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Temps, VAs, Contractors and Employees: Who Should You Hire?

The options for bringing in some help for your business go far beyond hiring a full-time employee. While an employee can be a good choice in many situations, it's worth taking a

4 Times Raiding Your Retirement Accounts Early Is Okay

Most experts agree you should "never" borrow from your retirement accounts, with a few exceptions. Here are a few.

10 Expensive Things That Look Cheap

It's smart to spend more to buy quality and value. But it's doubly dumb to pay way, way more and wind up something that delivers so much less.

Best Money Tips: Life-Changing Ways to Repurpose Household Items

Today we found some great articles on life-changing ways to repurpose household items, characteristics of those who are serious about their debt, and tips to stay ahead at work.

Do This One Thing to Defeat Disorganization Forever

Once you've decided where to start, you've already won. Get organized by doing it the right way — your way.

Does Energy-Efficient Equipment Make a Difference in Operating Costs?

Energy-efficient equipment is promoted as a way to save money for your business, but will the money saved make a noticeable difference in your operating costs?

Best Money Tips: Credit Card Tips to Live By

Today we found some awesome articles on credit card tips to live by, what to do if you hate your job, and road trip money saving tips.

How to Focus on Your Ideal Customer

Small businesses need to create a persona of their ideal customer — not average, but ideal — so they have an actual living, breathing person in mind to target.

5 Budgeting Ideas for Any Small Business

Do you really need those potted plants the first day you open? Learn how creating a realistic budget can help your small business thrive instead of fail.

Best Money Tips: Save on Dental Treatment

Today we found some awesome articles on saving money on dental treatment, paying with layaway, and how to benefit from low interest rates.

How To Grow Your Business Without Going Broke

Too much growth too soon often results in too little cash to keep the doors open.

10 Superb Ways For A Small Business To Friend Facebook

If you're not reaching your customers on Facebook, chances are your competitors are.

5 Fun Money Boosts That Grow Your Savings

Adding some extra income will help you reach a savings goal that much sooner. Make it fun and you'll have a great time getting there, too.

Does Guerrilla Marketing Still Work?

Maybe all guerrilla marketing needs to regain its buzz is a little guerrilla marketing.

All About Black Friday

Yeah, we all know that Black Friday has good deals. But from the history of the name to tips for shopping and more, learn everything else about the "holiday."

Best Money Tips: Lower Your Heat Bill

Today we found some great articles on tips to lower your heat bill, ways to further your job search, and tips to save money during the holidays.

Union Bank Secured Visa Card Review

The Union Bank Secured Visa Credit Card offers a low annual fee, additional benefits, and interest on your deposit. It's a solid choice for a secured card.

10 Great Brand Name Beauty Buys Under $20

Save a pretty penny on your next makeup haul. Score these awesome brand-name beauty buys for $20 or less!

6 Times It's Actually Okay to Be Underwater on Your Home

Many homeowners are still digging out from the housing crash. While we'd all rather have some equity, being underwater isn't always bad.

Can Low Prices Hurt Your Business?

For many small businesses, competing on price can do more harm than good.