The Biden Putin summit is dominating the news in mid-June of 2021. There’s a lot on the line, including security in Eastern Europe, trade, and cybersecurity issues. Both sides have strengths and weaknesses. Take economics, for example. The US economy (measured by gross domestic product) is over 20 trillion dollars, while Russia’s economy is about […]
Planning to Become a Freelancer? You Need a Website
in Entrepreneurship/by Kenneth W. BoydFreelancing offers many benefits. As a freelancer, you get to choose the clients you want to work with, decided on how much workload you want to juggle, work anywhere you want and allow you to work on a variety of projects. Getting further in your career without having to work for a single employer- or […]
What the Biden Putin Summit Teaches Us About Business Negotiations
in Entrepreneurship/by Kenneth W. BoydThe Biden Putin summit is dominating the news in mid-June of 2021. There’s a lot on the line, including security in Eastern Europe, trade, and cybersecurity issues. Both sides have strengths and weaknesses. Take economics, for example. The US economy (measured by gross domestic product) is over 20 trillion dollars, while Russia’s economy is about […]
How Can You Save Money On Your Large-Scale Building Project
in Entrepreneurship/by Kenneth W. BoydThe construction of apartment buildings is one of the most complex and large-scale projects one can undertake. Large jobs take up thousands of square feet and cost a lot of money. How do you maintain the highest quality and safety of your project, while keeping vital construction costs under control? In this post, we […]
The Financial Perks Of Downsizing
in Personal Finance/by Kenneth W. BoydContrary to popular belief, bigger isn’t always better. A smaller home can have many advantages, such as reducing clutter and making easier to clean and maintain. Smaller homes can also save you money in most cases. Below are just some of the financial perks of downsizing. Reduced rent/mortgage A smaller home is likely to be […]
Time For A New Place To Call Home?
in Personal Finance/by Kenneth W. BoydIf you are planning on selling your home, we have some great tips to help you. After all, selling your property can be a daunting experience, so you will want to make sure that everything goes as smoothly as possible. So, let’s take a look at some pieces of advice that can help you through […]
What Happens To Your Debts When You Pass Away?
in Personal Finance/by Kenneth W. BoydOur debts stay with us until we pay them off. But what happens if you pass away before you’ve had a chance to pay off your debts? Are they written off, or are your loved ones expected to pay the remaining debt? This post explains what happens to debts after death. Consult with an attorney […]
Fail the CPA Exam? Action Steps to Pass the Exam
in Accounting/by Kenneth W. BoydAfter my 4th call to technical support to fix an email issue, the customer service asks if I can stay on the line and take a survey about my satisfaction. If it takes 4 calls, I’m probably not satisfied. It’s frustrating. If you failed to pass the CPA exam, you’re not alone. It took me […]
Startup Business? Don’t Make These Catastrophic Financial Mistakes!
in Personal Finance/by Kenneth W. BoydEach year, thousands of Americans ignite the spark of their entrepreneurial spirit and start new businesses. They do so with the aspiration of building a brand and working towards some sense of financial freedom. The sad truth is that some of those people end up making mistakes during their crucial startup stages. As a result, […]
5 Things You (Maybe) Didn’t Know Were Tax Deductions
in Personal Finance/by Kenneth W. BoydMost of us, whether running a business or filing taxes as an individual want to ensure that we are as efficient as possible at holding on to as much money as possible and reducing our tax burden as effectively as possible. However, many of us simply are not aware of the various deductions we could […]
Is Gold Still A Better Investment Than Cryptocurrency?
in Personal Finance/by Kenneth W. BoydCryptocurrency is the big new investment opportunity that everybody seems to be evaluating. There are new coins being released all the time, and the barrier to entry is very low, so a lot of first-time investors are putting their money into crypto. It looks like it could be the future of investing and maybe even […]