Banking

Everyone wins in the Chase Freedom vs Chase Freedom Unlimited debate, because both are top-notch cash back credit cards. Chase offers a vast assortment of lucrative rewards credit cards, each with top-notch cash back and bonus point systems. Note: most Chase credit cards have strict eligibility requirements. But, if you want generous cash-back on everyday …

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Barclays is one of the biggest–and one of the best–banks you’ve probably never heard of, as you’re going to discover in this Barclays Savings Account review. In fact, Barclays is the second biggest bank in the world. But, despite being valued at $142.93 billion dollars, it’s still not that well known in the United States …

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It’s as if every credit repair company is one of “the best credit repair companies” today. But, like all things, some are better than others. And, in the case of the credit repair industry, most are outright worthless. Why? Because scammers prey upon the desperation that often characterizes someone who needs credit repair. Furthermore, credit …

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Earning a hefty return on your savings is essential for building wealth. And knowing the differences between a money market vs CD plays a part in that. But inflation causes money to lose value every year. So you have to get returns equivalent to at least the prevailing rate of inflation to avoid losses. When …

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If you’re ready for a better banking experience, keep reading this Chime bank review. If you would like to set up a new checking account, you’re likely wondering where to start. Many banks promise to help you manage your finances, but not all of them live up to your expectations. You want a bank that …

Chime Bank Review 2019: Upsides (And Downsides) Read More

High fees, poor customer service and overly restrictive policies are just a few of the headaches you can expect with your average checking account, but they can all be avoided with the best business checking account. Watch out! Not all business checking accounts are created equal. In the sections that follow you’ll learn more about …

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If you’re looking for a low-risk investment opportunity, this list of the best money market accounts is great starting point. These types of accounts deliver better returns than savings accounts, but they aren’t as risky as other investment options.  As interest rates for traditional savings accounts continue to drop, MMAs are becoming more popular. Top …

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Credit builder loans are an affordable way to build your credit, regardless if you have little to no credit history. Plus with credit builder loans, whatever you pay into it–you get back at the end of the loan term. So, what’s the story with credit builder loans? Where are the best credit builder loans? How …

Credit Builder Loans: 4 Things You Need To Know Read More

Choosing the best business checking account can be daunting as a small business owner. While most of your finance and money management is probably done online or with mobile apps, these days you still need a local branch to process certain business transactions. You also want to keep more of your hard earned money, which …

Best Business Checking Account With No Fees (For 2019) Read More

No one likes paying PayPal fees to receive money they’ve rightfully earned. I know I don’t! But this seems inevitable, and not something you can change. Right? NO, true! When it comes to accepting payments virtually, why do we let online payment systems rob us of our hard-earned income?  After being tired of giving up my …

Decrease PayPal Fees: 5 Ways to Lower Invoicing Fees Read More

Finding the best online savings account to put your money in is a crucial decision. The great thing though, is that you don’t have to limit yourself to just one type of account. Heck, you can have as many different savings accounts as you want — since most of them are free to open! But it …

5 Best Online Savings Accounts to Grow Your Money This Year Read More

A new year is the perfect time to do a financial reset on your business and money. In fact, I’ve been doing my yearly review of my finances, expenses, income, taxes, and business expenses. If you want to see my blog stats and income reports, I send out updates every month to my list of …

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I’ve been a business owner for nearly 7 years and in that time I’ve learned the importance of cash flow and running a lean business. This is why I’m sharing the best small business credit cards for earning cash back. It’s the best way to maximize all the money you spend investing in your small business. I …

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As a recent arrival in the United States, there are a few considerations that need to be made in order to make your transition successful. The tax code, health care system and workforce rules all vary widely from other countries. For example, where are the best places to live? How can you manage your finances …

5 Finance Tips for Moving to the United States as an International Freelancer Read More

Last year I was approached by Capital One about their plans to do a banking tour with brand new openings of the Capital One Cafes in Denver and Boulder. I can truly say that I was personally excited about this news since I’ve been looking for a better workspace experience as a freelancer. As a …

What I Learned About Core Money Values from the Capital One #BankingReimagined Tour Read More

Small business expenses can eat into your profits as a freelancer. In fact, in 2015 I invested a lot of time and money into growing this blog, and my skills as a freelancer. I purchased a lot of courses and bought tools, and paid a crazy amount out to freelance contractors (this was for help with social media …

How I Cut My Small Business Expenses by Nearly Half Read More

One of the most important factors in running a freelance business is getting paid. Without good cash flow your small business would no longer be able to function successfully. As a business owner this means it’s your job to offer as many payment options to your clients as possible. Not only will this help you …

5 Payment Processing Solutions for Small Business Owners to Minimize Fees Read More

Understanding the ins-and-outs of small business bookkeeping isn’t always easy. But it’s a vital part of stressing less and earning more when you’re self-employed. Even though you can (and probably should!) hire an accountant to help manage your bookkeeping, it’s still important to understand how it all works. Small business finances can get complicated quickly and having a …

Small Business Bookkeeping: 7 Tasks to Do Every Month to Stay Organized Read More

As a small business owner, you know the importance of getting paid. It’s a key aspect of increasing cash flow and ensuring you keep food on the table for your family. But managing invoices can be a pain. I mean, who wants to spend time on admin tasks like creating and sending invoices? Not me! And then …

Freelance Invoicing Tips: Use FreshBooks to Get Invoices Paid Faster Read More

There are tons of misconceptions about being a freelancer: you can wake up whenever you want, never have to shower or get dressed, and can watch TV or Netflix all day. While these things are true to some extent (you can wear yoga pants all day!), the downside to having all this freedom is that …

7 Business Expenses You Pay Out of Pocket When You’re Self-Employed Read More