Business & Finance

We all get to a point in life where we feel a bit of confusion. Oftentimes, this confusion appears when we are at a crossroads as to what career path to choose. Although you may have a specialized degree in...

  Do you want to know your FICO score?  Do you want to find out what it is for FREE?  Well, we've learned of a non-traditional way to obtain your score.   As you know, each of the...

  It's awesome to see athletes use their wealth wisely and be a great role model to the younger generation.    Carmelo Anthony just announced on Monday that he was starting a venture...

  When an individual accumulate wealth, a priority sets in. That priority is the well-being of your family. In the event of a major disability or death, your concern becomes how will the family be...

    Back in February, President Barack Obama announced the creation of the "My Brother's Keeper" program. This federal program was established to allow corporations, community groups, and...

  Just one year ago, we published an article sighting the turmoils Detroit city workers faced in the midst of the city's economic downfall. The city of Detroit, at that time, had filed for $19...

  Are you tired of annoying telemarketers calling your phone? Or numerous debt collectors trying to get money out of you?  While a few of those calls may be legit, many are not.   Over...

  On this day (July 16) almost 80 years ago, the first parking meter was installed in Oklahoma City, OK. The meter was installed at the corner of First Street and Robinson Avenue. A local attorney...

Looks like you aren't the only one being charged huge bank overdraft fees, even when you've deposited enough money in your account less than 24 hours earlier. CNNmoney.com reports that a man in New...

At this point you should have a pretty good idea of what both your “outgo” and income look like and where you stand in terms of how the two match up. Now it’s time to start creating a monthly...

    Music industry veteran, Andre Harrell is now a new Vice Chairman over at REVOLT.  As an key player in entertainment, his accomplishments span over several decades in film, music,...

  We know about his basketball legacy. But many people aren't aware of Johnson's major moves off the court. The NBA Hall of Fame inductee has a portfolio that is widely diverse. From restaurants to...

  Each year, the BET Awards rank high in attendance and viewership according to analysts. But, did you know that the price for those that attend can cost as much as a ticket to see a Mayweather...

  As an entrepreneur or partner in a start-up company, it is highly suggested that you develop a business plan.  This plan is like the Bible for your business. In it details the overall snapshot...

  In a recent article published  on Bloomberg Businessweek suggests that millennials and are capable of financially surviving in the world.   Despite the trillion dollar student loan...

  Drug cartels are becoming more advanced in the creativity department.  The days of stashing drugs in secret compartments within vehicles are long over. Nowadays, cartel leaders are taking a more...

  One of the world's most popular songs of all time just became the largest music manuscript ever sold at auction.   The 1965 classic "Like A Rolling Stone", written by Bob Dylan,...

If spending hours on XBox translated into a college education, would parents be more acceptable of the sport??  Why of course!  Well, parents are in relief because one school in Illinois recognizes...

  What a great way to turn your love for sneakers into a full-fledged business!   As reported by the NY Post, 10th grade student Chase "Sneakers" Reed took his 200 pairs of sneakers to...

  The days of paying with cash, check or credit card are soon long gone. Advancements in technology have made way for smartphones to become a person's wallet. Instead of swiping your card at the...

  It is about time an employer sees fit to contribute "generously" to their employees education.   Starbucks recently announced a new program that will help its employees earn an online...

via Forbes.com... Michael Jordan is now a billionaire. In February, my colleague and the Dean of athlete earnings, Kurt Badenhausen, pegged Jordan’s annual earnings at $90 million and his...

  As individuals, we have a habit of buying homes and cars when we receive a job promotion or miraculously hit the lottery. Even if our credit score is in the mid to high risk range, we will find a...

  In another copyright infringement suit filed by a hip-hop artist(s), a Manhattan judge awards a hefty payout to the plaintiffs.   Legendary hip-hop group, Beastie Boys, filed a lawsuit...

  Investing is a great way to build up a nice retirement fund. Many people invest for this purpose and in the process establish a diverse portfolio of stocks and/or bonds. But although investing...

  In Law and Order news...   Mariah Carey and The-Dream both have finally reached a settlement agreement with two Oakland, California songwriters.  According to RadarOnline, Preston...

  This question came up during a recent conversation with a friend. We were discussing Apollo Nida's, of "Real Housewives of Atlanta," recent request by the Federal court to provide proof of income...

Now that you have explored your spending habits and determined exactly where your money is going - be it day-to-day, on a monthly basis, or periodically throughout the year -  it’s time to tally up...

  When CEO's in the media business get paid more than CEO's in the utility and natural gas industries, it is evident that we live in a different day and age.   Recent reports show that...

  It is a pleasure to see hip-hop artists give back to the community. And Queens, NY emcee, Nas, is putting his best foot forward with his new "Nas Scholarship Fund."   Nasir Jones and...