One of the side benefits of inflation is that banks are finally beginning to pay interest on your savings. Here are some ideas to help you make the most of your banked cash: Understand your bank accounts. Not all bank accounts are created equal. Interest rates, monthly fees, minimum balances, direct deposit requirements, access
With graduation season just around the corner, now it a great time to review five key money basics for both students and the entire family. Understand your net worth. Get used to making this calculation at least once per year. It equals everything you own minus everything you owe others. For young graduates, this
Changes in your business equipment, real estate holdings, the amount of inventory, and the number of employees are all good reasons to review your business’s insurance in addition to your annual review. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: Keep in regular contact with your insurance company and your agent. Keep
For the second year in a row, the traditional April 15th Federal Tax filing due date is being moved for a local holiday observance. Here’s what you need to know about Emancipation Day and how it affects the traditional tax filing deadline. Background President Abraham Lincoln signed the Compensated Emancipation Act on April
Team Veris took to the roof for a day at the Sea Island Habitat for Humanity Women’s Build. This awesome organization does amazing things in the community, one of which is building houses for deserving families. Our team learned new skills, conquered new heights, and filled their hearts with pride and joy knowing there will
At some point in your life you may be on the receiving end of a debt collection phone call. More often than not, these calls are either fraud or in error, or may be due to some other unforeseen circumstance. Whatever the reason, what everyone should know is that there are strict rules in the
Looking for a way to tackle insomnia? Read your homeowners insurance policy. Kidding aside, it’s worth the effort. This is especially important as insurance costs are going through the roof and too many surprises occur when you need your insurance after an event requires you to file a claim. Here are some areas that may
Team Veris traded in the calculators for tool belts and spent a day with Dorchester Habitat for Humanity helping to build a house for a deserving family. We loved learning new skills and left with a full heart knowing this family is one step closer to having a home of their own. Giving back is at the
Here are some suggestions to help you master the art of documenting and organizing your business now and in the future. Document policies and procedures. Write down daily responsibilities, skills needed to complete tasks related to these responsibilities, and the location of all paper and electronic files. Appoint and cross-train backup staff to ensure these
Financial goals make it possible for you and your partner to achieve the things you dream about. Here are several action items you can do to create – and achieve – financial goals as a couple: Start talking sooner rather than later. Finances can be hard to talk about. People sometimes feel guilty about debt