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Three Paths To Increase Revenue and Margins
If you lead an organization or a business unit, odds are you have at least one objective related to growing your top line or improving the bottom line. The task is deceptively difficult. The goal to increase revenue (and/or improve margins) is a clear mandate but, practically speaking, one that is very difficult to exe
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Winning Customers (And Winning Them Back)
Billions of dollars and untold hours are spent luring new customers into an organization so that they can spend their hard-earned dollars for goods and services. That transaction is at the heart of capitalism and without it, economies begin to sink precipitously, and eventually fail altogether. Entire creative organiza
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Tax Planning Tools: Strategies and Checklist
There’s no getting around the fact that we must pay taxes throughout our lives. Implementing strategies to help control and manage those taxes is a critical component of your overall financial plan. By taking advantage of opportunities to reduce your taxable income and potentially maximize tax deductions, you can redir
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Fed keeps key rate near zero, sees inflation as 'transitory'
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U. S. economy is quickly strengthening, inflation is showing signs of picking up and the nation is making progress toward defeating the viral pandemic. But on Wednesday, Chair Jerome Powell made clear that the Federal Reserve isn't even close to beginning a pullback in its ultra-low interest rate
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Passive Income Isn't Just for the Rich. Here Are 3 Ways Everyone Can Earn More Money
You don't have to be rich to generate passive income. Here are a few strategies for earning some extra money without breaking a sweat
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4 Money-Savings Moves I Wish I Had Made in My 20s
Do you have enough money put away for emergencies or vacations or expected costs? This article explores why and how to rethink your savings strategy
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401(k) Losing Money? Here's Why You Shouldn't Panic
It's been a rough week for stock investors as volatility rocked the market. If you've been peeking at your 401(k) plan balance, you may be seeing
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7 Surprising Money ‘Rules’ Most People Don’t Know (But Should)
There's more to money management than setting a budget. Here are seven lesser-known tips to help you save money and spend smart.
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9 ways to withdraw money early from your IRA - without paying a penalty
The IRS allows penalty-free early withdrawals from traditional IRAs in certain circumstances, called hardship provisions. Hardship provisions spare you the 10% penalty, but not taxes, on the withdrawn sum. IRA early withdrawals that can be penalty-free include expenses for healthcare, college, childbirth, and a first h
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Do You Have More or Less Money in Savings Than Other People Your Age?
If you have less money saved on average than people in your age group, here are a few ways to grow your savings.