Photo by Liza Summer via Pexels In 2023, the average credit score in the United States is 714. Considering the state of the economy, that’s not a bad average. If you fall below that average, it may be time to consider making active moves to increase your credit score. The lower your credit score, […]
Women who own a proper-fitting bra can count themselves lucky — and members of a minority. According to Melissa Logos, certified mastectomy fitter and owner of Foundations Bra Fitting, 90 percent of ladies wear the incorrect bra size – a struggle that affects everything from their self-esteem and comfort to their posture and how their […]
It helps protect your profits by shielding you from sudden, catastrophic expenses, such as a natural disaster or a major lawsuit. Here are the top five things you should know about business insurance: 1. WHAT IS A BUSINESS OWNER’S POLICY? A business owner’s policy, or “BOP,” is insurance coverage designed specifically for small or medium-sized […]
Happy New Year! The word “new” is rejuvenating, hopeful and, for some, daunting. It brings with it the duty of change, but is change always necessary? I certainly am not a proponent of holding so tightly to tradition. or the mentality of “that’s how we’ve always done it,” that evolution and transformation aren’t even considered. […]
By Vicki Rosetti-Applewhite, owner, Core Strategies Wishing you could get ahead financially or be your own boss? Have a great idea for a service or product that could benefit others? Starting a business or side hustle may be the thing to do. Here are some tips to make your wishes a reality in 2023: 1. […]
Inspiration can come from anywhere, and during the pandemic, Jacqueline Smith found it on TikTok. “I saw so many women starting their own businesses, and I thought, ‘If they can do it, why can’t I?’” she recalls. “I started Googling and watching YouTube to learn what type of paperwork I needed to have, etc., and […]
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Small Business Saturday is observed nationwide on Nov. 26. American Express launched the shopping holiday, which falls between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, in 2010 to help local stores in the wake of a major recession. The initiative has been a success by any measure, as consumers have reported spending an estimated $163 billion across […]
