Seattle’s housing market is one of the most interesting in the country and has always been a bellwether for the national housing sector. Its sharp decline and subsequent rebound over the last two decades has occurred in lockstep with trends elsewhere, but Seattle is not following suit this time. The
Business Leaders Need Executive Coaches
Coaching has a lot of positive connotations. It's someone you can look up to to help you succeed; someone who can offer personal guidance that only comes from experience; and someone to talk to and listen. However, there is one negative connotation that comes with coaching: the perception that it's
Keeping Your Startup Afloat When Investment Funding Is Drying Up
You've probably heard a lot about how investment funding is slowing down for startups. It's true – the numbers don't lie. It might seem bad news, but it doesn't have to be. There are many reasons why this could be a good thing for your startup. How to make your startup thrive in this
Navigating Higher Health Care Costs As A Small Business Employer
If your small business is covered under the Affordable Care Act, then saddle up as you will need to prepare for an increase in health care costs. Small businesses with fifty or fewer employees and are part of the Small Business Health Options Program may be disadvantaged by the increased prices as
Why Business Owners Need To Cleanup Their Books
You know the importance of good accounting if you own your own business. From keeping track of expenses to monitoring income, it is imperative for businesses to account for their financial transactions. Accurate bookkeeping enables businesses to make important decisions in a timely manner and make
What Physicians Need to Know About the inflation Tax Act of 2022
First and foremost, the Inflation Tax Act is unlikely to negatively impact private practices. However, there is a high probability it will impact doctors working in hospitals. The reason for this is due to the corporate minimum tax in the new bill. Previously, corporate giants (like Amazon) did not
How Walmart Serves as a Barometer for the US Economy
There is no denying that Walmart is a juggernaut. It's the largest corporation in the world and employs 1.5 million Americans, making it a top employer in the country. While it's been celebrated and criticized, the giant retailer is a barometer for how the US economy is doing. Far from perfect,
What Rising Interest Rates Means For Homebuyers And Sellers
Interest rates have been on the rise lately, and many are left wondering what it means for them. For homebuyers, it could mean that mortgages are more expensive. For sellers, it could mean that they get less for their homes. Here's a look at how interest rates are affecting the housing market. 1.