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Could You Outlive Your Retirement Funds?
3 ways to strategize with a fiduciary People are living longer, and as wonderful as that news is to many, there is a possible downside: outliving your money in retirement. It’s a very large fear that many people have today. Most retirement plans have not incorporated the longevity risk. And without mitigating that, many middle-class […]
I’m an economist, so I naturally have a fascination with data, statistics, and what we can learn from them. But the reason I find economics so interesting isn’t the numbers or the charts — it’s how they shape the everyday lives of people. And that’s the reason running a Federal Reserve Bank is such a privilege.
What is a bank’s role in community financial literacy
Financial literacy is defined as possessing the financial expertise needed to make healthy financial choices. It’s a topic that is extremely important for all ages, but often can be overlooked. As a financial institution, how can a bank contribute to the financial literacy and continued learning of its customers and its community? The need is apparent,
Some recent tweets that came across the @cnybj Twitter feed, offering various small business, tech, HR, career, and personal tips. SBA @SBAgovKnowing your customer is a vital part of effectively selling your product or service. Launch SBA’s free online training for tools and resources to understand your customer and increase sales — ow.ly/hwsn50uHwXp NFIB @NFIBIf
What Buying Habits Tell Marketers About Each Generation
Each generation has unique experiences, lifestyles, and demographics that influence their buying behaviors, financial experts say. And studies show these distinguishing factors often lead to different spending habits between generations. As a result, many companies are reaching out to consumers and trying to understand — and gain the attention of — these diverse buyers. This type
What is Your Definition of Success? 5 Tips to Find it
While building and maintaining a thriving business may not be easy, experts in entrepreneurial endeavors say that building a personal brand first is key. In fact, some studies show that today’s consumers trust big brands less and prefer buying from a person they view as authentic and relatable. But before building a personal brand, it’s important
Some recent tweets that came across the @cnybj Twitter feed, offering various small business, tech, HR, career, and personal tips. SBA @SBAgovThinking about starting a #smallbusiness? We got you covered — http://ow.ly/97dH50v1r8z Rural Development @usdaRDPut these hot summer days to work for you! USDA’s Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) can do just that by
Business-Owner Transition and Charitable Planning
For many business owners, a business sale is more than a transaction; it’s a major life transition. Their business is often the largest asset that they own, as well as the key part of their financial and estate plans. What’s more — their business has likely played an important role in shaping their daily life and
4 surprising facts about the SBA 7(a) loan guarantee program
The United States runs on small business. In fact, small companies made up 99.9 percent of the nation’s total businesses last year. If you own or manage one of these 30.2 million small businesses, you already understand that it’s a big task — it takes time, personal investment, hard work, capital, and the right partners.
What You Don’t Say is as Important as What You Do Say
Dear reader: Do you know what time it is? If you just looked at a clock and were prepared to tell me “It’s 8:30” or “It’s noon” or some other time, you’re probably just trying to be helpful. But that’s not always the best communications strategy. When communicating in business situations — especially when what
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