Your Money and You

  Oftentimes, we here of small businesses that were once thriving soon become a thing of the past.  What was the reason for the business closing? Was it financially related?  Did the partnership...

A grey cloud has been looming over the record industry for quite some time now. Since CD sales have dropped tremendously even with the financial backing of major labels, some artists are now...

During the economic downfall and fiscal fiasco, the Small Business Administration (SBA) agency seen a major blow to available funding for business owners. In the past few years, that issue has been...

As much as Lisa Raye vowed that she'd never play the exotic dancer role again, she's eating her words now. According to several news outlets, Lisa Raye along with Stacy Dash, Carmen Elecktra, and Lynn...

In Summer 2012, Houston rapper Slim Thug released his first book, How To Survive In A Recession.  The book was a surprise to most hip hop heads who were used to seeing Slim Thug in videos with flashy...

  Tired of credit collectors blowing up your phone?  Tired of receiving collection letters in the mail?  Well, you and a million other people are sick of it. But, the first thing that you have to...

  No matter what facet of the entertainment business you decide to dive in or any business for that matter, the solidity of your brand will always be what drives your business. Now it’s up to you...

Chegg, an online student hub, has given college kids a cool platform to earn cash and learn to manage their money.   The new program is part of the "textbook buyback" initiative which is a...

  It's 2013. We are living in a day and age where information, on just about anything, is readily available.  Whether it's through the internet or at your local library, advice on a wide ray of...

Photo Courtesy of MSNBC   The city of Boston suffered a great deal after two bombs exploded injuring 170 people and killing three.  At what was supposed to be a cheerful occasion, a deadly attack...

Now that tax season is nearing an end, some people won’t have their hands waiting on a refund. Instead they’ll be getting their ducks in a row and trying to figure out how to pay the IRS back what they...

  Did you know that April is Financial Literacy Month?  Well, it is.  In effort to promote financial literacy, several companies are lending a helping hand by offering free information and tools...

  Learning how to read a stock table or ticker is fairly easy. Check out these descriptions and use them as a guideline when reading your daily newspaper or stock purchases via the...

Although, prenuptial agreements have been implemented in marriages for years, it seems like lately (especially on television) the word "prenup" has been throwed around a lot.  For instance, on Bravo's Real...

After coming across an article on CNNMoney, it made me instantly think about the very few times I lended money out.  Although, in most instances the money was returned, there was one friend who didn't give my...

With the tax season officially in full swing, many of you are rushing to your computers or nearest tax office to get your tax filing in motion. This is especially the case for those that are expecting a...

  For the second year in a row, the state of Florida lead in most cases found of tax identity fraud.  The Internal Revenue Service announced last week that they were implementing...

If you are all fired up and ready to file your taxes when the tax season officially kicks off on Wednesday, but you just so happen to be one of those that are claiming certain education credits then...

If you’re like most people then you’re still reeling from your paycheck shrinking due this year’s increase in payroll tax. While yes you’ve gotten a break for the past two years, every little bit...

Without a doubt, saving money is a significant part of your financial well-being. So if you’re already in the habit of saving money then you’re on the right track, if not let’s see if we can help you...

  In case you haven't been keeping up with the fiscal cliff fiasco, many tax filers will be pissed to learn that it's too early now to file.  The reason is because the Internal Revenue Service...

Many artists are becoming smarter and taking their careers in their own hands. Artists are realizing that giving full ownership and creative control to major labels is not necessarily the way to go.So instead,...

In the new Investing 101 series, STACKS Magazine will provide readers with easy-to-understand steps and information on how to invest. We realize that in this day and time, finances are a major issue....

If you're saving for college, or if you have kids that are saving for college, you should consider a Roth IRA. No kidding - even if the kid is only 8 or 10 years old - if he has earnings of any sort, be it...

With the holidays fast approaching and the wonderful notion that tis’ the season to be giving, be careful not to get too caught up in all the shopping and festivities and let your guard down when it comes...

  Considered one of the biggest shopping days of the year, Black Friday is steadily approaching us. The day after Thanksgiving signifies the day in which deal seekers brave the cold and long lines...

Earlier this month we brought you a few fact versus fiction tips when it comes to building better credit. In case you missed it click here. In addition to those tips, there are several more factors to...

  Businesses, whether big or small, have been the hot topic during the recent presidential debates. With business owners, the number one concern is high tax rates. Well, CNN recently gave a...

Whether you’re trying to purchase a new home, feeling the urge for a new car or simply trying to get a credit card or a loan, credit can be issue. If you happen to find yourself on the not so good side...

  According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, you may be a victim of a flawed credit score.  While many of us obtain a free credit report to see what our calculated credit score is,...