Most people have heard of Rakuten, but many do not know what it actually is. Back in the 1990s, two attorneys created what they called Ebates.com, an online portal that offered cash back rewards from around 40 stores on the Internet. Over time, Ebates expanded and completed several prominent acquisitions before being acquired by Japan-based Rakuten in 2014 for $1 […]
Banking has never been more convenient or more secure. With more and more people relying on their mobile devices for everything from buying groceries to checking their social media accounts, it’s no wonder people are growing more comfortable with online banking as well. In fact, several modern banks are exclusively online. Online banking can be an excellent way to save […]
Since so many things in life require money, making money is always a concern. Fortunately, whether you are looking for full-time employment or a little extra cash on the side, there are plenty of ways to go about it. Listed below are some real options (no BS stuff!) you can consider if you need to make some money fast. Some […]
Although a large portion of the public has moved to debit and credit cards for most purchases, checks still hold an important role in the business world. Every time a business accepts payment via credit or debit, it must pay a fee. Business transactions are smooth and less expensive when done with checks. What’s more, checks provide businesses with a […]
Having a bank account is something that is required of most adults in the modern world. If you receive a paycheck or payment of any kind, chances are you have one. Not only are they a basic necessity, they are also incredibly convenient until the moment you pull out your checkbook and realize you’re almost out. Getting checks printed can […]
While paying with checks may seem outdated to many people today (especially the younger generation) they are actually still used quite often. Many small businesses still accept checks – especially those that have not upgraded to credit card technologies – and landlords and utility companies usually accept checks too. So how do we get our hands on checks if we […]
Starting a business can be challenging and scary, but it doesn’t have to be! Many people are concerned they won’t be able to make it due to financial concerns, but there are actually many ways to start an online business at a much lower cost than you might think. Online businesses are a smart move these days seeing as many […]
It is convenient to re-order check from your local bank, but did you know there are online options to get the same computer checks from specialized check printing companies? These companies offer the same quality paper, safety functions and features of a computer check as the banks do. In addition, there are tremendous cost savings when you know where to […]
As the Covid pandemic and the need for social distance continues, it’s no wonder many of us are feeling more stress. Whether it’s due to the dizzying news cycle, economic insecurity, or simply having long days with little ones, the stress of life in a pandemic is real and exhausting. One of the biggest stressors for families right now is […]
At the beginning of the year, I had to take a long, hard look at how much (or, as it turned out, how little) I was using digital means to optimize my business decisions. After speaking with a potential data management partner, I settled on implementing some Enterprise Resource Planning (or ERP, for short) software. ERP programs are designed to […]
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