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Understanding ChexSystems
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ChexSystems is a nationwide credit reporting system that collects information about bank accounts that are now closed. It compiles data on red flags, such as whether a bank account was closed due to numerous overdrafts or suspicious financial transactions. Many (but not all) financial institutions rely on ChexSystems data to decide whether or not to […]
Top Small Business Grants in California
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California has about 4.2 million small business owners who can apply for small business grants. Submitting an application and competing for small business grants in California can help you grow your small or medium-sized enterprise in the Golden State. California’s economy has a gross domestic product of $4 trillion as of the 3rd quarter of […]
What Is an Appraisal Gap?
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You’ve found it: your dream home. And it’s dreamy enough that you’ve put in an offer. But then the appraiser comes back with its report — and the figure is substantially lower than the agreed-upon sales price. This difference is what’s known as an appraisal gap. An appraisal gap can certainly be a major inconvenience […]
What Are the 5 Stages of Business Growth?
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Every business, regardless of its size, generally goes through five stages of business growth — development, startup, growth, maturity, and renewal or decline. Each stage in a company’s lifecycle brings its own unique challenges and opportunities, and each is considered a healthy part of the business cycle. By learning about each of the growth stages, […]
Money Market vs Capital Market: What’s the Difference?
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The money market is where short-term debt and lending takes place; the capital market is designed for long-term assets, such as stocks and bonds. The former is considered a safer place to park one’s money; the latter is seen as riskier but potentially more rewarding. While the money market and the capital market are both […]