Which type of business is the best one to own? The short answer is one that makes money, but the long answer is that it should have all or some of the following characteristics: Simple product or service: The more complex the product or service you are offering, the harder it is to operate your […]
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How to Prepare for & Prosper from the Next Recession
We are currently in one of the longest economic recoveries ever recorded. That is excellent news, but on the flip side, we are due for a recession. Who knows when that will happen, but there are steps to take to prepare yourself and possibly take advantage of any future downturns: Don’t Live on the Edge: […]
You’re Not Too Sophisticated for Cash
It seems as though nobody uses cash anymore, but why should you? Smart people use credit cards and pay the bill at the end of the month so they can earn points, build credit, and have additional time to pay for their purchases, also known as “float.” But is it really that smart to use […]
The Envelope Method Revisited
A while back I wrote about using the envelope method to help manage expenses and cash flow. Because I believe in simplicity, there may be a simpler way to use this powerful method. First, a background on the envelope method: I started using this method when I was a teenager through the guidance of my […]