As Benjamin Franklin said, there’s only two certainties in life: death and taxes. With the former, you don’t have much control over; however, the latter can be affected. That’s why we’re here to give you some tips and info about filing in our changing landscape. Remember Key Deadlines Whether it’s scheduling an alarm on your phone or penning it old school-style on a notepad, it’s critical to keep track of when your taxes are due. Of course, you’ll want to start early. When you do this, you have enough time to gather your info and forms, and make sure you don’t make any mistakes. ThatRead More →

As Benjamin Franklin said, there’s only two certainties in life: death and taxes. With the former, you don’t have much control over; however, the latter can be affected. That’s why we’re here to give you some tips and info about filing in our changing landscape. Remember Key Deadlines Whether it’s scheduling an alarm on your phone or penning it old school-style on a notepad, it’s critical to keep track of when your taxes are due. Of course, you’ll want to start early. When you do this, you have enough time to gather your info and forms, and make sure you don’t make any mistakes. ThatRead More →

Know to Stay Legal Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are reshaping content creation. It is now easier for businesses to produce images and videos for use on websites, social media, and other digital outlets. All this is possible without the traditional hurdles of expensive photoshoots, special design skills, or complex video production. However, as exciting as it is, business owners must pose and confront the question of whether these AI-generated images and videos are legally safe for commercial use from a copyright perspective. Understanding AI-Generated Content and Copyright AI-generated content is created by training algorithms with massive datasets of existing images, videos, and text. The AIRead More →

Promoting Resilient Supply Chains Act of 2025 (S 257) – Introduced by Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-WA) on Jan. 2, this bill is designed to promote resilient critical supply chains by identifying, preparing for, and responding to supply chain shocks to critical industries. The ultimate goal of the legislation is to encourage the growth and competitiveness of production and manufacturing in the United States using emerging technologies. The bipartisan legislation is currently under consideration in the Senate. To prohibit individuals convicted of defrauding the Government from receiving any assistance from the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes (HR 825) – This bipartisan legislation would prohibitRead More →

When it comes to financial analysis, there are two metrics that internal stakeholders and external users, such as investors and analysts, can use to assist with analyzing a business’s operations. Free cash flow to the firm (FCFF) is used as part of a discount cash flow (DCF) calculation that aids in determining a company’s intrinsic value, helping investors make better informed decisions. This metric provides insight into how much cash flow is available to all funding claimants of the business (be it convertible bond investors, debt holders, and preferred and common stockholders). This is compared to free cash flow to equity (FCFE), which is howRead More →

As 2025 unfolds, U.S. tax policy is poised for significant shifts, particularly with a new Republican administration under President Donald Trump. The year ahead will likely see a range of tax reforms, largely driven by the GOP’s objectives and campaign promises. In this article, we’ll explore the major tax policy trends, legislative developments, and administration changes that may shape U.S. tax law in 2025. The Impact of Supreme Court Decisions 2024 also saw two major Supreme Court decisions with significant tax implications. In the Moore case, the Court ruled narrowly on the issue of wealth taxation, leaving open the possibility of revisiting the question inRead More →

Return on Ad Spend (ROAS) is one way to help advertising and marketing professionals and investors analyze how well promotions do (or don’t) produce sales. It helps advertisers develop data based on their campaigns’ revenue production (or lack thereof). Understanding how this metric is calculated and how to analyze ROAS is essential for businesses to monitor and increase their advertising performance. Known as a Key Performance Indicator (KPI), ROAS determines how much sales are generated per dollar invested on advertising outlays. It separates advertising costs from the company’s costs, and it focuses on: 1. The differences between advertising income and advertisement expenses 2. Assisting companiesRead More →

With a Roth IRA, the owner can make limited contributions each year. In 2025, the limit is $7,000; $8,000 if age 50 or older. Only people who earn less than $150,000 (single filers) or under $236,000 (married filing jointly) can make a full Roth IRA contribution. While contributions do not qualify for a tax deduction, earnings are not taxable once the account has been open for five years. Contributions, which were previously taxed as income, can be withdrawn at any time. Once you open and contribute to a Roth IRA, the five-year countdown begins before you can take any earnings out tax-free. However, the holdingRead More →

Keeping tabs on what you spend isn’t hard. It just has to become a habit. But here’s the good news: Studies show that it only takes an average of 66 days to form a habit. A little over two months. With these easy ways to track your monthly expenses, you’ll be a regular money manager in no time. Add Up Your Monthly Income We’re talking about your regular paychecks – and extras from any side hustles. Have irregular income? No problem. Look at what you’ve made in the past few months and list the lowest amount as this month’s planned income. When you know howRead More →

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is continuously transforming how businesses operate, offering opportunities for efficiency, innovation, and growth. However, in an increasingly competitive landscape, businesses seek solutions tailored to their specific industries. To meet this demand for more tailored tools, vertical AI agents are emerging as key to staying ahead in the age of specialization. What are Vertical AI Agents? Vertical AI agents are designed to solve specific problems within industries in areas such as finance, retail, and healthcare. This differs from horizontal AI, which provides general capabilities across various sectors. Horizontal AI cross-functional applications such as marketing automation are applicable across different sectors.Read More →