Today, life is lived at such a fast pace. Because of this, accidents can and do happen. However, if you have been the victim of an accident that was not your fault, you do not need to simply accept what has happened. While you cannot reverse the clock, it is important to launch a claim for compensation to help you deal with the injuries and the expenses that arise because of this. However, as is the case with anything in life, you need to consider the financial implications of making a claim before you get started. With that in mind,…
Author: Tina Roth
Fraud is rife at the moment! You need to be more cautious than ever before when it comes to your personal information. However, with fraudsters getting more sophisticated all the time, it is hard to know where they are going to target you from and what tactics they are going to use. But fear not, as here are some tips to help you protect yourself… Be sceptical about free trial offers Free trial offers can be very tempting, but then you have to hand over your payment details. Why? Well, this can be to lure you into joining the subscription…
Accepting credit card payments are a key function for a business. When making transactions across the globe, online or in person, credit cards are one of the most common forms of payment.Credit card processors provide the systems to accept payments in many ways. Depending on your business, you should be using a merchant processor that has experience in your industry. Moreover, choosing between the various options can be a challenge. To make the process easier, we have put together the different types of merchant accounts that your business might be a good fit for. Retail Merchant Accounts Traditionally, businesses that…
Running any kind of business is not without its share of risks. To assume otherwise is a big mistake. From natural disasters to hardware malfunctions, a business can live or die depending on the risk management plan that has been put in place. To form the basis of that plan, here are some tips that should prove invaluable, no matter what type of business you operate. Risk Management Tips Don’t leave anything to chance. Get yourself insured for every eventuality, making sure you are covered for everything from building damage to public liability. Ensure you review the terms of your…
None of us are immune from being fired, dismissed laid off or otherwise unable to work, no matter how much we might like to think that was the case. Through no fault of our own, any one of us could end up unemployed, and that’s why we need to plan ahead and ensure that we can survive financially when we can’t work, especially if we happen to be the main breadwinner in the family. Unfortunately, many of us don’t prepare because we really don’t think it could ever happen to us. If you’re one of them, here are a few…
If you have built your construction business up from scratch, you likely know how important it is to convince customers that your business has a soul. While the transparency of the digital age has made it harder for rogue contractors to operate (or at least stay afloat), consumers need to know that they’re hiring a construction business that’s worthy of their trust as well as their patronage. In an age of social media, businesses of all kinds are more accountable than ever before to their consumers. Thus, construction companies now find themselves fighting a war on two fronts every day.…
‘A bad workman blames his tools’ – or so the phrase goes. Whilst this can be true in some cases, having the right tools for the job does make a big difference the majority of the time. Here are just a few reasons to consider upgrading your company’s equipment. Better tools can provide better efficiency The obvious reason to upgrade your tools is to provide greater efficiency. Buying a new computer could result in faster loading times and less bugs. New software meanwhile could offer more security for business. Meanwhile, when it comes to industrial tools, there could be more…
Whether you want to start a side hustle that could become a business for you, or simply want to earn enough to pay for a vacation or clear some debt, then knowing some of the smart ways to make money on the side of what you are already doing is a good idea. Instead of working overtime in your current role, you can set the hours, and hopefully, enjoy doing them a little more than if you were just doing more of the same in your current job. You could do as much as you need or as little as…
It can be pretty nerve-wracking to move house, even if it’s just down the street. However, moving overseas is a whole different ballgame. Not only are you leaving the comfort of friends and family behind, but you are also leaving the culture that you know so well. To make matters worse it can also be hugely expensive as there are additional costs such as shipping your possessions to a whole other country to consider. It is with that in mind that I have devised this guide on all the ways you can save money on your overseas move. Moving halfway…
Are your debt problems spiralling out of control at the moment? Are you concerned that you will get into financial trouble during the next few months if you don’t act fast? Then you must take a few moments to read through this post and adopt some of the suggestions. Most people encounter debt issues at some point during their lives, but it’s how you deal with the situation that determines the outcome. There is a decent chance you can turn your circumstances around and get back on track if you make the right moves in 2018. Regardless of how you…