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What’s All the Fuss About Tips and Taxes?

When electioneering, the best pledges are catchy enough to get stuck in a voter’s head. During this election, “no tax on tips” seems to be the phrase fitting that bill. Both presidential candidates are embracing the promise to exempt workers from paying taxes on their tips. But the problem with no-tax-on-tips proposals, experts say, is that they’re clearly a bid … Continue reading


How to Get Your Finances Back on Track for Fall

The investing information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. NerdWallet, Inc. does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks, securities or other investments. Summertime often coincides with big spending on summer camps, travel and other seasonal fun. That can make fall the ideal time to … Continue reading


5 Ways to Practice Financial Self-Care

The investing information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. NerdWallet, Inc. does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks, securities or other investments. The term “self-care” might conjure images of relaxing bubble baths or massages. But true self-care encompasses your finances, too. “Self-care is about … Continue reading


Avoid These 4 Prime Day Pitfalls

Black Friday used to happen only in November. But even as we’ve been getting used to the idea of those sales creeping into October, retailers have also been conditioning us to associate a third month with big deals — July. This month has sales scheduled from Amazon (Prime Day, anyone?), Target, Walmart and other big retailers. “Consumers are being trained,” … Continue reading


New Businesses Surge but May Be Tested This Year

The American entrepreneurial spirit seems to be doing well despite high borrowing costs and consumers burdened by high prices. New business applications are rolling in at a monthly rate 48% higher than the 2019 average. This surge began in the immediate wake of 2020 COVID-19 lockdowns, and it continues now in both total applications and those considered “high propensity,” which … Continue reading


Getting Ready to Retire? 3 Options for Your Small Business

Retiring is a process. It involves preparing your finances, your relationships and yourself. And if you’re a business owner, there’s an extra step — deciding what’s next for your customers and employees. As soon as you start thinking about your own retirement, start thinking about what will happen to your business, says Paul Tramontano, executive managing director and wealth manager … Continue reading


Some People Are Down on the Economy — Here’s Why We Should Care

When you ask people how they’re doing, you often get a knee-jerk “fine” or “good” without much introspection. But lately, when you ask people about the economy, they have clear feelings. Over the past several years, the economy has been remarkable, in a literal sense; there has been a lot to talk about. Inflation rose to levels we hadn’t seen … Continue reading


How to Escape From a Money Rut

Sometimes, climbing out of a money rut starts with a pep talk — to yourself. “I like affirmations and speaking out loud,” says Giovanna Gonzalez, a financial educator and author of “Cultura & Cash.” Her favorite affirmations are statements like, “I am not a reflection of my money mistakes,” “I can improve my financial situation,” and “My finances are within … Continue reading


Small-Business Owners Share Their Best Tips to Boost Revenue

Revenue, defined broadly as the total amount of money brought in by business operations over a set period of time, is an important driver of growth and an indicator of a business’s overall financial health. It’s also an important factor in qualifying for a business loan or attracting investors. Over half of small-business owners in the U.S. experienced an increase in revenue … Continue reading


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