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The Financial Planning Process: Your Route to Financial Independence!
PERSONAL FINANCE, F.I.R.E., FUNDAMENTALS, RETIREMENT

The Financial Planning Process: Your Route to Financial Independence!

By Joe DiSanto
Big Picture Investing: Why You Need to Get in the Game Now!
FUNDAMENTALS, INVESTING, PERSONAL FINANCE, RETIREMENT

Big Picture Investing: Why You Need to Get in the Game Now!

By Joe DiSanto
If you have been poking around my blog, you’ve probably figured out that my ultimate goal is to help you reach some version of "financial independence" (or even just plain…
How to Incorporate Yourself to Save Money (and Protect Your Assets)
PERSONAL FINANCE, FUNDAMENTALS, SMALL BUSINESS, TAXES

How to Incorporate Yourself to Save Money (and Protect Your Assets)

By Joe DiSanto
So you are a freelancer or independent contractor and you want to know how to incorporate yourself. Smart. My feeling is that if you are self-employed in this way, you're…
What is Asset Protection Planning (and How Do You Achieve It)?
FUNDAMENTALS, REAL ESTATE, RETIREMENT

What is Asset Protection Planning (and How Do You Achieve It)?

By Joe DiSanto
What do we mean when we say "Asset Protection Planning"? To answer that, we first need to understand to what “assets” we are actually referring. Over the course of your…
How to Make Your Money Work for You: 7 Modern Methods for Investing in “The Market”
PERSONAL FINANCE, FUNDAMENTALS, INVESTING, RETIREMENT

How to Make Your Money Work for You: 7 Modern Methods for Investing in “The Market”

By Joe DiSanto
You work hard for your money - but does your money work hard for you? No one wants to work until they die, right?If you feel like you never have…
Real Estate Strategy 101: Learn the Basics, the Lingo, and the Opportunities
REAL ESTATE, FUNDAMENTALS

Real Estate Strategy 101: Learn the Basics, the Lingo, and the Opportunities

By Joe DiSanto
Investing in real estate is well-known as one of the most effective ways to increase your wealth. It also can have the added benefit of generating passive income, which allows you to…
Early Financial Independence: Living Your Life in 4 Acts (Not Just the 3 You’ve Been Told About)!
FUNDAMENTALS, F.I.R.E., RETIREMENT

Early Financial Independence: Living Your Life in 4 Acts (Not Just the 3 You’ve Been Told About)!

By Joe DiSanto
You're probably living your life in "3 Acts"---so were we. (This may sound a bit esoteric right now, but just bear with me.) When we finally realized that life was…
The 5 Critical Components of Real Estate Investing Returns
REAL ESTATE, FUNDAMENTALS

The 5 Critical Components of Real Estate Investing Returns

By Joe DiSanto
Real estate investing is a big piece of my financial pie. The way I think about real estate investing, in the same way I think about public markets investing...I look…
Solo 401k vs SEP IRA: A Comparing For the Self-Employed
RETIREMENT, FUNDAMENTALS, INVESTING, PERSONAL FINANCE, SMALL BUSINESS, TAXES

Solo 401k vs SEP IRA: A Comparing For the Self-Employed

By Joe DiSanto
Self-employment can offer an excellent work-life balance, as well as other freedoms and lifestyle benefits! Hahaha...wasn't that funny. Seriously though, self-employment will likely be the cause of you working 80…
What is the Difference Between Term and Whole Life Insurance?
PERSONAL FINANCE, FUNDAMENTALS, INSURANCE

What is the Difference Between Term and Whole Life Insurance?

