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Bootstrapping

7 Easy Ways To Manage Cash Flow In Your Business | Entrepreneur

To avoid financial problems holding back business growth, craft a detailed budget and monitor real-time performance for early issue detection. [ more ]

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Refinery29

2 weeks ago

JavaScript

Money Diary: Digital Marketing Advisor On 33,000

Real-life money diaries offer insights into personal finance habits and attitudes. [ more ]

time.com

Business

Why a 60/30/10 Budget Could Be the New 50/30/20

The 50/30/20 rule by Elizabeth Warren can be relevant with adjustments.

Flexibility is vital when applying money management rules in today's economy. [ more ]

time.com

In My Marriage Money Was a Trap. After My Divorce It Was My Freedom

Managing finances after divorce can be challenging, especially if one spouse is left with debt and no assets.

Learning about personal finance and budgeting is crucial to financial stability after divorce. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

Cooking

This 24-Year-Old Only Spends $125 A Month On Groceries In NYC - Here's How She Does It

Maria's budget may seem unrealistic to some, but she acknowledges that everyone has different preferences and dietary restrictions.

The goal of Maria's videos is to make viewers more aware of their spending and inspire them to take small steps towards financial control. [ more ]

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www.bostonherald.com

3 days ago

Business

Saving big when your cash stash is small

Having any emergency savings, no matter how small, is crucial for financial protection. Maximize growth by utilizing high-yield accounts and reviewing expenses for better savings. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

1 week ago

New York City

How a Hidden' $1.4 Billion Tax Will Make N.Y.C. Water Bills Rise

Local governments face financial challenges; NYC plans to charge water board $1.4 billion in rent, leading to potential rate hike and service vulnerabilities. [ more ]

Bankrate

2 weeks ago

JavaScript

20 Ways To Make Extra Money | Bankrate

A side job can help you grow wealth and pay down outstanding debt.

Make sure to use a legitimate online platform when seeking ways to make extra money.

Take care not to overwork yourself. Evaluate your budget and decide how much you really need to work. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

3 weeks ago

California

California ranks among most expensive states for single people, families. Who is No. 1?

California ranks as one of the most expensive states for single adults and families to live comfortably. [ more ]

Austin Monitor

3 weeks ago

Austin

City budget writers outline some rate increases - Austin Monitor

Property taxes are the largest revenue source for Austin's General Fund, with sales taxes being the second-largest. [ more ]

The Drum

4 weeks ago

Why events marketing spend is booming when others channels are sluggish

Event marketing sees considerable growth in spending, reflecting a shift towards real-world experiences and away from oversaturated online ads. [ more ]

Shopify

Marketing Plan Template: How To Create a Marketing Plan (2024) - Shopify

A solid marketing plan is crucial for a scalable online business.

A marketing plan template provides structure and guidance to create successful marketing plans. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

SaaS B2B Marketing: The Ultimate Guide For 2024

Establishing clear goals and target audience is essential in SaaS B2B marketing.

The guide provides tips on budgeting, finding the right audience, and standing out from the competition. [ more ]

The Drum

People have less cash, but it doesn't need to be bad news for brands

Consumers are buying less due to rising cost of living, leading to anxiety and stress about finances.

Despite spending less on products and services, people are prioritizing spending time with family, friends, and community. [ more ]

Exchangewire

Changes afoot: 2024 predictions & trends in digital-savvy APAC

The APAC region is driving digital ad spend growth, with revenues expected to increase by 7% in 2024.

Marketers in APAC will need to adapt to tighter budgets and changing consumer behavior while navigating cultural and linguistic diversity. [ more ]

Scary Mommy

Parenting

This Mom Says It's Okay To Send Your Kids To School In Clean, But Stained, Clothes

Kids' clothes constantly get stained, making it challenging for parents to keep up with replacements.

It's acceptable to send kids to school in clean stained clothes, as they are still wearable and saves money. [ more ]

HuffPost

Parenting

The Truth About Giving Kids An Allowance Summed Up In 28 Tweets

Kids questioning allowance expectations.

