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Who is Kelly Loeffler? What to know about Trump’s new SBA administrator

Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images President Donald Trump’s Small Business Administration (SBA)’s nominee for administrator, Kelly Loeffler, was voted in 52-46 by the Senate on Feb. 20, making her the head of...

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It’s Almost Tax Day: 4 Investment Moves To Make Before April 15

When it comes to tax savings, there are some investment moves that need to be completed by Dec. 31 of the tax year, such as tax-loss harvesting. Fortunately, there are still several things investors...

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5 Sure-Fire Signs Of A Stock Market Bubble

The stock market has been on a tear over the past two years, with the S&P 500 increasing around 25 percent in both 2023 and 2024. In 2024 alone, the index closed at record highs more than 50...

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11 Ways to Save on Your Heating Bill

Like it or not, winter is here (unless you live in Florida). And you know what that means—it’s time to brace yourself (and your budget) for a crazy high heating bill. Ugh. It’s no secret that paying...

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US economy added 151,000 jobs in February, below expectations

The U.S. economy added jobs at a slower pace than expected in February, giving the Federal Reserve more labor market data to consider as it prepares to meet later this month. The Labor Department on...

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Tax Filing Season Statistics Suggests Taxpayers Are Still Waiting To File

IRS data from the fourth week of the tax filing season—the week ending February 21, 2025—continues to suggest that taxpayers are not excited about filing this tax season. Tax filing statistics are...

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Personal finance weekly news roundup March 8, 2025 ~ Credit Sesame

Credit Sesame’s personal finance news roundup for March 8, 2025. Stories, news, politics, and events impacting personal finance during the past week. February 2025 job growth sub-par PCE index still...

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Where Can I Get An Equipment Loan?

Key takeaways You can find equipment loans from traditional banks, online lenders and even equipment manufacturers in some cases SBA 504 loans are an option if you’re looking to apply for an SBA loan...

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Crypto.com Review 2025 | Bankrate

If you’re looking for a wide selection of cryptocurrencies and low commissions, Crypto.com could be a good fit as your next crypto exchange. With more than 400 coins available, you’ll have access to...

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Should You Tap Your Home Equity To Invest?

Key takeaways The idea of using home equity for investment is appealing, especially given the current rise in home values and the stock market’s strong performance in 2023 and 2024. But it comes with...

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Questions to Ask a Real Estate Agent

Buying or selling a house is probably the biggest financial transaction you’ll ever make—after all, there are hundreds of thousands of dollars at stake. That’s a lot of money! Because buying or...

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Trump sees a ‘manufacturing boom’ in first full jobs report of second term

President Donald Trump boasted that the U.S. is experiencing a “manufacturing boom” following the release of the first full jobs report of his second term.  The Labor Department on Friday reported...

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Walgreens to go private in $10B deal

Drugstore chain Walgreens Boots Alliance on Thursday announced that it will go private. The struggling company entered into an agreement with private equity firm Sycamore Partners valued at $10...

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How To Forecast Growth In The Age Of Uncertainty

It only takes a quick scan of any cable news network to realize that we have entered a whole new age of uncertainty. For many business leaders, it may be apropos to dub it the Age of Uncertainty....

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Are You Hindering Your Retirement By Not Investing In Gender Equality?

While there has been much conversation on not buying from companies with poor diversity, little has been said about investing in gender equality. Specifically companies that have strong gender...

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Protect yourself from credit card skimming scams ~ Credit Sesame

Credit Sesame helps you safeguard your finances by explaining how to avoid credit card skimming scams. Credit card skimming remains a significant threat in 2025, with fraudsters continually evolving...

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What is an SBA Community Advantage Small Business Lending Company?

Nikola Stojadinovic/Getty Images. Key takeaways The SBA created a program licensing Community Advantage Small Business Lending Companies (CA SBLCs) to provide a permanent solution to the lack of...

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How To Avoid Paying Capital Gains Taxes On Investments

When it comes to long-term capital gains taxes, many taxpayers assume there are just two rates – 15 and 20 percent. However, the IRS has another mostly forgotten rate that allows you to pay nothing on...

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Alternatives to Getting a Small Business Loan at a Bank

Key takeaways You can look into alternatives to bank business loans in the form of loans from an online lender, invoice financing or merchant cash advances The SBA offers community-based loan programs...

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2023 Best Cities to Retire

Retirement is a time for you to enjoy what you love—whether that’s traveling, spending time with family, or serving your community. If you want to live your retirement dream, you need a plan. And...

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