By Joe DiSanto
Are you considering buying life insurance but don't know where to start? Here's a money-saving tip: get it while you're still young(er) and healthy! Now, let's look at the two…
Get Ahead With These Retirement Planning Tips for 2023
RETIREMENT

Get Ahead With These Retirement Planning Tips for 2023

By Ananyaa Bhowmik
Is it too early to start working on your retirement plan? Is it too late? What factors should you consider when planning for your retirement? And where do you even…
8 Effective Ways to Cut Business Costs
SMALL BUSINESS

8 Effective Ways to Cut Business Costs

By Contributor
8 Effective Ways to Cut Business Costs was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in strict…
Taking a Vacation from your Kid’s Summer Vacation Can Improve Mental Health
TRAVEL

Taking a Vacation from your Kid’s Summer Vacation Can Improve Mental Health

By Kristina Lazzara-Saari
After weeks of planning summer activities for kids, moms everywhere feel the toll summer vacation takes on them. According to research by OnePoll and Groupon, 75% of parents are ready…
Central Bank Digital Currency and What It Means for You
CRYPTOCURRENCY

Central Bank Digital Currency and What It Means for You

By Rebecca Holcomb
In a world that has embraced the instant-access, digital life where all our information is at our fingertips, there’s very little the world can’t find out. Statistics show that nearly 46%…
How to Better Manage Your Business’s Waste
PRODUCTIVITY, SMALL BUSINESS

How to Better Manage Your Business’s Waste

By Contributor
How to Better Manage Your Business's Waste was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in…
7 Financial Tips from Digital Nomads who Travel the World 
INCOME, PERSONAL FINANCE, TRAVEL

7 Financial Tips from Digital Nomads who Travel the World 

By Contributor
7 Financial Tips from Digital Nomads who Travel the World was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are…
Prospective Investments in Real Estate in Europe
INVESTING, REAL ESTATE, TRAVEL

Prospective Investments in Real Estate in Europe

By Contributor
Prospective Investments in Real Estate in Europe was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in…
The Online Buzz About Infinite Banking Doesn’t Mean it’s For Everyone- Here’s What You Should Know
PERSONAL FINANCE

The Online Buzz About Infinite Banking Doesn’t Mean it’s For Everyone- Here’s What You Should Know

By Amaka Chukwuma
The "Infinite Banking" hashtag has been viewed over 100 million times on Tik Tok and counting. Internet users have taken it upon themselves to learn more about this concept rather…
5 Interesting Real Estate Productivity Tools
REAL ESTATE

5 Interesting Real Estate Productivity Tools

By Contributor
5 Interesting Real Estate Productivity Tools was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in strict…
5 Reasons to Use a Virtual Data Room
PRODUCTIVITY

5 Reasons to Use a Virtual Data Room

By Contributor
5 Reasons to Use a Virtual Data Room was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always…
7 Online Marketing Tips for Small Businesses
SMALL BUSINESS

7 Online Marketing Tips for Small Businesses

By Rebecca Holcomb
No matter what type of marketing you’re trying to perform, there are some key phrases you need to know before you get started. B2B and B2C, for instance, refer to…
16 Creative Ways To Make Money
INCOME, SMALL BUSINESS

16 Creative Ways To Make Money

By Chhavi Agarwal
16 Creative Ways To Make Money was written by Chhavi Agarwal (writer for Play Louder) and originally appeared on Savoteur. Chhavi is a lawyer who quit her job to become…
7 Different Ways to Make Your Online Store Operate More Efficiently 
PRODUCTIVITY, SMALL BUSINESS

7 Different Ways to Make Your Online Store Operate More Efficiently 

By Cristina Par
7 Different Ways to Make Your Online Store Operate More Efficiently was written for Playlouder by a Cristina Par. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They…
8 Profitable Small Businesses to Start in 2023
SMALL BUSINESS

8 Profitable Small Businesses to Start in 2023

By Ananyaa Bhowmik
Wondering if starting a new business in 2023 is a good idea? The pandemic drove thousands of companies all over the world to their knees. This has left entrepreneurs wondering…
11 Tax Deductions For Your Small Business
SMALL BUSINESS, TAXES

11 Tax Deductions For Your Small Business

By Amaka Chukwuma
Entrepreneurs have experienced the most intense pangs of rising inflation in thirty years as evidenced by the surging cost of doing business. According to a Business.org proprietary survey conducted via…
5 Reasons You Should Switch to Gusto for 2023
INCORPORATION, PRODUCTIVITY, SMALL BUSINESS

