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Plan Ahead for Changes to the Lifetime Gift & Estate Tax Exclusion

Plan Ahead for Changes to the Lifetime Gift & Estate Tax Exclusion

Are you prepared for the upcoming cut in the lifetime gift and estate tax exclusion? Learn how proactive planning can maximize your tax savings before exemption levels drop.

YouTube channels and blogs every small business owner should follow

YouTube channels and blogs every small business owner should follow

As a small business owner, staying current on the latest trends, strategies and advice is essential. Luckily, the internet provides […]

Spruce up your space: 7 ways to decorate a rental home

Spruce up your space: 7 ways to decorate a rental home

Just because you live in a rental home doesn’t mean you can’t make it reflect your personal style. And while […]

14 ways to save money at the grocery store

14 ways to save money at the grocery store

As inflation (finally!) slows, it only makes sense that grocery prices should fall along with it…right? Unfortunately, not always. When […]

Get road-trip ready with these tips

Get road-trip ready with these tips

Summer—or spring break—will be here before you know it. But before you throw your family, friends and loved ones (including […]

Small business formations—explained

Small business formations—explained

Starting a small business is an endeavor that requires intentional thought and decision-making. One of the first important decisions you […]

The Corporate Transparency Act: What it is and why you need to know about it

The Corporate Transparency Act: What it is and why you need to know about it

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) became a significant piece of legislation in fiscal year 2021 as part of the National […]

Top 5 budgeting apps to explore

Top 5 budgeting apps to explore

It’s the time of year when we’ve probably forgotten all about our New Year’s resolutions and have returned to our […]

How small businesses can use ChatGPT

How small businesses can use ChatGPT

“How can I help you today?” Chat GPT asks as the cursor blinks below a list of prompts. Maybe you […]

The costs of owning a pet

The costs of owning a pet

While owning a pet can bring endless joy, it also comes with financial responsibilities. To set the right expectations for […]

Snowball vs. avalanche: Two methods to pay off debt

Snowball vs. avalanche: Two methods to pay off debt

In a society based on consumerism, there will usually be debt. That’s certainly true in the United States, where total […]

Santa spills the cocoa: An interview from the North Pole

Santa spills the cocoa: An interview from the North Pole

What if we told you we were able to secure an interview with the big man who lives and works […]

10 ways small business owners can reduce their taxable income

10 ways small business owners can reduce their taxable income

When it comes to financial planning, one of the most common concerns for small business owners is how to reduce […]

Staying healthy during your holiday travels

Staying healthy during your holiday travels

The holiday season is upon us and, for many of us, that means taking a well-deserved break to celebrate with […]

Retirement accounts for small businesses

Retirement accounts for small businesses

Retirement. It sounds like such a leisurely word, doesn’t it? When you think of retirement, you might envision sunny beaches, […]

Why your credit score matters

Why your credit score matters

What is a credit score? The short answer: It’s a number that represents your creditworthiness. A longer answer: Your credit […]

Ways to honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Ways to honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month

For years, a diagnosis of breast cancer was a virtual death sentence. From 1944-1954, MD Anderson Cancer Center’s survival rate […]

Tips for a healthier household this school year

Tips for a healthier household this school year

Transitioning from summer break to a new school year is a big change for families. And since change can often […]

Tracking expenses: Tips for small business owners and employees

Tracking expenses: Tips for small business owners and employees

Whether you own a business or work in one, accurate tracking of your business expenses is a necessity. If you’re […]

Create an indoor herb garden that lasts all year round

Create an indoor herb garden that lasts all year round

The sweet, peppery scent of fresh basil. The pungent, earthy aroma of fresh oregano. In an ideal world, we could […]

15 brilliant books to add to your small business bookshelf

15 brilliant books to add to your small business bookshelf

Whether you’ve been a small business owner for a decade or you’re considering starting a business, you can never have […]

Are you prepared to beat the heat this summer?

Are you prepared to beat the heat this summer?

If you suspect that summers have become hotter, you’re not wrong. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) […]

10 ways small businesses can prioritize DEI

10 ways small businesses can prioritize DEI

Diversity, equity and inclusion, aka DEI. The need has always been there, but only in the last few years has […]

The shiny object dilemma, smartphone edition

The shiny object dilemma, smartphone edition

Ah, the age-old question (well, since 1994): Do I really need a new smartphone? We’ve all been there, getting pummeled […]