Swyft Filings • 1st December 2023

The Corporate Transparency Act Explained

The article explains the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), a law requiring businesses to file Beneficial Ownership Information with FinCEN to increase corporate transparency and combat financial crimes. Edited for Swyft Filings.

H&R Block • 27th September 2023

How to form an LLC in Delaware

Delaware is one of the best places for starting a company. After most pandemic-related restrictions were lifted, the state saw an unprecedented recovery, with thousands of limited liability companies (LLCs) launched in a short period. These organizations now enjoy tremendous benefits, such as limited liability protection and minimal startup requirements.

Squarespace • 28th June 2023

How to Start an LLC in 7 Steps

Planned, outlined, and edited by me for Squarespace.

10th January 2023

Elevating Customer Service in 2023: Leveraging AI & Other Tech Tools

Edited for Swyft Filings. The article discusses customer service technology trends, including AI integration, aimed at enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency.

Swyft Filings • 24th October 2022

How to Eliminate Waste in Your Business Operations

Edited by me for Swyft Filings.

Swyft Filings • 21st October 2022

Small Business Income Taxes

Edited by me for Swyft Filings.

SnapMailbox • 19th May 2022

10 Tips To Improve Your Small Business Cybersecurity

Cyberattacks are becoming more common as businesses move online and switch to a virtual workspace. In 2021, some small businesses reported a 50% rise in weekly cyberattack attempts. To help you stay protected, we've gathered ten tips to improve your small business cybersecurity.

Swyft Filings • 21st October 2021

Side Hustle: Taxes and Common Deductions

The additional income you can make from a successful side hustle business is a welcome boost to your budget. With side gig earnings, you may be able to enjoy those extras that you couldn’t afford otherwise.

But a side hustle is still a business, and as a business owner, you oversee every aspect of running a company, including tax payments. Understanding your responsibilities regarding your side hustle taxes will help ensure that your gig remains financially successful. Fail to plan for the taxe

Swyft Filings • 20th January 2021

Can I Apply for a PPP Loan for My Side Hustle?

The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) was aimed to help small businesses continue paying their workers during unprecedented financial turmoil resulting from the Coronavirus Pandemic.
Edited by me for Swyft Filings.

Swyft Filings • 18th January 2021

How to Apply for a Second Round PPP Small Business Loan

Written by me for Swyft Filings.

Swyft Filings • 31st August 2020

How Ballethnic Dance Company Celebrates Diversity Through Dance

First Service Credit Union • 14th August 2020

7 Steps to Confidently Purchase a Vehicle | First Service Credit Union

Written by me for First Service Credit Union.

Swyft Filings • 13th August 2020

Spotlight: Global College Pipeline Uplifts Memphis Youth

Swyft Filings • 5th August 2020

Swyft Spotlight: The Heartrending Story of Team K9's Hero Dogs

I interviewed Philip Corrado of Team K9. Phil and his bomb-sniffing hero dogs keep us safe at concerts, sporting events, and festivals. They are very good doggies.

Swyft Filings • 4th August 2020

Spotlight: Lave Wash Does the Laundry for Those Who Can't

Lave Wash Laundry Delivery is a small, eco-friendly, family-owned business operating out of Fairfield, California. While they have recently lost many business clients to coronavirus shutdowns, Lave continues to service a core of elderly and disabled clients that depend on Lave for clean clothes.

Swyft Filings • 30th July 2020

Spotlight: The City Lights Gateway Foundation Connects Communities

FSCU • 12th March 2020

Budgeting Basics: 7 Steps To Building Your First Budget

Have you ever caught yourself wondering, "Where did all my money go?" In today's digital age, tracking expenses becomes more crucial yet trickier. With just a click or tap, we often make small purchases that quickly accumulate. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you master the art of budgeting.
Written by me for First Service Credit Union.

S&P Global Commodity Insights • 6th January 2020

US considering more Venezuela sanctions, may allow oil waiver to expire

The US may respond to escalating political disarray in Venezuela by allowing a sanctions waiver for Chevron and four US oil services companies to expire later this month and could ratchet up oil sanctions on foreign companies still working in the South American country, analysts said Monday.

S&P Global Commodity Insights • 3rd January 2020

Braskem reaches deal on salt mine closure, resettlements

Houston — Brazilian petrochemical producer Braskem announced Friday that the company has reached a deal with state and federal prosecutors and public defenders on the permanent closure of salt mining operations in Alagoas and the relocations of about 17,000 people in nearby areas.

S&P Global Commodity Insights • 9th October 2019

Plug-in EV sales seem to stall in Q3 with 20% sales decline

Sales of plug-in electric vehicles in the US were down in the third quarter compared with Q3 2018, and the slowing economy may bring year-over-year growth in this sector of the US power market to a halt by the end of the year, postponing the load benefits many have been expecting.

Apache • 19th July 2019

Raymond Plank Retrospective Part Three: Giving Back

The third and final chapter in the three-part biography I researched and wrote on Apache founder Raymond Plank. This chapter focuses on his philanthropy and charitable legacy.

Apache • 12th July 2019

Raymond Plank Retrospective Part Two: Building a Billion-Dollar Business

Part two of a three-part biography of Apache Founder Raymond Plank. This chapter focuses on how he built the business. Researched and written by me.

Apache • 5th July 2019

Raymond Plank Retrospective Part One: Humble Beginnings to Atomic Bombs

Part one of a three-part retrospective biography on Apache Corp founder Raymond Plank. This chapter focuses on his childhood and his time as a WW2 pilot. I researched and wrote this for Apache Corp's intranet.

Just Energy • 11th February 2019

Electric Company Scams and How to Avoid Them

This is a Learning Center article to help people avoid energy scams. I wrote and edited this article for Just Energy.