Archives for December 2017

12/24/2017 By Ben Leave a Comment

My 50 Favorite Christmas Songs: 2017 Edition

For the fifth time in six years, I've decided to post the list of my 50 favorite Christmas(/Advent) songs, first assembled in 2012. The list returned for 2013, 2014 and (after a cross-state moving hiatus) in 2016. Once again, as in the last couple editions, I have linked every entry to a free online version that best captures the respective song's quality (or just was available and sounded interesting). Most of the links are the same as before. Nonetheless, a few had to be replaced after coming off YouTube, or I just found a better or more interesting version. While three songs disappeared off the list for the first time ever (marked in Bold Italics in the list below the Top 50), this year two oldies made inaugural appearances on the Top … [Read more...]

12/19/2017 By Brooke Faulkner Leave a Comment

Tax Reform and You: What Will 2018 Bring?

Image Source: Pexels 2017 has seen a number of different tax reform proposals, most significantly a revision of the current tax brackets and modification of various deductions, depending on the state where you live. Now, the Senate has passed a bill to drastically reform federal taxes. While it still has to be approved by the House of Representatives before it goes through, the bill holds massive potential to benefit businesses. While the proposed tax bill drew strong, controversial reactions from Democrats, there is no doubt that it would help increase businesses growth and success. Here’s how it could affect your next tax season if it passes. Business Tax Changes It’s no secret that Obama era tax reform did nothing to help … [Read more...]

12/19/2017 By Guest Blogger Leave a Comment

Powerful Ways To Handle Difficult Situations

It’s likely you’re going to have to handle a difficult situation once in a while. It’s never a pleasant experience and oftentimes causes a lot of angst. There are some people who fold or turn their back and others who learn to face adversity with a sense of calm and poise. It’s your decision who you want to be and which strategy you choose to use in your life. If you’re someone who wants to learn more about tackling challenges with proactive approaches then you’ve come to the right place. Remember that it’s never too late to get back on the right foot. See powerful ways to handle difficult situations. Go to the Source One way is to stop beating around the bush and go right to the source of your pain. Whether it’s a job, person or … [Read more...]