5 Reasons You Should Switch to Gusto for 2023

By Joe DiSanto
Well...2022 has (almost) wrapped! And with that comes your 2023 New Year's resolutions. While we all aspire to shape up, lose some LBs, get organized, and generally be better with…
Make These Year-End Tax Moves To Reduce Your Taxes
TAXES

Make These Year-End Tax Moves To Reduce Your Taxes

By Amaka Chukwuma
In the grand scheme of things, the most minor actions can significantly impact your finances and tax situation. To avoid a penalty, you must file your 2022 taxes by April…
5 Helpful Tricks To Improve Restaurant Profit Margins
INCOME, SMALL BUSINESS

5 Helpful Tricks To Improve Restaurant Profit Margins

By Nadica Metuleva
5 Helpful Tricks To Improve Restaurant Profit Margins was written for Playlouder by Nadica Mutuleva. Nadica is a freelance writer who’s passionate about creating quality, original content. She holds a…
How Telemedicine Is Making Health More Financially Viable
HEALTH, INSURANCE

How Telemedicine Is Making Health More Financially Viable

By Contributor
How Telemedicine Is Making Health More Financially Viable was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always…
How Does Venmo Make Money? Here Are 8 Ways
PERSONAL FINANCE, PRODUCTIVITY

How Does Venmo Make Money? Here Are 8 Ways

By Danny Newman
How Does Venmo Make Money? Here Are 8 Ways was written by Danny Newman and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Danny Newman is currently writing and traveling his way…
6 Credit Card Myths (and Facts) You Should Know
CREDIT SCORE

6 Credit Card Myths (and Facts) You Should Know

By Cristina Par
6 Credit Card Myths (and Facts) You Should Know was written for Playlouder by Cristina Par. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always…
Tips For Making Smarter Business Decisions
PRODUCTIVITY, SMALL BUSINESS

Tips For Making Smarter Business Decisions

By Contributor
Tips For Making Smarter Business Decisions was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in strict alignment…
How Records of Processing Activities (ROPA) Can Benefit your Business
PRODUCTIVITY, SMALL BUSINESS

How Records of Processing Activities (ROPA) Can Benefit your Business

By Contributor
How Records of Processing Activities (ROPA) Can Benefit your Business was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are…
How Has Covid Changed the Small Business Landscape?
SMALL BUSINESS

How Has Covid Changed the Small Business Landscape?

By Cristina Par
How Has Covid Changed the Small Business Landscape? was written for Playlouder by Cristina Par. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in…
5 Business Trends to Keep Up with In Today’s Time
PRODUCTIVITY, SMALL BUSINESS

5 Business Trends to Keep Up with In Today’s Time

By Contributor
5 Business Trends to Keep Up with In Today's Time was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are…
10 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Commercial Auto Insurance
INSURANCE

10 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Commercial Auto Insurance

By Contributor
10 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Commercial Auto Insurance was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not…
10 Ways How To Avoid Software License Compliance Risks
PRODUCTIVITY, SMALL BUSINESS

10 Ways How To Avoid Software License Compliance Risks

By Contributor
10 Ways How To Avoid Software License Compliance Risks was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not…
High Risk Insurance at the Lowest Cost – A Money-Saving Guide
INSURANCE

High Risk Insurance at the Lowest Cost – A Money-Saving Guide

By Cristina Par
High Risk Insurance at the Lowest Cost - A Money-Saving Guide was written for Playlouder by Cristina Par. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are…
Here’s How NFTs & Crypto Can Revolutionize The Music Industry
CRYPTOCURRENCY

Here’s How NFTs & Crypto Can Revolutionize The Music Industry

By Cristina Par
Here's How NFTs & Crypto Can Revolutionize The Music Industry was written for Playlouder by Cristina Par. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not…
What Is Homeowners Insurance?
INSURANCE, REAL ESTATE

What Is Homeowners Insurance?

