Ways To Help Reduce Your Small Business Operating Expenses

Ways to Help Reduce Your Small Business Operating Expenses

Sep 10, 09

Posted by Carol Magnusson in Budgeting, Saving

When starting a small business, it’s usually surprising to most individuals that there are some pretty pricey must haves to keep a business operating at its peak performance. The worst thing you can do is let the idea of spending money to make money hinder you from progressing with your business ventures. But, an ultimatum can...

Simple 3 Step Guide To Financial Stress Management

Sep 09, 09

Posted by Benjamin Amarada in Budgeting, Saving, Soul-Survival

Whether you’ve been laid off or just made a bad investment boo boo, sometimes it’s really easy to let your emotions negatively take over your thoughts. Unfortunately, it’s not beneficial to do so because it hinders your ability to make smart financial decisions. Whether it’s a small financial slump...

How to Downgrade Your Category 5 Financial Storm

Aug 31, 09

Posted by S. Tae Lauder in Recession Opinions, Saving

Refugee, evacuee…potato, potata, huh? In the past four years, New Orleanians have been labeled many things. The conversation buzzing amongst friends is the looming anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. Sure, there are many painful emotions associated with the devastation of our fair city; however, I would be remiss in my...

Becoming A Smarter Shopper

Aug 30, 09

Posted by Louis Meadowbank in Family Matters, Saving

Since the recession began, we have become better at managing our finances. We have learned how to budget, save, and even begin paying down our debt. Now, we must become wiser consumers. Becoming a smarter shopper is another skill that will have a positive impact on your financial situation. Write a List Before you go grocery...

Avoid Loan Default

Aug 27, 09

Posted by Evlondo Cooper in Budgeting, Recession Opinions, Saving

The necessity of obtaining a college education in an increasingly technological world is a stark reality for those pondering how they will pay for said education. For the vast majority of new college entrants, government loans represent the most viable means obtaining cash for school. However, too many bright-eyed and...

Personalize Your Finances

Aug 24, 09

Posted by Evlondo Cooper in Budgeting, Investing, Saving

There is an age-old debate about what should be the greater priority, saving money or using it to pay down debt. Saving, including creating a three-month emergence fund, funding 401ks, IRAs, or traditional savings accounts, will help you prepare for the future and any unforeseen occurrences. However, debt, which includes credit...