As consumers tighten their spending belts, many are cutting back on luxury services. This doesnt bode well for the home-cleaning industry, but it hasnt stopped Merry Maids franchisee owner Rob Mascari from increasing his revenue over the past five years.
As tax preparers head into the busy season, some are finding the playing field a very different place than last year. In a move to ensure all tax preparers are qualified to do their jobs, the government has enacted new laws governing the practice.