By Contributor
What Is Homeowners Insurance? was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in strict alignment with…
15 Great Gift Ideas for Your Wife’s Birthday
PRODUCTIVITY

15 Great Gift Ideas for Your Wife’s Birthday

By Contributor
15 Great Gift Ideas for Your Wife's Birthday was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always…
Straightforward Ways To Get Out of Debt
CREDIT SCORE, DEBT

Straightforward Ways To Get Out of Debt

By Gillian Manning
Straightforward Ways To Get Out of Debt was written by Gillian Manning and was produced and syndicated by Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Financial freedom might…
Why Enterprise Software Is Essential For Business Growth: A Simple Guide
PRODUCTIVITY

Why Enterprise Software Is Essential For Business Growth: A Simple Guide

By Contributor
Why Enterprise Software Is Essential For Business Growth: A Simple Guide was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They…
Understanding Sinking Funds For Better Budgeting
PERSONAL FINANCE, PRODUCTIVITY

Understanding Sinking Funds For Better Budgeting

By Ram Chakradhar
Understanding Sinking Funds For Better Budgeting was written by Ram Chakradhar and originally appeared on Savoteur. Ram is an Engineer by day and a personal finance blogger by night. He…
Top 15 Easy Jobs That Pay Well This Year
INCOME, PERSONAL FINANCE

Top 15 Easy Jobs That Pay Well This Year

By Marjolein
Top 15 Easy Jobs That Pay Well This Year was written by Marjolein Dilven and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Marjolein is the founder of Radical FIRE. She has…
5 Ways To Protect Your Bank Accounts in 2022
PERSONAL FINANCE, PRODUCTIVITY

5 Ways To Protect Your Bank Accounts in 2022

By Contributor
5 Ways To Protect Your Bank Accounts in 2022 was written for PlayLouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not…
13 Best Investment Apps to Get Started With Any Budget
INVESTING, PERSONAL FINANCE

13 Best Investment Apps to Get Started With Any Budget

By Andrew Herrig
13 Best Investment Apps to Get Started With Any Budget was written by Andrew Herrig and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Andrew Herrig is the founder of Wealthy Nickel,…
What Is a Home Warranty & How it Can Save You Lots of Money
REAL ESTATE

What Is a Home Warranty & How it Can Save You Lots of Money

By Sanjana Vig
What Is a Home Warranty & How it Can Save You Lots of Money was written by Sanjana Vig and originally appeared on Savoteur. Sanjana is a physician anesthesiologist, avid…
3 Ways of Boosting Your Branding Through Video
PRODUCTIVITY, SMALL BUSINESS

3 Ways of Boosting Your Branding Through Video

By Contributor
3 Ways of Boosting Your Branding Through Video was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always…
10 Most Popular Stay-at-Home Jobs
CAREER, INCOME

10 Most Popular Stay-at-Home Jobs

By Mark Patrick
10 Most Popular Stay-at-Home Jobs was written by Mark Patrick and originally appeared on Savoteur. Mark is the founder of Financial Pilgrimage, a blog dedicated to helping young families pay down…
Top 15 Highest-Paid Athletes In the World for 2022
PERSONAL FINANCE

Top 15 Highest-Paid Athletes In the World for 2022

By Marjolein
Top 15 Highest-Paid Athletes In the World for 2022 was written by Marjolein and originally appeared on Savoteur. Marjolein is the founder of Radical FIRE. She has a finance and economics…
Free Money Grants vs. Small Business Loans: What Option Is Best For You?
DEBT, PERSONAL FINANCE

Free Money Grants vs. Small Business Loans: What Option Is Best For You?

By Dana Wolk
Free Money Grants vs. Small Business Loans: What Option Is Best For You? was written by Dana Wolk and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Dana is a blogger with…
Staying Ahead of Your Taxes as An Independent Contractor
SMALL BUSINESS, TAXES

Staying Ahead of Your Taxes as An Independent Contractor

By Joe DiSanto
Are you thinking about next year’s taxes? If you’re an independent contractor, you should be.  It’s never too early to get your tax documents organized and ready for quarterly filing,…
The Importance of Securing Your Data
PRODUCTIVITY, SMALL BUSINESS

The Importance of Securing Your Data

By Contributor
The Importance of Securing Your Data was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in strict…
Is Resume Writing a Profitable Business?
CAREER, PRODUCTIVITY

Is Resume Writing a Profitable Business?

