In another life, I wrote process management software for large organizations in the government. These organizations had processes that “evolved” out of years of personal relationships and massive three-ring binders. (It wasn’t until that job that I learned Excel spreadsheets had limits to the rows and columns in a sheet!) The processes had become extremely … Read more
FinTechs, or financial technology companies, have gotten extremely popular in the last few years. They offer bank-like services and sometimes promise some very innovative and fun features that banks don’t. Many offer higher yields than traditional banks, even some high yield savings accounts, and are appealing if you want to get a little extra. But … Read more
Ting Mobile Review Product Name: Ting Mobile Product Description: Ting Mobile is a discount cellular phone carrier that offers flexible plans and works off of the Verizon and T-Mobile networks. You’ll never pay data overages with Ting Mobile. Summary Ting Mobile is an MVNO cellular service provider founded in 2012. Purchased by Dish Network in … Read more
Whether you’re just starting a business or already established, you will eventually need to decide whether to become an LLC (limited liability company) or remain a sole proprietor. Below are some situations when you should create an LLC and a few instances when it’s better to avoid this type of business structure. Table of Contents … Read more
Instacart is a popular gig economy app that allows you to shop for and deliver groceries from local grocery stores. Working as an Instacart shopper has become a popular side gig for hundreds of thousands. The flexibility that Instacard provides, along with the potential for extra income, makes it a great gig economy job. But Instacart … Read more
There are many paths to earning your first million dollars. But don’t listen to those who tout get-rich-quick schemes. Making a million dollars requires hard work and years of diligent saving. Some people inherit money or benefit from a high salary, but those are exceptions to the rule. Below are 10 tried-and-true principles you can … Read more
There are many paths to earning your first million dollars. But don’t listen to those who tout get-rich-quick schemes. Making a million dollars requires hard work and years of diligent saving. Some people inherit money or benefit from a high salary, but those are exceptions to the rule. Below are 10 tried-and-true principles you can … Read more
We have four lovely kids, the oldest of which is becoming a teenager this year. When each of them was born, we opened a 529 plan and have been making regular contributions. Our hope is that they each get into their college of choice and, with a mixture of financial aid and parental aid, they … Read more
If you plan to form a corporation or a limited liability company (LLC), you will almost certainly need a registered agent. But what is a registered agent for an LLC, and how can it benefit your new business formation? Also, what considerations must you make when choosing a registered agent? Table of Contents What Is … Read more
There are many ways to structure a business. You’re likely familiar with the most common business formations, such as sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations. A limited liability company, or LLC, sits somewhere between a sole proprietorship and a corporation. But what exactly is it, and how much does it cost to start an LLC? Table … Read more