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Recession
Once again, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) commonly called “The Fed,” is turning the mild recession during the first two quarters of 2022 into a deep two-year recession by raising interest rates too high and keeping them high for too long to control inflation. The Fed’s track record is deplorable. In the last 60…
Read MoreNational Diabetes Awareness Month
Every year the month of November is recognized as Diabetes Awareness Month. The purpose of this month is to raise awareness regarding the disease since millions of Americans live with diabetes. According to the American Diabetes Association, 37.3 million Americans have diabetes. Additionally, 96 million people are categorized as pre-diabetic which is a condition where…
Read MoreLong Term Effect of the Russia-Ukraine War
Sometimes in human history, wars between two countries have caused permanent, dramatic changes in the beliefs and attitudes of the world’s people. I believe the Russia-Ukraine war is one. It has caused world fossil fuel prices for oil to rise from about $60 per barrel to $100 plus per barrel. World natural gas prices went…
Read MoreNational Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The month of October is recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. According to the National Research Center on Domestic Violence, 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men are affected by domestic violence. Unfortunately, this means that this is a common problem for many people. Additionally, it is estimated that annually 20 million people…
Read MoreBBB Tip: Donating wisely during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Every October, countries worldwide observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month, focused on increasing support and awareness of the most common cancer affecting women worldwide. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), breast cancer is the most common cancer affecting women in the United States. In Texas, more than 19,000 new breast cancer cases were diagnosed in 2019.…
Read MoreShutting Down a Business
In a competitive free market economy such as ours in the U.S., businesses sometimes need to shut down. As in most business operations, there is a right way and a wrong way to do it. The following is what I believe is the right way. 1. Business owners and managers should anticipate the shutdown as…
Read MoreSuicide Prevention Month
September is recognized as Suicide Prevention Month. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, suicide is the second leading cause of death among people between the ages 10-34. In addition to this, suicide is the 12th leading cause of death in the United States. Along with this, the National Alliance on Mental Illness reports…
Read MoreHow Best to Boost Your Web-Based Projects to Enhance Your Companies Growth
As far as enhancing a website’s project management system goes, a lot of it has to do with using the proper methodologies to streamline projects better. This, of course, should make it easier to achieve your business objectives if all goes well. Furthermore, you’ll need the assistance of a project manager to see it all…
Read MoreBBB Business Tip: 7 ways small business owners can cope with inflation
U.S. consumers are experiencing the most significant 12-month increase in prices since 1981, and many small business owners are feeling the pressure. With the inflation rate hovering around 8%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistic’s Consumer Price Index, many small business owners are experiencing increased costs to conduct business and shrinking profit margins. Desperate to…
Read MoreTips to attract buyers when selling your home
(BPT) – Preparing your home for sale may start with ideas for staging the house or spackling and painting over nail holes, however, it also requires a considerable amount of planning and organization. Before opening your home to tours, either virtual or in person, be aware of what buyers might notice. “Getting your home ready…
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