12 great business networking groups for small business owners
NEXT explores 12 effective networking groups for small business owners to foster connections, find… Continue Reading
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How to become a group fitness instructor
Zumba reports that becoming a group fitness instructor allows you to pursue fitness passions while helping… Continue Reading
Tax changes coming in 2026: Here's what you need to know before year-end
Domain Money reports significant tax changes for 2026, affecting deductions and tax… Continue Reading
77 ways to spend your FSA dollars before the deadline
GoodRx reports 77 ways to spend your FSA dollars before the deadline, highlighting eligible dental, vision,… Continue Reading
Why you need human-in-the-loop in AI workflows
Zapier reports that integrating humans into AI workflows (HITL) ensures oversight, addresses ambiguity, and… Continue Reading
What should I look for in an expense management system?
Brex reports that choosing the right expense management system enhances financial health and efficiency,… Continue Reading
2025 in review: 10 housing predictions that came true, and 3 that didn’t
NewHomeSource reports that most housing predictions for 2025 were accurate, with stabilized mortgage… Continue Reading
$5B in OTC dollars go unclaimed by seniors annually
Chapter reports that seniors leave $5 billion in unclaimed Medicare Advantage OTC benefits annually due to… Continue Reading
Community Leaders, Locals, and Fans Remember Rob Reiner
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. (KEYT) – Many people are just learning about the tragic deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner.
Young people may not know… Continue Reading
Europe backtracks on ban of new combustion engine cars, in setback to tackling climate change
By Lianne Kolirin, CNN
London (CNN) — Plans to ban the sale of new combustion engine cars in the European Union by 2035 have been thrown… Continue Reading
The No. 1 cause of America’s affordability problem just got worse
By David Goldman, CNN
(CNN) — America’s cost-of-living problem is simple math: Inflation spiked several years ago and paychecks haven’t had… Continue Reading
Howard Stern puts an end to the guessing game, signs new deal with SiriusXM
By Brian Stelter, Liam Reilly, CNN
(CNN) — After months of speculation about his future on the radio, Howard Stern has signed a new contract… Continue Reading
Merriam-Webster’s 2025 word of the year takes aim at poor AI content
By Jack Guy, CNN
(CNN) — “Slop,” a term used to describe low-quality digital content, has been named word of the year by the Merriam-Webster… Continue Reading
SBA 7(a) loans explained: Benefits, eligibility, and how to apply
Comerica reports SBA 7(a) loans offer flexible funding options for 90% of U.S. businesses, aiding in… Continue Reading
Trump says small cars can bring down big prices. Here’s why that’s unlikely
By Chris Isidore, CNN
(CNN) — President Donald Trump has a tiny solution to a big problem: have US factories manufacture very small cars,… Continue Reading
Unemployment rate hit a four-year high last month
By Alicia Wallace, CNN
(CNN) — The US labor market grew even more exclusive in November.Unemployment rose to a four-year high of 4.6% in… Continue Reading
New holiday promotion encouraging people to ‘Shop Small’ in the Santa Maria Valley
A new promotion in the Santa Maria Valley is encouraging shoppers this holiday season to support local… Continue Reading
Isla Vista Food Co-op to Close Downtown Location in Final Days of December
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) — Many shoppers are sad to see the Isla Vista Food Coop’s Santa Barbara location close down.
“I mean, it's just sad… Continue Reading
Ford takes $19.5 billion hit as it pulls back on electric vehicle plans, halts F-150 Lightning production
By Chris Isidore, CNN
(CNN) — Ford on Monday said it is pulling back on its electric vehicle plans, a move that will result in a $19.5… Continue Reading
Small business holiday trends to watch in 2025
Bluevine reports that in 2025, consumers plan to spend more on holidays but more selectively, with focus on… Continue Reading