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COVID-19 Has Proved That All Businesses Need a Backup Plan. Here's How to Put Yours in Place
It's estimated that more than 100,000 small businesses have permanently closed their doors in the wake of COVID-19, and many more have no doubt come close. Thankfully, there's been some relief for small businesses during the ongoing crisis and recession. Paycheck Protection Program loans, for example, have been instrum
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6 tips for building a strong social media community that small businesses can use to drive sales
Social media marketing is an important part of building a customer base and generating sales, but for some small businesses, it can feel daunting to stand out in an overcrowded space. At Mastercard's first Small Business Summit, one panel of women with a variety of experience in content creation and marketing discussed
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The Financial Plan: Top 5 Reasons you need a documented, living, accessible plan for your financial future
Sure, most of us think about retirement and leverage or have leveraged a 401(k) and other investment options or high-level planning to help get us there.
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No one is immune to a financial disaster, but everyone can be smart about what comes next
Financial planning isn't about making perfect decisions with your money. Mistakes are bound to happen. You might not have control over unexpected crises, but you do have control over your preparedness and your reaction. If you find it difficult to save, try setting up micro-goals to hold yourself accountable every day.
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Reverse Estate Planning? There’s Such Thing, And It’s A Good Strategy For Some Families
Most estate planning discussions assume assets flow in only one direction, from older generations to younger generations.
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Selling a Business During the COVID-19 Pandemic: You Want to Sell, But Is It the Right Time?
There is a popular saying about best laid plans often going astray. Business owners are experiencing firsthand the derailing of plans in this unprecedented and unpredictable 2020. Those with plans to market their business for sale this year are left particularly in a lurch. At a time when many industries are struggling
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Financial Stress Makes You Less Productive – 5 Steps To Strengthen Your Finances
Workers are so stressed about their finances that it’s costing companies seven hours each week in lost productivity.
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3 Ways Your Credit Card Protects You From Identity Theft
Did you know that your credit card can help keep your identity from being stolen? Read on to find out how
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7 Easy Ways to Improve Your Credit Score Right Now
Whether you’re looking ahead to a brighter future or still feeling a financial blow from the pandemic, it’s a good time to take a look at your credit score and find ways to improve it. A higher credit score can help you qualify for better interest rates on all sorts of loans, from mortgages to credit cards. On the othe
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3 Simple Steps To Get Organized And Save Money
Owning a lot of stuff is expensive. And your disorganized belongings can cost you even more money.