Marketing can be a mystery for the small business owner. Attempts to attract new customers can feel ineffective, but their success or failure should not be assumed, particularly when you can track the marketing return on investment (ROI). The marketing ROI is a metric used to understand the profitability of marketing initiatives. Although this is […]
By Denise Howell Washington was very busy passing legislation intended to stimulate the economy. Here are the highlights for 2021 individual tax returns: The child tax credit has been increased for 2021 to $3,600 for children under age 6 and $3,000 for each child ages 6 to 17. There is also the $500 credit for […]
Over the past two years, the world has changed greatly. With students learning from home and people working remotely during the pandemic, many of our spaces have been serving multiple purposes. Our lifestyles have changed, and one of the challenges that comes with these changes is not having enough space. In this new normal, it […]
Assessing your insurance policies regularly is as important as a good financial review, and here are the top five reasons why you should make it a priority: 1) CHANGES TO YOUR PROPERTY COULD MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE EVENT OF A CLAIM Have you added a room to your home? Added a workshop to your […]
Budget is one of the most frequently used terms when it comes to money. Budgeting is encouraged so you can see where your money is going and where it could be used better. So, let’s talk about the one item on everyone’s budget: groceries. This is an expense you can’t escape. We must eat to […]
At age 17, I graduated high school and married my high school sweetheart. At the time, I never imagined my 29-year-old self as a divorced mother of two boys, partner in multiple businesses with my former husband and in need of a job outside of the businesses I owned. It was a very hard season […]
With everything going on in your life, why do you make time for your annual physical? Maybe your insurance covers it. Maybe you want to ensure you are in good physical shape and catch any potential problems early. I believe the same can be said for your financial health. To ensure you are in good […]
