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What Is an LLC: Requirements, Pros and Cons

A limited liability company (LLC) offers liability protection and operational flexibility, but the costs, paperwork, and compliance requirements differ from state to state. Knowing what your state requires before you file can save you time and money down the line. A financial advisor can help you compare entity structures, work…

Gavin Newsom proposes a California digital software tax

California could deliver a big blow to already reeling SaaS and software companies. Loading audio narration… On Thursday, Gov. Gavin Newsom proposed expanding the state sales tax to ensure it covers digital prewritten software. Newsom, whose term ends in January, said he had been “slow” to recognize that consumers were…

Building Financial Independence For Women Through Financial Literacy

As women’s access to education and employment has steadily increased, so has their participation in the economy. However, significant challenges remain that include a wage gap between women and men, along with other barriers women face in growing their wealth. Such challenges can impact women’s ability to save, as well…

I build homes for billionaires. Here are 5 features my ultrawealthy clients request — and what I tell them not to do.

Manny A. Varas builds homes for the ultrawealthy and highlighted some trends that luxury homebuyers are looking for.MV GroupManny A. Varas, known as “the Billionaire’s Builder,” shared home trends popular among the affluent.Features that prioritize wellness over recreation are becoming increasingly popular.Varas also recommends that clients keep the next buyer…

Debt Settlement’s Legal Loophole |

Debt settlement companies technically aren’t allowed to charge fees until after lowering a consumer’s debt. But a loophole in the Telemarketing Sales Rule — and a mish-mash of federal and state laws — allows predatory firms the opportunity for exploitation. A growing corner of the $23 billion debt relief industry…

The New Home Affordability Hurdle: Keeping The Lights On

Many people across the United States are opening their utility bills to an unwelcome surprise. Michael Strickland of Dallas, however, says he saw it coming. “But seeing the actual number still gave me that sinking ‘here we go again’ feeling,” Strickland says. Since 2021, Strickland estimates his electric bill has…

Paramount+ is exploring adding podcasts, following Netflix’s lead

Paramount is interested in adding video podcasts under CEO David Ellison.Michael Yanow/NurPhoto via Getty Images; Valerie Macon/AFP via Getty ImagesParamount+ is exploring adding podcasts, following a push from Netflix.A Paramount streaming executive said video podcasts could help drive engagement and discovery.Paramount has put short-form video on its service and is…