Have you ever missed a credit card or loan payment? You may be surprised to learn that even if you “caught up” on your payments, your personal credit may still have taken a hit– and that could hurt your business credit score, too. Many lenders review an applicant’s personal credit scores as part of the lender’s decision to grant or not grant a loan, according to Quickbooks. In a lender’s eyes, your credit score reflects how well you manage money. As a small business owner or sole … [Read more...]
How to Sell Yourself When Looking for a Job in the Financial Sector
Finding a finance job after graduating or when changing careers is difficult. There's a lot of competition since finance careers pay well and are very secure. In order to get a job in finance, you need to know what to do and what not to do to sell yourself to potential employers. [Note: these tips apply to ALL job searches, so even if you're not in finance, read on.] … [Read more...]