WCFB-FM (Orlando, FL)

If your rental property is generating income but still feels like it’s costing more than it should, you’re not alone. Many landlords focus on collecting rent without regularly reviewing the dozens of smaller decisions that affect long-term profitability. The good news? Improving rental property cash flow usually isn’t about making one dramatic change.

Rent is usually the single biggest payment renters make each month, and how it gets paid can shape whether that due date is routine or stressful. Unlike a lot of smaller recurring charges, paying rent still often requires active effort: logging into a portal, writing a check, or remembering to hit send before a deadline. Some renters have never considered putting their rent on autopay. Others have thought about it but hesitate. Is it worth it? For many renters, the answer is yes.

In an era of economic unpredictability and tight margins, chief financial officers are under mounting pressure to do more with less. Nearly half of C-suite executives have considered budget cuts for their own departments amid macroeconomic challenges. At the same time, financial risks are rising. A found that 79% of organizations were targeted by payment fraud attempts in 2024. For CFOs, the challenge is clear: reduce costs without compromising security or long-term growth.

Today is the day to celebrate big, juicy, gooey cheeseburgers. Sept. 18 is National Cheeseburger Day, not to be confused with National Double Cheeseburger Day (yes, that is a thing, according to the National Day Calendar website). To mark the occasion, there are deals to be had. As always, they are subject to participation, so you should confirm that a location is taking part in the promotion. Applebee’s: One of three Classic Handcrafted Burgers and Classic Fries for $8.99.

Every American knows how critical their credit score is. Or at least, they should. A high score unlocks a whole host of financial opportunities: Lower car payments, cheaper mortgages, or even approval for that new rental apartment or job you’ve been eyeing. But here's something you may not know: Some parts of the country are doing better than others when it comes to boosting credit scores, reports Current, a consumer fintech banking platform.

Staying motivated to save for an upcoming vacation with friends or a wedding may be easier than doing so for a far-off goal like retirement, since you’ll soon get to enjoy the fruits of your labor. But a key part of a strong financial plan is the ability to prioritize short-, medium and long-term goals and save for them simultaneously.

School’s almost back, but summer isn’t over yet! Come celebrate with Lorenzo “Ice Tea” Thomas for STAR 94.5’s Back to School Splash presented by Moe DeWitt and Just Call Moe - Orlando’s Injury Lawyers at Island H20 Water Park on Friday, August 8th for an evening of thrilling water rides, music by DJ Kyle LaRue, a fun foam party and more! The evening will be hosted by STAR 94.5’s Lorenzo “Ice Tea” Thomas and Niecy D! It’s one last “end of summer” party before the start of the new school year.

Artificial intelligence (AI) represents a significant shift for small businesses, offering powerful tools to reduce costs and provide insights in a rapidly shifting economic landscape. This transformation has created a sense of urgency, with 61.3% of owners holding a positive outlook on the technology and many feeling the need to innovate.

Pop quiz: Do you know how hard your money is working for you? It’s very possible you don’t — at least in the case of the interest rate on your savings account. Consider that in an era when many higher-yielding savings products are offering around 4% on your cash, the industry average for savings accounts is actually significantly lower — 0.59%, according to the latest figures from financial information site Bankrate.

There are many benefits that come with a good credit score: better rates on car and homeowners insurance, more housing options, and the ability to snag credit cards with the best rewards, just to name a few. But soon millions of student loan borrowers may have to say goodbye to some of those perks.