The COVID-19 pandemic continues to be a global issue as new variants are spreading. As people continue to struggle, 2021 ended without a fourth stimulus check to keep households afloat.
by Nailah HerbertA recent study was conducted by economists at MIT, the University of California, Berkeley, the London School of Economics, and the University of Cologne. The study results showed that workers of low wages or underpaid wages believe that other workers doing the same work are making similar incomes. More workers would quit or ask for raises if they had access to information about other workers’ wages, claims an Economist at UC Berkeley.
by Viviana VazquezIntuit surveyed 8,000 people regarding whether they dream of becoming a small business owner. Out of the 8,000 people interviewed, 83 percent responded that the pandemic played a role in accelerating their plans to leave their jobs and open their businesses.
by Matin VarshochiNot all cities are as small business-friendly as others. If you’re looking to launch a company or relocate to a new area with your existing one, Atlanta could be a great option.
by Gwen PayneIt can be difficult to shop for an entrepreneur, but remember that the thing entrepreneurs care about most is their business. So giving a gift that helps their business will be very appreciated. Here are some ideas.
by Shaun MorganIn 2020, the nationwide protests surrounding the murder of George Floyd stirred up countless debates on why African Americans have yet to receive equality and may still have a long way to go to receive equity.
by Nailah HerbertThe 401(k) is by far the most common retirement investment plan, but it isn't the only options. After reading this article you'll know exactly what to do, and how to invest for retirement, even if you don't have a 401(k).
by Shaun MorganMany small businesses jump-start their brands by designing their websites and promoting products and services on platforms like Facebook and Instagram. With Facebook's most recent global outage, it taught businesses they must rely on more than just Facebook.
by Sheena AllenSaving for retirement is essential for living a comfortable life after working for many years. Depending on the line of work, different types of Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) are available to help a person maximize their retirement savings.
by Matin VarshochiGroup economics is when groups of people have a common economic goal and work together to achieve it, and is one route that assists with the closing of the racial wealth gap, including the practice of supporting local businesses.
by Nailah HerbertThe social media outage between Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp turned out to be a wake-up call for numerous small business owners. Many small business owners are choosing not to heavily rely solely on social media to serve their customers and set up other forms of connectivity like a business website and email list.
by Nailah HerbertThe SBA, under the CARES Act, opened applications for the third round of PPP loans on January 13 at participating community financial institutions. All lenders will accept applications from January 19 through March 31, 2021.
by CapWayTimes are challenging for everyone, and no matter your occupation, you are no doubt feeling financial strain thanks to COVID-19. It’s possible that the pandemic has not been kind to our checkbooks, our mental health, or our relationships.
by Gwen PayneIf you are wondering what to give an entrepreneur for Christmas, below are four gifts that could help on their entrepreneurship journey.
by William GlennMany of us are told by our teachers, counselors, and parents that college is the best choice. However, going to college is not for everyone. Choosing to attend college is a personal choice and should be considered an investment.
by Nailah Herbert