in the direction of plastic. About 30% of American adults say they don’t use cash at all to buy things in a typical week…
4 steps to take to achieve socially responsible investment goals, according to a consultant
With sustainable investments becoming an increasing part of the international agenda, pressure is piling on businesses to ensure they have a suitable strategy in place.
BlackRock — the world’s largest asset manager and a forerunner…
8 things you need to do immediately after launching your online business
Have you just launched your online business after months of hard work setting it up? Congratulations, you have already taken the first step to becoming an entrepreneur, and you have already got further than the majority of people who dream of owning a business. Did you know? 62% of Americans want to make their dream of owning a business…
Your business might not actually be profitable. Here’s how to fix it
Launching and running a business can be overwhelming. It’s easy to get caught up in day-to-day tasks — not to mention, many people start their own business without formal financial training. On the surface, it might look like you’re making plenty of sales, but you might not necessarily be profitable. Here’s how to know if your business is profitable and what to do…
How to save money from your salary
Americans are notoriously bad at saving money. Not just in the traditional sense, for the big stuff we want, like a car, college, a home and retirement. But also for the little bumps and hiccups life throws in our way — the broken bones and car repairs, braces for the kids and cell phones that…
7 wealth building habits to secure your financial future
While landing a high-paying job is a good step, many more factors are involved if you want to have a financially secure future. It’s essential to learn wealth-building habits to ensure you’re financially stable not just temporarily but in the years and decades to come.
As Robert Kiyosaki, founder of the Rich Dad Company, explains…
9 types of fraud & how to protect your business from them
Do you know how to recognize fraud? With the boom in web and mobile payments, it is getting tougher, and more important, to be on the lookout.
ID theft and credit card fraud aren't just threats to your business. They are major criminal businesses that are only getting more pervasive...