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The Millionaires Are [Still] Small Business Owners Next Door — My Money Blog

When I was starting out financially, one of the hot books was The Millionaire Next Door: The Surprising Secrets of...

Do Taxpayers Who Owe Trust the IRS? Why Many Are Unsure About Enforcement

Key Takeaways  51% of surveyed Optima clients said they did not believe the IRS enforces against most people who owe,...

What Businesses Should Review Before Year-End

Sales tax compliance can become increasingly complex as businesses expand into new states, introduce new products or services, and navigate...

Why Do Taxpayers Finally Act on Tax Problems? What Makes Them Seek Help

Key Takeaways   29% of selections cited realizing that waiting was making the problem worse, making it the most common reported...

Bank Accounts, Treasury Bills, Money Markets, ETFs – October 2026 — My Money Blog

Rates are rising! Here’s my monthly survey of the best interest rates on cash as of October 2026, roughly sorted...

Tax Lien vs. Levy: Key Differences and How to Respond

Key Takeaways  A tax lien is the IRS’s legal claim against your property for unpaid taxes, while a tax levy...

Make Money

5 Best Practices for Essential Hybrid Work Success

To achieve success in a hybrid work environment, start by establishing a consistent work schedule that blends in-office and remote days. This balance boosts collaboration and productivity. Next, leverage technology for seamless communication and project management. Regular team check-ins and...

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W. R. Berkley cuts casualty reinsurance by a quarter as pricing fails to hold

W. R. Berkley Corporation’s reinsurance casualty book shrank 25% in the third quarter compared with a year earlier, the steepest single-quarter...

Chancellor rules out CGT rise in Budget – Mortgage Strategy

The chancellor has reportedly ruled out increasing capital gains tax in this month’s Budget. According to Treasury sources cited in...

Klarna Takes BNPL Beyond Retail with Fiserv Partnership

Enterprise users can now offer the buy now, pay later (BNPL) plans that have gained popularity among retailers. Klarna and...

AI Might Not Kill Software, But It Could Do Something Worse

In our last issue, I explained why I don’t think AI is going to wipe out the software industry any...

High Prices and APRs Drive Record-High Car Payments and Longer Loans

Relief has been in short supply for consumers facing elevated costs for everything from groceries to housing, and the U.S....

Talk Your Book: The Case for Value and Momentum

Posted October 19, 2026 by Ben Carlson Today’s Talk Your Book is brought to you by Victory Capital: To learn...

Mortgage

12 Oct to 16 Oct – Mortgage Strategy

This week’s top headlines: Halifax updates intermediary site to make apps easier and NatWest becomes latest lender to cuts rates....

OBR should assess every Budget measure for its impact on housing, says committee chaired by Vince Cable – Mortgage Strategy

The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) should assess every Budget measure for its impact on the housing market, according to...

LendWell lands SPF Private Clients deal – Mortgage Strategy

AI mortgage technology company LendWell has signed a multi-year agreement with SPF Private Clients (SPF). LendWell is working with SPF...

Generation Home increases mortgage rates as swap costs rise – Mortgage Strategy

Generation Home is increasing selected mortgage rates by up to 15bps from 12 October, citing rising swap rates. The lender...

Does AI know your name? – Mortgage Strategy

Welcome back to Market Watch. But maybe not for much longer. I have been reading the latest discussions about artificial...

UK construction downturn eases in September, but orders and confidence weaken: S&P – Mortgage Strategy

September UK construction output fell at its slowest pace this year, according to the latest S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing...