Young adults have made saving a priority this year – ahead of losing weight, living healthier and other typical New Year’s resolutions – as financial concerns take a toll on their friendships and personal lives, according to a new survey by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Ad Council. The organizations released [ Read More ]
Travelers are bombarded with offers, deals and price fluctuations on a day-to-day basis, so to help them navigate the maze and save money, Consumer Reports’experts came up with some helpful tips to cut costs and lock in the best rates. A Consumer Reports reporter found a roundtrip ticket from Philadelphia to Venice on Alitalia for [ Read More ]
It’s the season for making a list and checking it twice, but a holiday to-do list isn’t the only one you should be working on before the year ends. Be your own Santa and write up a list of money moves you can make now that will be a gift to yourself come tax time. [ Read More ]
Like any small business, franchises need to differentiate themselves from their competitors and continually reach out to potential customers in order to record growth and be successful. One big advantage franchises have over other businesses is that they begin their enterprise with a solid brand name, and if you’ve chosen franchisors wisely, a great reputation [ Read More ]
A new study by the Office of Advocacy looks at developments in women-owned businesses between 1997 and 2007, using data from the Census Bureau’s Surveys of Business Owners. This dynamic period was marked by rapid growth overall, with a slowdown during the 2000-2001 recession, followed by strong growth in 2002-2007. Women’s share of total U.S. [ Read More ]
In its ongoing effort to stem overhyped advertising claims, the Federal Trade Commission announced that Reebok International Ltd. has agreed to resolve charges that the company deceptively advertised “toning shoes,” which it claimed would provide extra tone and strength to leg and buttock muscles. Reebok will pay $25 million as part of the settlement agreement. [ Read More ]