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7 Money Mistakes You’re Making in Your 20s

Success

Paying credit card interest or fees. A credit card can be a useful tool. Credit card interest rates can be incredibly high, and not paying off your balance every month can start a downward spiral into crippling consumer debt that destroys your finances. Something else to look out for is annual fees.

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3 Common Money Myths Debunked

Success

In every financial workshop, I hold with 20-somethings, there inevitably comes a point where someone utters the phrase, “But my dad said…” followed by: I should carry a balance on my credit card to improve my credit. This article originally appeared in the August 2016 issue of SUCCESS magazine and has been updated.

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How to Build a Library Worth Having

Success

Kids need to start learning the difference between a debit and a credit card. This article was published in December 2016 and has been updated. Accounting and finance books Next, accounting. You’ve got to have at least a primary understanding of accounting. Include law books when building your library And next is law.

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8 Smart Ways to Save on Your Summer Business Travel (and Have Fun, Too!)

Entrepreneur.com

Make the most of credit card rewards Your business expenses should be earning you something in return. Travel-focused credit cards come with perks like free travel insurance, airport lounge access and points on your purchases. And even if youre tempted by business class, economy seating can save you a pretty penny.

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Profitable, AI-Powered Tech, Now Preparing for a Potential Public Listing

Entrepreneur.com

By Amanda Breen Starting a Business 'We Didn't Know We Could Do That!' ' These Co-Founders Built a Unique Photography Business That Tapped an Unexpected Need — And Now Is Found in 60 Cities Jennifer Tsay, co-founder and CEO of Shoott, explains the key marketing pivot the company made that rocketed their success.

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The Importance of PCI Audits

Small Business CEO

A data security report compiled by Verizon shows that in 2016, there were 80,000 data security issues. A PCI compliance audit can help to ensure your customers’ sensitive data, such as credit card information, is safe.… Data breaches are more prevalent today than ever before.

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5 Challenges and Mistakes Faced by Every Solopreneur

Office Organization Success

They are so desperate for clients that they’re willing to take on anyone who waves their credit card in front of them, even though they know in their hearts that this may not be the right client for them. © 2016 Tracey Lawton Training & Consulting LLC.

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