While you might love the idea of having a large, sprawling lawn with gorgeous, mature trees, and flowers that always seem to be in bloom, most people know that this dream landscaping isn’t something that they can reasonably keep up with. More often than not, it makes more sense to create a landscape design that is lower maintenance than something that you’d have to spend … [Read more...]

If it were as simple as having an idea for a product or service, almost everyone would be a successful business owner. However, the reality is that product ideation is only one component of building a business. To be successful, you must drive awareness for your business through strategic branding. And if you don’t have a plan, building brand awareness will run you out of … [Read more...]

Did you know that in 2013 over 22 million Americans needed treatment for an alcohol or drug addiction? No wonder that with so many people needing help, people are looking into how to help their own loved ones. Do you have a friend or family member struggling with addiction? You can help them get the help they need. Keep reading to learn how to stage an … [Read more...]

The process of sending money from one country to another has simplified significantly since the turn of the last century, mainly because of the arrival of several FinTech alternatives. Now, while some companies offer almost instant transfers, there are others that charge little to no fees for their services. So, how do you go about selecting the right service … [Read more...]

Humans are attracted to shining, shimmering, splendid things in the same manner that moths are attracted to flames and lamps. And whenever emotions are high, so are our impulses. And the higher the impulse, the lower your guard is going to be when you’re making a purchase. The thing about jewelry is that it serves no other purpose than to be a status symbol, whether it’s in … [Read more...]

The moment you hit the age of retirement, it feels like you’re entering a new world. You start to see things a little bit differently. At first, you relish the fact that you don’t have to wake up really early to prepare to go to work. You celebrate the lack of a 9 to 5 work schedule, and you also enjoy the fact that you have a lot of free time. Pretty soon, you’ll start to … [Read more...]

If there’s one thing you need to do when you reach your 20s, it’s investing for the future. Economies remain volatile and as inflation increases over time, saving your money in the bank isn’t exactly a practical solution. That said, you need to start building wealth today so you won’t have to worry about handling financial uncertainties in the future. It may seem like a long … [Read more...]

Steve Jobs once described creativity as the art of connecting things inside the business. "Creativity is just connecting things. When you ask creative people how they did something, they feel a little guilty because they didn't really do it, they just saw something. It seemed obvious to them after a while." His creative vision of Apple has certainly proved the point. Jobs … [Read more...]

Side hustling has rapidly become a mainstream trend with over 44 million Americans earning money on the side, as reported by a Bankrate survey. Whether you want to get ahead financially or pay down your debt, earning money on the side can be lucrative and fun. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to make money online from leveraging the power of videos to marketing your … [Read more...]

If your loved one has passed away and you are the direct beneficiary of the retirement account like 401(k) or the IRA, you can be the one to control the account by simply presenting the death certificate of the original owner to the bank where the account is held. While making such adjustments, there is a need to understand the tax implications of inheriting the account. The … [Read more...]