Company leaders face plenty of responsibility as they head up an organization. Turning a profit while balancing risk and opportunity can keep things stressful. Added to those challenges is the threat of legal action. Directors and officers (D&O) liability...
Stephanie Faris
Education & Credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communications with an emphasis on JournalismExpertise
Over 11 years and more than 500 finance and technology articles, I've developed an expertise in personal finance, particularly in the mortgage and insurance space. Personally, it's a topic I enjoy writing about, and the constant education that comes with the job has benefited my own finances.Experience
In addition to 11 years as a personal finance writer, I'm also a published children's author with eight books published by Simon & Schuster and more to come.Personal Quote
"Each day is a new day to put yourself on the right track for your future."Blogs By Stephanie Faris
Pie Insurance Review 2023: Pros, Cons, Alternatives
If you're in the market for workers' compensation insurance, Pie Insurance should be on your quote list. Pie offers affordable pricing and flexible qualification guidelines. As most Pie insurance reviews indicate, though, one of the best things about the insurer is...
Top 4 State Farm Competitors and Alternatives
When it comes to insurance, State Farm is the company to beat. It's the top personal insurer, holding more than 9 percent of the total property and casualty insurance market. But competition is good for consumers, forcing the top insurers to keep their rates low and...
Our Top Picks for Property Management Accounting Softwares
If you work in property management, accounting is an important part of the job. You'll need to track expenses and monitor incoming payments in addition to your other day-to-day activities. There are a few property management solutions that either build in accounting...
The General Liability Insurance for Contractors Guide
Contractors manage projects that come with a high injury risk, such as building construction. If you run a contracting business, general contractor insurance can help protect you against legal action and cover the cost of medical bills and property damage. But before...
biBERK Business Insurance Review 2023: Pros, Cons, Alternatives
Signing up for personal insurance is fairly easy, so why shouldn't business insurance signup be easy too? That's the premise behind biBERK Insurance, a business insurer that's under the Berkshire Hathaway Insurance Group umbrella. How to Get Business Insurance from...
QuickBooks Online vs. Desktop Comparison 2023
Business accounting has increasingly shifted to the cloud in recent years as mobile use has increased. Cloud accounting solutions bring plenty of businesses, but there are still instances where desktop software makes more sense. This look at QuickBooks Online vs....
Definitive Guide to Cleaning Business Insurance & Bonding
A cleaning business can be a lucrative startup venture. Households, businesses, and government agencies look for cleaning services and are willing to pay well for them. But before you start a cleaning-based business, make sure you understand the risks, including...