By Contributor
Is Resume Writing a Profitable Business? was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in strict…
5 Reasons Why Disability Insurance Claims Might Be Denied
INSURANCE

5 Reasons Why Disability Insurance Claims Might Be Denied

By Contributor
5 Reasons Why Disability Insurance Claims Might Be Denied was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not…
What is The Infinite Banking Concept? What Are The Pros and Cons?
PERSONAL FINANCE, INSURANCE, RETIREMENT

What is The Infinite Banking Concept? What Are The Pros and Cons?

By Joe DiSanto
Infinite banking offers a way for ordinary people to take charge of their finances and grow their wealth. Popularized by R. Nelson Nash in his book "Becoming Your Own Banker," this unique…
5 Cryptocurrencies to Watch This Year and Why
CRYPTOCURRENCY

5 Cryptocurrencies to Watch This Year and Why

By Tim Thomas
5 Cryptocurrencies to Watch This Year and Why was written by Tim Thomas and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Please note that contributing…
Top 10 Countdown of the Most Expensive NFTS of All
CRYPTOCURRENCY, INVESTING

Top 10 Countdown of the Most Expensive NFTS of All

By Amanda Lawson
Top 10 Countdown of the Most Expensive NFTS of All Time was written by Amanda Lawson and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Non-fungible…
6 Ways to Digitize Recruiting and Hiring Processes
PRODUCTIVITY, SMALL BUSINESS

6 Ways to Digitize Recruiting and Hiring Processes

By Contributor
6 Ways to Digitize Recruiting and Hiring Processes was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always…
The MPI Account: Is This Our Golden Ticket (Or Just A Sketchy Indexed Universal Life Insurance Policy)?
INSURANCE, INVESTING, RETIREMENT

The MPI Account: Is This Our Golden Ticket (Or Just A Sketchy Indexed Universal Life Insurance Policy)?

By Joe DiSanto
An MPI (Maximum Premium Indexing) account combines life insurance and a retirement plan. It's pitched as having the ability to compound your wealth at a higher-than-average rate while protecting your…
Is Survey Junkie Legit or a Scam?
INCOME

Is Survey Junkie Legit or a Scam?

By Kristin McCasey
Is Survey Junkie Legit If you're reading this post, you're likely looking for an easy way to make money online. Maybe you want a low-effort, low-reward endeavor. Perhaps you're interested…
How Long Does it Take to Build Credit (or Improve Your Score)
CREDIT SCORE

How Long Does it Take to Build Credit (or Improve Your Score)

By Joe DiSanto
How long does it take to build credit? Well...a while! That's why it's important to start young. But, it's also important to have a plan, and not use the credit…
‘Otherside’ of the Bored Ape Yacht Club Causes Ethereum Crash
CRYPTOCURRENCY

‘Otherside’ of the Bored Ape Yacht Club Causes Ethereum Crash

By Joe DiSanto
On April 30th, 2022, at 9 pm, the massively popular Bored Ape Yacht Club threw a luscious party to introduce their metaverse game, the ‘Otherside’, to reality. The bored Ape…
How To Invest In Commodities: 5 Simple Strategies
INVESTING

How To Invest In Commodities: 5 Simple Strategies

By Contributor
How To Invest In Commodities: 5 Simple Strategies was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in…
7 Habits of Highly Effective Remote Workers
CAREER, SMALL BUSINESS

7 Habits of Highly Effective Remote Workers

By Joe DiSanto
When the pandemic hit in early 2020, life changed seemingly overnight. Gone were nights out with friends, happy hour after a long day of work, and the new normal left…
Turnkey Real Estate Investing: What a First-Timer Should Know Before They Buy
REAL ESTATE

Turnkey Real Estate Investing: What a First-Timer Should Know Before They Buy

By Joe DiSanto
Hey there. So you’re wondering about turnkey real estate investing? Well, a full turnkey property can be an easy entry into real estate investing for a first-timer. But there are…
Lightning Strikes Twice: Strike to Transform both Payments and Bitcoin
CRYPTOCURRENCY

