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  1. For the first time in US history, a decade will pass without the country falling into a recession
    In every decade since the period immediately before the Civil War, the US economy could be relied on to do one thing: tumble into recession. But the American economy is on pace to defy that trend for the first time in nearly 170 years as it enters the 2020s. The 2010s would be first time a decade has come and gone with
  2. Forget Debt-Free Living: Here's When Having Debt Is a Smart Move
    Lots of finance experts are firmly on the "Debit is evil!" bandwagon -- and with good reason in some cases. There are countless tales of woe from folks who struggle to pay off large or growing debt. But some of those advisors may be a bit shortsighted on the topic of debt. Luckily, for every anti-debt extremist, there'
  3. Hosting for the Holidays? 5 Tips to Save Money and Preserve Your Mental Health
    The holiday season is practically here, and for a lot of people, this means they will either be visiting friends and family or *gasp* called upon to host visitors.
  4. How Inflation Hurts Retirees and How You Can Protect Yourself
    What is inflation, and why does it matter? In simple terms, inflation means prices are rising, and your purchasing power is declining.
  5. How Much Salary Should Business Owners Take To Maximize Social Security?
    Determining the best salary to pay yourself as a business owner can be a tough choice.
  6. How Parents Can Help Their Kids Build Good Credit at Any Age
    Parents have a profound influence on their children -- including what they learn or don't learn about finances.
  7. How To Integrate Geopolitics In Your Business Strategy
    Worried about business risk? Here are 3 strategies for integrating geopolitics into your board's agenda
  8. How To Recession Proof Your Small Business
    w To Recession Proof Your Small Business In times of economic uncertainty, it's common to feel overwhelmed and unsure about the future
  9. Inflation Is Small Business Owners' Top Concern. Will It Get Better in 2024?
    It's been a tough year to run a business, no matter your line of work.
  10. Is It Safe to Invest During a Recession?
    The COVID-19 crisis has already upended the U. S. economy. Right now, millions of Americans are out of work while countless small businesses are at risk of shutting down on a permanent basis. As such, there's talk that we'll soon have a full-blown recession on our hands. There's no single definition of what a recession