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  1. 10 Things Every Business Leader Needs To Know About AI In 2025
    Whether you run a business or lead corporate teams, there’s no avoiding artificial intelligence (AI). It’s everywhere in 2025, along with hype, fear and confusion.
  2. 4 Reasons It’s Actually a Good Time to Buy a House (for Some People)
    A record number of Americans think it’s a bad time to buy a house, and with housing costs near an all-time high, it’s hard to blame them. Mortgage
  3. Trump’s Tariffs: Four Things Small Businesses Can Do Now To Survive
    New tariffs on imported goods could have a negative impact on small businesses. If your business relies on foreign-made products and parts, here are some ways to mitigate the potential effects
  4. How AI Is Transforming Work And Enhancing Labor Sustainability Reporting
    As AI reshapes the landscape of work, it also presents an opportunity to revolutionize sustainability reporting on how we report and improve labor conditions globally.
  5. How Secure 2.0 Helps Small Businesses Boost Retirement Benefits
    Nearly 75 percent of small businesses don't offer retirement plans to their workforce. The Secure 2.0 Act could change that. It's about to get easier
  6. How Tariffs Affect Small Businesses—Plus Tips On Navigating Them
    There's little doubt that tariffs will affect small businesses. Read on to find out how and what businesses can do to mitigate their impact
  7. How to Approach Advertising and Marketing During a Recession
    In every adversity, there is opportunity. The uncertainty of a recession and COVID-19–related market disruptions is undoubtedly daunting, but you can’t hide from it. Here’s a nugget of truth that serves as good news: When a recession happens and causes everyone to panic and shrink their advertising budgets, your market
  8. How to Prepare for a Bidding War When Buying a
    Discover expert insights to navigate sellers' markets with ease. Michael Bartels, a seasoned mortgage professional, shares invaluable tips to secure your dream home. From pre-qualification to negotiation strategies, learn how to stand out in competitive bidding wars.
  9. How to Use Rent Payments to Increase Your Credit Score
    Are you one of the over 40 million people currently renting? Here’s a little secret: it can help improve your credit score. Like it or not, your credit affects just about every aspect of your financial life. Whether you’re trying to buy a house, a car — or even a fancy new phone, your credit score is the first thing le
  10. If you lost your job and are struggling to make ends meet, it could be worth adding a note to your credit report
    Your credit report is a snapshot of your finances, showing payment history and balances for all your past and current accounts. Whenever you apply for