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Should You Upgrade Your Business Apps?

Protect sensitive business and customer data on your computer system from attacks by hackers or malware.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Every business owner intermittently asks the same question over the years: “What's the most helpful software for my business?” It’s a question that often yields illuminating answers, because business software evolves at a rapid rate.

Sometimes, innovation is modest — a new version of an existing business app. At other times, it’s radical — introducing a much more efficient way to organize a business process.

VPN Viewers Find Solutions to Netflix Limitations

Consumers bypass Netflix restrictions with the help of certain VPNs.

(SALEM, Ore.) - In 2016, Netflix, the popular online video streaming platform banned IP addresses associated with the VPN networks, from accessing its services.

Although this step had implications on a large number of Netflix users everywhere, the ones that used ExpressVPN continued to enjoy the Netflix services.

The biggest issue with Netflix is that its services are country-specific, implying that if you stay in the UK, and want to watch the Netflix programs available in the US, you can’t do it unless you use services like virtual private networks.

Canada`s First Lottery

Canada's lottery history is part of the fabric of the country

(SALEM, Ore.) - There was a lottery in Quebec from 1969, offering a prize of $125,000, and the very first draw was held in 1970. However, the first government sponsored lottery took place on the 15th of April 1974, and its creation was entirely due to the financial woes being caused by the impending Olympics.

CBC Television screened the highly anticipated first draw in April ’74, while people were throwing ‘lottery parties’ at home to celebrate the event. Nine ladies from Quebec shared the million dollar top prize,.

Does Salem Have Prime Real Estate?

Find the best homes for your budget

(SALEM, Ore.) - The real estate market is a hugely interesting one, and it intrigues a lot of people. Most may not consider buying a home as an investment in the traditional sense, comparable with stocks and shares.

Instead, a property purchase is commonly thought of as providing a place for people to stay and ensure their loved ones are taken care of.

The Road Towards Retirement: 4 Money-Saving Tips

Jumpstart your plan and the easier it will be to retire when the time comes.

(SALEM, Ore.) - As the largest generation races towards retirement — with as many as 10,000 Baby Boomers leaving their jobs each day — America faces a crisis. People of all ages, including those born between 1946 and 1964, aren’t financially prepared to retire.

The time when the majority of workers had guaranteed pensions from their employers is over. Now, in the absence of these plans, most Americans have to rely on their savings to support them in old age, and it’s proving difficult.

The iPhone 8 Promises Huge Changes

Though disappointing, the production delays have a silver lining.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The anticipation surrounding the iPhone 8’s release is fraught with tension. It’s been a long and arduous wait for the tech world as its dealt with leak after leak, rumor after rumor surrounding Apple’s upcoming generation.

Most of us have amassed a pretty serious RSS feed to help filter the massive flood of reports, even though we end up reading most of the latest news with bated breath behind nails bit down to the quick.

Digital Compliance: From a Defensive Discipline to a Competitive Advantage

The defensive aspect of everything does not apply to modern compliance.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Digital compliance has been a hot issue in the digital and real world over the past years primarily because it deals with data security.

As technology has evolved significantly, advanced security breach has also leveled up; that’s why the first-world countries like the UK have implemented data protection regulation as a defense against hacking or any form of security breach.
Although these protection rules should be strictly followed, the biggest challenge here now is the compliance.

Why You Need To Check Your Business` VAT Recovery Rate

VAT recovery rates fluctuate according to expense categories and business themselves - you could be claiming more than you think.

(SALEM, Ore.) - VAT (Value Added Tax) is an incredibly tricky subject, incorporating seemingly heaps of rules and regulations, which makes attempting to recover VAT rather off putting.

But - it's important to check your VAT recovery rate as it can fluctuate for various expenses - anywhere from as little as 0% to a huge 27% eligible to claim!

Opening A Restaurant: The Practical Truths

Reduce stress and enjoy your business with a few good habits.

(SALEM, Ore.) - For many gastronomy lovers far and wide, the prospect of opening a restaurant is a quite a dream. So, you may have your finances in order, and the perfect menu and venue in check, but what are some of the more practical considerations you may have overlooked?

We spoke to several restaurant entrepreneurs to find out their top 5 tips before all hands go on deck.

Bring Back the Checkbook

Here’s how writing checks can be better than swiping a card

(SALEM, Ore.) - No matter what social status or business in general you might have, you are probably the proud owner of a credit card. Everyone has a credit card or debit card today, and that’s because of how accessible and convenient it is to own one.

You can just swipe your card and make payments without any hassle. However, what many don’t expect is to hear that checkbooks can actually counter and in some situations even beat that "convenience".