Lightning Strikes Twice: Strike to Transform both Payments and Bitcoin

By Liam
Lightning Strikes Twice was written for Play Louder by Liam Gibson. He is a journalist based in Taiwan who regularly publishes in Al Jazeera, Nikkei Asia Review, Straits Times, and…
7 Budget-Friendly Custom Packaging Ideas for Shopify Stores
PRODUCTIVITY, SMALL BUSINESS

7 Budget-Friendly Custom Packaging Ideas for Shopify Stores

By Contributor
7 Budget-Friendly Custom Packaging Ideas for Shopify Stores was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in…
15 Super SEO Tips for Small Businesses’ New or Old Websites 
PRODUCTIVITY

15 Super SEO Tips for Small Businesses’ New or Old Websites 

By Contributor
15 Super SEO Tips for Small Businesses was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in strict…
3 Reasons Why You Would Consider a Refinance
REAL ESTATE

3 Reasons Why You Would Consider a Refinance

By Contributor
3 Reasons Why You Would Consider a Refinance was written for Playlouder by Money.com. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in strict alignment…
Legitimizing Your Side Hustle: Is Incorporating Worth It?
SMALL BUSINESS, TAXES

Legitimizing Your Side Hustle: Is Incorporating Worth It?

By Joe DiSanto
A record number of Americans left the traditional nine-to-five workforce this year, and as their side hustles transform into their primary jobs, many are wondering if they should take the…
Get A Business Credit Card That Won’t Affect Your Personal Credit
SMALL BUSINESS, CREDIT SCORE, PRODUCTIVITY

Get A Business Credit Card That Won’t Affect Your Personal Credit

By Joe DiSanto
If you’re a business owner of any type, then you should have a business credit card. It’s a great tool to help with day-to-day operations, manage cash flow, and even…
The 4 Most Popular Bookkeeping Programs for Your Business
SMALL BUSINESS, PRODUCTIVITY

The 4 Most Popular Bookkeeping Programs for Your Business

By Joe DiSanto
QuickBooks vs FreshBooks vs Xero vs Quicken Home & Business If you are just starting a business, or even if you've been in business for a while, you need to…
The Mindset of The Rich vs Poor: How Wealthy People Think Differently
PERSONAL FINANCE, CAREER, F.I.R.E.

The Mindset of The Rich vs Poor: How Wealthy People Think Differently

By Joe DiSanto
I hate to put things in terms of the rich vs poor, but when it comes to amassing and keeping money, wealthy people do think inherently differently from poor people.…
Everything You Need to Know About CPA Exam Scores
CAREER

Everything You Need to Know About CPA Exam Scores

By Contributor
Everything You Need to Know About CPA Exam Scores was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always…
What You Need To Know About Bankruptcy
DEBT

What You Need To Know About Bankruptcy

By Contributor
What You Need To Know About Bankruptcy was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in…
How to Dispute a Credit Report Error
CREDIT SCORE

How to Dispute a Credit Report Error

By Gillian Manning
How to Dispute a Credit Report Error was written by Gillian Manning and was produced and syndicated by Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. If you’re trying…
Digging Out of Holiday Debt
DEBT, PERSONAL FINANCE

Digging Out of Holiday Debt

By Marwan Noorami
Digging Out of Holiday Debt was written by Marwan Noorani, Debt.com and was produced by Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Could Gen Z be on the…
What is a Personal Loan and How Does it Work?
DEBT, PERSONAL FINANCE

What is a Personal Loan and How Does it Work?

