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12/27/2015

If you're not familiar with Mint, allow us to introduce you. It's a budgeting app that helps with that and so much more! https://www.mint.com

Manage your money, pay your bills and track your credit score with Mint. Sign up today.

12/24/2015

Best wishes for a Merry Christmas!

12/21/2015

Starting a new business in 2016? Check out this resource: http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/247574

Enhance a business plan with step by step guides regarding marketing, finance, investments, and how to plan articles.

12/19/2015

Which of these trends might affect your business most?

Business owners and experts offer their insights into what small businesses should expect in 2016

12/17/2015

Did you know that the third Thursday of December is the most common date for work parties and celebrations? That explains "Regifting Day!"

Did you know that the third Thursday of December is the most common date for work parties and celebrations? Given that the gifts exchanged at these parties are...

12/15/2015

Overwhelmed by documentation for your expenses? Check out these tips to start getting a handle on the situation...

Don't let paper receipts fill your wallet or files. Digitize them with these handy apps....

12/13/2015

Retail sales climbed in November by the most in four months as American consumers put to work some of the money saved from the cheapest gasoline since early 2009.

12/11/2015

Tips to keep from breaking the bank if you're headed to a bowl game.

Tickets for games like the Belk, Birmingham, and Outback Bowls are still reasonable

12/10/2015

Get ahead of the curve...

Five business books that'll help you take on big challenges, organize your workday, keep yourself centered, close the deal, and retire with financial stability....

12/08/2015

With just a few weeks until 2016, now is the time to set travel goals and put your plans into motion. It's also an ideal time to make smart money-saving moves.

Budget for these costs to meet your travel goals and avoid overspending.

12/06/2015

Good tax record keeping may be the most important record keeping you do for your company.

Keep good tax records and you can maximize your deductions for your small business and minimize your income. After all, that's the goal when filing your taxes. Perhaps you can even come away from the experience with money in your pocket.

12/04/2015

Repairing bad credit is a bit like losing weight: It takes time and there is no quick fix.

Get tips on how to raise your credit score and manage credit responsibly, including paying bills on time, paying off debt, and managing credit history.

12/02/2015

Many single parents face special financial challenges during the holidays.

Is your child pulling on your heartstrings, begging for that special toy or trip? What you should do is plan.

11/30/2015

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11/27/2015

6 Ways to Take Advantage of Small Business Saturday on Nov. 28 http://modo.ly/1MBwhmO

11/26/2015

There is always something to be thankful for. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

11/23/2015

Doctors have an idea that could save a ton of money: No more drug ads. Brilliant! http://modo.ly/1LrH7tE

11/19/2015

Beware, Tennessee merchants! http://wate.com/2015/11/18/people-trying-to-pass-fake-movie-money-at-tennessee-stores/

With the holiday season upon us, Middle Tennessee shopkeepers have one more thing to worry about: fake money.

11/14/2015

Etsy-preneurs need to be keeping track of taxes!

So, you're an etsy-preneur. Unsure about income tax filing or what self-employment deductions are available? Here's some advice for an optimal return.

11/12/2015

Basic but practical budgeting advice for new couples.

What couple doesn’t need some relationship budgeting hacks? Money is uniquely hard to figure out when you’re in a relationship because we all place such different values on it. Now, obviously, I’m not talking about the monetary value. I’m referring to the “big V” Values — what it means to us. How

11/11/2015

Here are ten of the top financial benefits available to servicemembers and how to make the most of them to improve your family’s financial future.

Take advantage of special benefits, tax breaks, legal protections and low interest rates.

11/11/2015

11/09/2015

Young people...compound interest is your friend.

Whether you have never stepped foot in a bank or you are actively saving and investing for your future, all it takes is a little effort and a lot of patience to become confident in your financial d...

11/06/2015

33 different things to make your days better...

Crystal, how do you stay motivated to get up and get moving each day? Do you generally have a positive attitude about your days? May I ask how you cope or stay on task when you’re tired or discouraged? -a …

11/05/2015

Here are five of the top credit card budgeting tips that are words to live by.

Top 5 Credit Card Budgeting Tips Written By Jason SteelePosted on November 2, 2015 by Jason Steele When you ask people about how they use their credit cards, you are liable to get a lot of different answers. In many cases, cardholders will turn a bit red and admit that they have trouble managing the…

11/02/2015

Fifty-five business ideas.

You can start any of these home based businesses for less than $5,000.

10/30/2015

Oh no, our controlling friends...it's the dreaded "D" word!

10/28/2015

We couldn't help ourselves because we know so many families with kids in college...just had to share these cute Halloween dorm decorating ideas!

Pumpkin painting is an easy and inexpensive way to decorate your dorm room. photo courtesy of picturespider.com DIY dorm room decorating ideas for Halloween 0 By Chloe Barrett on October 27, 2015 Lifestyles Student Life You can’t make it through your 8 a.m. without smelling artificial pumpkin, the d…

10/27/2015

It's crunch time for thousands of small businesses.

It’s crunch time for thousands of small business owners who must comply with Obamacare requirements for the first time.