Parents negotiating and reflecting on allowances. [ more ]

New York Post

NYC politics

Four new NYPD classes hitting streets in wake of Jonathan Diller's fatal shooting: City Hall

Four new Police Academy classes in NYC this year

Mayor plans to increase police force for public safety and prosperity [ more ]

POLITICO

NYC politics

Mayor cancels upcoming budget cuts amid migrant savings and rosy financial outlook

Moody's report reaffirmed city's high credit rating due to strong financial management

Mayor Adams reversed 5 percent spending cut after projecting cost reductions from sheltering migrants. [ more ]

New York Post

NYC politics

Horrible poll is a wake-up call for Mayor Adams

Mayor Adams' approval rating among New Yorkers is only 28%.

Adams' decline in approval rating has ominous implications for New York's budgeting cycle and other problems. [ more ]

SFGATE

SF real estate

On the House: How Early Should I Begin Searching for a Home?

First-time homebuyers should give themselves at least six months to find a home.

Consider market competition, location, and budget when deciding when to start home search. [ more ]

SFGATE

SF real estate

How To Rent an Apartment: The Complete Guide for First-Time Renters

Determine your budget based on your monthly take-home pay and consider other costs like security deposits and moving fees.

Identify your priorities for an apartment, such as neighborhood safety, school district quality, and commute time. [ more ]

SFGATE

SF real estate

How to Put a Ring on It and Save for a House, Too

Couples who want to save for a house and have a grand wedding can set smart budgeting strategies to achieve both goals.

Prioritizing saving for a down payment on a house is generally the better financial decision compared to spending on a wedding. [ more ]

Boston.com

Boston

A new study says how much you need to make to live 'comfortably' in Boston. It's a lot.

Boston ranks as the fifth-most expensive city for singles to live comfortably, with an income over $100,000 needed.

SmartAsset suggests a budget split of 50% for needs, 30% for wants, and 20% for paying debt, saving, or investing. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Productivity

How to Downsize Your Life and Save Money | Entrepreneur

Accumulating possessions leads to waste of money and mental clutter

Downsizing offers financial benefits like reduced housing costs, utility bills, and maintenance expenses. [ more ]

www.cbc.ca

Canada news

What's behind rising food prices in Canada's North? Questions emerge over pricing by retailer and subsidy | CBC News

High food prices in Canada's North due to global factors

Residents like Nora Jean Omand adopt strategies like budgeting and traveling long distances for affordable groceries. [ more ]

WhoWhatWear

Fashion & style

29 Nordstrom Items I Chose Over My 401(K)-Sorry, Dad

Allocating a percentage of every paycheck toward retirement is essential

Spending temptations can occasionally derail retirement savings goals from Nordstrom items [ more ]

Berlin Startup Jobs

Berlin

Job Vacancy: Project ManagerIn (all genders) // JOLI BERLIN | Marketing & Communications Jobs | Berlin Startup Jobs

Strong project management skills required for influencer marketing campaigns.

Experience in managing large clients and high campaign budgets is essential. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Horoscopes Feb. 9, 2024: Mia Farrow, the pieces will fall into place

Stick to your pattern and budget

Trust and believe in yourself [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Harriette Cole: I made this resolution, then I struggled all year

Spend within your means to build wealth

Create a budget and stick to it [ more ]

Entrepreneur

4 Ways I Mastered Financials to Scale My Business to Eight Figures | Entrepreneur

Financial mastery is crucial for business growth.

Tracking expenses and creating a budget is essential for financial accountability. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Harriette Cole: My birthday wish list could get me in trouble with my family

Make a wish list with a range of price points, but don't expect to receive everything on it.

Communicate your gratitude for the gifts you receive.

Plan ahead for your study abroad to ensure you can afford daily expenses and experiences. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

Food & drink

People Are Sharing The Surprisingly Efficient Change They Made To Save Money

Using creative solutions like signing up for a monthly AAA membership to save on towing costs

Creating budgets for specific impulse purchases to control spending [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Digital life

8 Simple Ways to Keep Your Finances in Check This Year | Entrepreneur

Focus on improving your credit score by minimizing debts and making on-time payments.

Organize and budget your spending to track where your money is going and cut costs. [ more ]

Time Out London

London

This is how much you need to earn to be financially stable in London, apparently

Basic financial stability in London requires earning at least £37,000 a year.

This is higher than the average UK salary and the official London 'living wage'. [ more ]

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