By Joe DiSanto
Do you have expenses that you fail to pay on a regular basis? Or maybe a huge pile of high-interest debt requiring monthly payments that barely even cover the interest…
Personal Capital Review: Pros and Cons in 2022
PERSONAL FINANCE

Personal Capital Review: Pros and Cons in 2022

By Joe DiSanto
If you're looking for a tool that will give you Wall Street-like returns (without requiring you to live in New York), consider using Personal Capital. Created in 2009, Personal Capital…
Top 9 Ways To Promote Your Real Estate Business Online
SMALL BUSINESS

Top 9 Ways To Promote Your Real Estate Business Online

By Contributor
Ways To Promote Your Real Estate Business Online was written for Play Louder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions and claims are that of the author. They…
Coinbase vs Gemini vs Crypto.com vs Kucoin: Comparing 4 of the Top Crypto Exchanges
CRYPTOCURRENCY, INVESTING

Coinbase vs Gemini vs Crypto.com vs Kucoin: Comparing 4 of the Top Crypto Exchanges

By Joe DiSanto
With cryptocurrency investing taking off, you're likely wondering how you can buy and sell certain coins. The platforms you're looking for are called crypto exchanges, and they allow you to…
The Ultimate Guide To Independent Contractor Taxes
SMALL BUSINESS, TAXES

The Ultimate Guide To Independent Contractor Taxes

By Joe DiSanto
Tax season is often the worst time of the year for most people. You have to scramble around trying to figure out stuff like your gross income and tax deductions,…
Personal Branding Guidelines – Build Strong Identity Online
INCOME, SMALL BUSINESS

Personal Branding Guidelines – Build Strong Identity Online

By Contributor
Personal Branding Guidelines was written for Play Louder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing post opinions and expertise are of the author. They are not always in strict…
The Difference Between Crypto Lending and Crypto Staking
CRYPTOCURRENCY, INCOME, INVESTING

The Difference Between Crypto Lending and Crypto Staking

By Joe DiSanto
With stocks, investors can earn passive income via dividends. For the longest time, something similar was not available in the crypto world. This situation changed when crypto lending and crypto…
FranShares Review: Invest in Franchises Like Stocks
INVESTING

FranShares Review: Invest in Franchises Like Stocks

By Jeff Fang
FranShares Review: Invest in Franchises Like Stocks was written by Jeff Fang and originally appeared on Your Money Geek. It has been republished with permission. Chicago startup FranShares, founded in…
How To Make Money Online For Beginners
INCOME

How To Make Money Online For Beginners

By Contributor
How To Make Money Online For Beginners was written for Play Louder by Chris Panteli. Chris has a Degree in Business Economics from the University of Liverpool and a background…
How to Create an LLC (Limited Liability Company)
SMALL BUSINESS

How to Create an LLC (Limited Liability Company)

By Joe DiSanto
So you've grown your business and decided that you want to incorporate it. You've done your analysis on LLC vs sole proprietorship and decided it's a good idea to start…
4 Things To Consider Before Getting Landlord Insurance
INSURANCE, REAL ESTATE

4 Things To Consider Before Getting Landlord Insurance

By Contributor
4 Things To Consider Before Getting Landlord Insurance was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in…
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INCOME

Hobbies That Make Money: 25 Examples You Can Start Now

By Linda Meltzer
Hobbies That Make Money was written by Linda Meltzer for Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Do you have a hobby? Hobbies are activities we enjoy doing…
Life Insurance Rates By Age: Is There An Ideal Time To Get Insured?
INSURANCE, RETIREMENT

Life Insurance Rates By Age: Is There An Ideal Time To Get Insured?

By Contributor
Life Insurance Rates By Age was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in strict alignment…
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SMALL BUSINESS, INCORPORATION, PRODUCTIVITY

Square Payroll vs Gusto Payroll vs ADP: Choosing The Best Payroll Software

By Joe DiSanto
As a business owner, you need things to run like clockwork to make the most profit possible. Disruptions can throw out your entire operation and cost you countless dollars in…
How to Make Money Without a Job: 16 Epic Ways!
CAREER, INCOME, PERSONAL FINANCE

How to Make Money Without a Job: 16 Epic Ways!

By Joe DiSanto
How to Make Money Without a Job was written by yours truly, Joe DiSanto, for Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished here with permission. Are you looking for an…
Roth IRA vs. 401(k): Which Is The Better Option?
PERSONAL FINANCE, RETIREMENT

Roth IRA vs. 401(k): Which Is The Better Option?

