What You Should Know About Trickle-Down Economics

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Economics is a fascinating field that explores the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. Economics helps us understand the complex mechanisms that drive economic growth, wealth distribution, and societal well-being. One concept that has garnered significant attention and debate for decades is “trickle-down economics.” Too Long; Didn’t Read What is Economics? Economics is […]

Protecting Yourself from Financial Scams

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In today’s digital age, financial scams have become increasingly sophisticated and widespread, putting individuals at risk of losing their hard-earned money. From phishing attempts to fake investment schemes, scammers are constantly devising new ways to exploit unsuspecting victims. Too Long; Didn’t Read Understanding Common Financial Scams Before we dive into protection strategies, here are some […]

How Much Hollywood Stars Pay in Taxes

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As the glittering lights of the 2024 Oscars ceremony approach, the world’s attention turns to the glamorous lives of Hollywood’s biggest stars. Behind the red carpet and the silver screen, however, lies a complex world of taxation that often remains shrouded in mystery. In this article, we’ll delve into the intricate tax landscape that movie […]

What Your Accountant Needs to File Your Taxes

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It’s tax season, which means gathering up all your financial records and documents from the past year. While you could file taxes on your own, most people prefer leaving it to the experts by hiring an accountant. But for your accountant to do their job and maximize your tax return, you need to provide them […]

The Only Budget You Need

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By: Pamela Martinez, JBS Corp.  Budgeting is like going to the gym. Almost everyone hates it—suffering through a series of trial and error working towards a viable solution—but we keep going and establish a routine that works best for our bodies ultimately, our goal is to improve. In any case, the first few attempts at […]

How to Pay off Debt Using the Snowball Method

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By: Pamela Martinez, JBS Corp., & Rob Aquino, JBS Corp.  Endorphins and Dopamine are part of a group of chemicals responsible for humans experiencing contentment. Many experiences cause the release of these chemicals, but we are going to focus on one specific experience; spending money. As good as that feeling may be, if we get […]

How to Invest in the Stock Market During the Recession

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By: Pamela Martinez, JBS Corp. & Rob Aquino, JBS Corp. Investing in the stock market; Sounds scary, I know. The U.S. unemployment rate rose to 14.7 percent in April 2020, and the last thing anyone is considering right now is investing. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Investing in the stock market isn’t a luxury […]

Why a Recession Can Be the Best Time to Start Your Business

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By Pamela Martinez, JBS Corp. In times of uncertainty, it is difficult to imagine the light at the end of the tunnel. COVID-19 has globally changed our way of living. Many Americans have been fortunate enough to work on-site or work from home, but many more are unemployed. It is easy to be stressed, discouraged, […]

The Issues Facing Small Businesses Today-COVID19 SPECIAL

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Our CFO Robinson Aquino had the pleasure of joining Marline Amedee and Mara DoCanto of Massachusetts Parents United (MPU) to discuss the issues facing small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. MPU is a parent to parent organization based in Massachusetts with chapters all over the state. They serve their communities by offering resources, information, and […]

JBS (Jacqueline Business Services): One Team with One Dream

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-part of the leadership spotlight series Have you ever noticed how organizations that lack strong teams suffer from issues that result in thousands of dollars of lost revenue each year? Some of those costly issues are: 1.      Employee Turnover.  High employee turnover leads to spending too much money on onboarding and training services every year. 2.      Organizational Fatigue. Some teams […]