The increasing interest in property investment isn’t surprising with today’s low-interest rates, favorable mortgage terms, and attractive rental fees. For retirees or those nearing retirement, running a rental business can boost your…
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Cyber Intruder Modifies 10,000 WiFi Passwords
Lately, a hacker has been doing some good instead of causing trouble. If your home WiFi is still using the default password, this person prompts you to change it. If any of…
Mastering the Art of Avoiding Common Sales Mistakes All Year Round
Have you ever found yourself irresistibly drawn to an amazing shopping deal? This could mean you’ve fallen into the trap of one of the many sales tactics that retailers use non-stop. You’re…
Correcting False Beliefs About Sustainable Energy
Many people think clean energy is impossible and ridiculous, a notion popularized around the 2008 election. However, I have been living off the grid, using solar and wind energy, since 1991. This…
Breach of OPM Results in Theft of 1.1 Million Fingerprints
In a major security breach, cyber intruders obtained millions of federal employee files from OPM, along with over 1.1 million fingerprint records. This aspect of the hack could have some of the…
The Olympics’ Role in Revitalizing Struggling UK Businesses
The Summer Olympics in London are in full swing, and many businesses were hoping for a boost in profits. However, recent studies show that only about 10% of businesses have seen an…
Incorporating Investor Expectations into the Fabric of New Startup Business Plans
If you’re dreaming of starting your own business, now might be the perfect time to get started. Sure, the economy has had its ups and downs recently, but signs point toward a…
The Prosperity of an Ohio Town Sparked by a Flourishing Candle Enterprise
Established 175 years ago, the Candle-Lite Company is a cornerstone of Leesburg, a small town in Ohio. This community, which has around 1,300 residents, is home to Candle-Lite’s vast 900,000-square-foot factory, storage…
Is Sweetgreen Poised to Become the Next Chipotle?
Sweetgreen is a new and rapidly growing salad-focused startup that’s being compared to Chipotle. It was founded in 2007 by three friends from Georgetown University. The main idea behind Sweetgreen is to…
Costco’s Predicament: The Risks of Heavy Market Concentration
Costco’s latest annual report reveals that almost a third of its yearly revenue comes from California, with over 70% of total sales generated in the United States. The report highlights that California,…