Finance Globe

U.S. financial and economic topics from several finance writers.

Chris Bibey is a freelance writer and internet marketing professional located in Pittsburgh, PA.

Is a Job in Web3 Your Ticket to Financial Stability?

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With 2023 underway, there’s no better time than now to examine your financial future. For many people, this means finding a way to boost their earning power.  While there’s no shortage of paths forward, a job in an emerging industry — such as Web3 — could be the solution. Here are just a few of the many reasons why you should at least consider this career change: There are several reasons why someone might want to...
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How to Prevent Overspending This Holiday Season

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With the holiday season in full swing, now’s the time to review your budget and set boundaries for the months to come. Putting in the work upfront can go a long way in helping you avoid financial errors that you’ll come to regret in the new year. Overspending during the holiday season is one of the biggest concerns facing consumers. Even if you’ve avoided major trouble in the past, it’s a new year. And with that,...
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What To Do With an Unexpected Lump Sum of Cash

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 There’s no better feeling than a lump sum of cash unexpectedly arriving in your life. This could come from a work bonus, tax refund, winning lottery ticket, or inheritance (and that’s just the start). Before you do anything with the money, take a step back to consider the best path forward. You don’t want to make a rash decision that you’ll regret in the future.  Here are some of the better things to do with an...
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How to Protect Your Finances During an Economic Downturn

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The current state of the economy is anything but stable. Inflation is taking over and there’s quite a bit of chatter about an oncoming recession.  While you don’t have control over the economy, you do have control over your personal finances. Here are five things you can do to protect your finances during times of economic uncertainty. Maintain an emergency fund: This is money that you can tap into if you face a financial emergency. For...
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Boost Your Small Business's Cash Flow With These Tips

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 If you’re an entrepreneur, you’re probably always thinking about improving your company’s cash flow. After all, having a consistent, healthy cash flow is essential for the success of your business: This grants you more flexibility as an entrepreneur and allows you to make smart investments for your company. If you’re hoping to boost your cash flow, these tips will give you plenty of ideas for ensuring a comfortable cash flow for your business. Organize Your Payroll...
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Budgeting 101: Get Your Finances In Order

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Having a proper budget is important in terms of financial stability. However, creating a budget that works for you and your lifestyle may seem difficult if you are just starting out. There are various ways to go about budgeting and doing so can allow you to live stress-free in regard to your finances. If you are unsure of where to begin, here are four ways you can get started on the path to getting your finances...
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Credit Card Fees: Watch for These

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It doesn’t matter if you’re searching for a new credit card or learning more about the one you already have, there’s an important question to answer: are you familiar with the fees associated with the card?Unless you can answer “yes” with 100 percent confidence, you have some work to do. If you’re uncertain of potential credit card fees, one or more of these could sneak up on you in the near future.An annual fee is a...
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Wanderer
Good points to be aware of. Sometimes the fees can offset the advantages of the card rewards.
Tuesday, 30 November 2021 04:32
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The Many Benefits of a Secured Credit Card

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Are you having a difficult time obtaining an unsecured credit card? Is this the result of no credit or bad credit? Have you given up on the process?While an unsecured credit card may be out of the question for the time being, there’s another option to consider: a secured credit card.With a secured credit card, you make a cash security deposit upfront that protects the credit card company. If you default, they have the right to...
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Home Equity Loan Fees: They Can Sneak Up On You

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There are many reasons to consider a home equity loan. It's a great way to consolidate debt, pay off medical expenses, or take on a home improvement project. However, before you head down this path, you should become familiar with the many fees associated with this type of loan. Should you neglect to do so, you may end up surprised — and that's not a risk you should be willing to take. While every lender is...
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COVID-19 and Your Small Business: How to Best Serve Your Clients

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There is no denying the fact that the COVID-19 pandemic has taken the business world by storm. As a small business owner, it’s safe to assume that you have concerns about the here and now, as well as what the future will bring.When it comes to COVID-19 and your small business, there’s nothing more important than your clients. Even if you’re going through a rough patch, there are steps you can take to ensure that your...
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Guest — Carl
Very difficult to have a business serving customers in this environment. Serving take-out, delivery or on-line will help many to s... Read More
Tuesday, 03 November 2020 15:08
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