By Mike Zaccardi
Roth IRA vs. 401(k) was written by Mike Zaccardi and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. The Roth IRA and 401(k) are two of…
Buying Your First Investment Property: 8 Things You Need to Know
INCOME, REAL ESTATE

Buying Your First Investment Property: 8 Things You Need to Know

By Tyler Weaver
Buying Your First Investment Property was written by Tyler Weaver and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Buying your first investment property can seem…
The Secret to Buying a House with Bad Credit
CREDIT SCORE, REAL ESTATE

The Secret to Buying a House with Bad Credit

By Meghan Alard
The Secret to Buying a House with Bad Credit was written by Meghan Alard and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. You might think…
What Happens If You Stop Paying Credit Cards?
CREDIT SCORE, DEBT

What Happens If You Stop Paying Credit Cards?

By Joe DiSanto
What Happens If You Stop Paying Credit Cards? Well, not-so-great things will happen...that's what! :( Credit cards are great tools to have if you’re able to use them wisely. Unfortunately,…
How Many Stocks Should I Own (Or Have In My Portfolio)?
INVESTING

How Many Stocks Should I Own (Or Have In My Portfolio)?

By Joe DiSanto
"How many stocks should I own?" Whether you're an avid investor or just got into the investing game, this is an important question that you'll likely be asking yourself over…
The 5 Best Dividend Stocks Right Now
INVESTING

The 5 Best Dividend Stocks Right Now

By Prakash Kolli
The 5 Best Dividend Stocks Right Now was written by Prakash and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Please note that the opinions of…
Gusto Payroll Review and Current Pricing
PRODUCTIVITY, SMALL BUSINESS

Gusto Payroll Review and Current Pricing

By Kristin McCasey
You wake up in the morning and hop out of bed ready to tackle the day! You throw on your best outfit and do your morning routine, grateful that you…
No Income Tax States: Who Benefits From Living in One
F.I.R.E., RETIREMENT, TAXES

No Income Tax States: Who Benefits From Living in One

By Riley Adams
No Income Tax States was written by Riley Adams and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Everyone wants to have lower taxes. Taxes are…
Your 5 Step Guide to Getting Debt Relief Fast
DEBT

Your 5 Step Guide to Getting Debt Relief Fast

By Meghan Alard
Your 5 Step Guide to Getting Debt Relief Fast was written by Meghan Alard, a guest contributor for Debt.com. She’s been a staff writer for ten years at one of…
9 Robinhood Alternatives: The Best Stock and Crypto Trading Apps
CRYPTOCURRENCY, INVESTING

9 Robinhood Alternatives: The Best Stock and Crypto Trading Apps

By Tim Thomas
9 Robinhood Alternatives was written by Tim Thomas and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Robinhood is one of the most popular online brokers…
How to Get Rich Quickly: Real Talk and Real Expectations
PERSONAL FINANCE

How to Get Rich Quickly: Real Talk and Real Expectations

By Theresa Bedford
How to Get Rich Quickly was written by Theresa Bedford and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Let's be honest. Who doesn't want to…
What is Crowdfunding and How Does it Work?
INVESTING, PERSONAL FINANCE, REAL ESTATE

What is Crowdfunding and How Does it Work?

By Joe DiSanto
You don't need to have tons of money to invest in exciting projects nowadays. With that new fangled thing called the internet, almost anyone from anywhere in the world can…
Debt Lessons You Can Learn from Football Players. The NFL and IOU!
DEBT, PERSONAL FINANCE

Debt Lessons You Can Learn from Football Players. The NFL and IOU!

By Don Silvestri
Debt Lessons You Can Learn from Football Players was written by Don Silvestri and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Before Don Silvestri became…

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Joe has built multi-million dollar businesses, produced critically acclaimed documentaries and an Emmy winning TV show, invested millions in real estate, and semi-retired at age 43. Now he’s sharing a lifetime of fiscal know-how via PlayLouder, a resource that helps individuals and business owners increase their net worth and plan better for their future.

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