Dan discusses important tax topics for small business owners (and those planning to start a business this year). This discussion includes whether or not you should incorporate or form an LLC, the danger of classifying freelancers as independent contractors (how to know whether they should be on the books as an employee), how to reduce your audit chances, the proper way to deduct travel expenses, the home office deduction, and much more! Read more →

The indispensable guide to earning a six-figure take-home income on your own terms, from Forbes.com contributing writer Elaine Pofeldt. The rise of one-million-dollar, one-person businesses in the past five years is the biggest trend in employment today, offering the widest range of people the most ways to earn a living while having the lifestyles they want. In The Million-Dollar, One-Person Business, Elaine Pofeldt outlines the pathways to joining this entrepreneurial movement, synthesizing advice from hundreds of business owners who've done it. She explains how to identify, launch, grow, and reinvent the business, showing how a single individual can generate $1... Read more →

Jim Discussing This Article On Live Radio In Chicago If you are a regular reader, you are no doubt aware that I have been involved in the world of Internet marketing for several years now. In the beginning, I was utilizing these Internet money-making concepts for the purpose of earning a living from this blog and my website (ChristianMoney.com). In hindsight now, I am realizing that a mistake I have made is not taking more full advantage of the Amazon Associates affiliate program. Yes, I have taught on this opportunity repeatedly in my workshops, but honestly tended to position it... Read more →

On this episode, Jim welcomes fellow martial artist Kevin Hurrican Hudson to discuss his new book, You Can Hit The Mark - Discover How Persistence Overcomes Natural Talent. Hudson shares his history inside and outside of the ring, his life in business, and success owning and operating three martial arts school. He also shares his Christian faith and how he applies the discipline of the martial arts to everyday life. Read more →

Shannon 'The Cannon' Hudson, founder of the worldwide fitness chain 9 Rounds, joins Jim to discuss how he grew his fitness chain to more than 360 locations. Hudson shares his vision of building the largest fitness empire in the world. His concept involves a 27 minute circuit training program that focuses on both cardio and strength building. Hudson's kickboxing circuit training began as a way that he trained his own martial arts students in South Carolina. Hudson is a world champion kickboxer and 5th degree black belt in Karate. Read more →

Five years ago I switched from a traditional home phone line and bought a device called OOMA. It is a small box that you connect to your Internet router. Once set up and connected to the Internet, the device replaces costly home phone service. The cost of a landline is $15 to $30 monthly for most people, although in some areas it can be $50 or more. After purchasing the OOMA device (about $100), you get free service for life. The only thing I pay monthly is $4, which are the taxes and fees the government assesses on my service... Read more →

ChristianMoneyPlus Member's Only Podcast Is Produced Two Times Per Month. Due to the collapse in oil prices, the price of gas is now well under $2 in most states. What is good news for the masses, is bad news for people working in the oil business. In fact, America's boom towns are quickly becoming bust towns. On this episode, Jim and Bob discuss three states hurt most by the oil collapse, and homes for sale in two of these states for under $50,000. Also on this episode, the exploding opportunity of becoming a firearms instructor, and can you build a... Read more →

On this episode Jim discusses the latest stock market drop, the Shemitah, and economic factors influencing the markets. Subway's Jared facing more than 10 years in prison, finding a great hotel deal without using the Internet, and the Ashley Madison fallout. Read more →

Jim discusses a new website that 'pays' individuals to write reviews on Amazon by giving them discounts of 80% and more on popular products. Also discussed - former NBA star Antoine Walker going bankrupt after earning $108 million in career, Trump leading in the polls followed by Jeb Bush, and why the drop shipping business is hot again. Read more →

Jim comments on the recent incident in Jacksonville, FL involving 50 teens attacking a small group of police officers. Also Donald Trump raises questions about John McCain's status as a war hero, how to start a home based gun dealership, will the Iran deal bring with it low gas prices, Christian bakery forced to close after refusing to provide wedding cake to gay couple raises $350,000 in crowdfunding support, and rapper 50 Cent filing for bankruptcy. Read more →

The movie Forrest Gump was a box office explosion, but few people know the story of how the movie launched a restaurant. Scott Barnett author of Gumption joins Jim to discuss his story of founding of The Bubba Gump Shrimp Company. The book is a true behinds the scenes look at the ups and downs and challenges of launching the restuaran chain. How it reached epic success with more than $200 million in annual sales and was later sold to Landry's. Read more →

On this episode Jim shares his thoughts on Benny Hinn's latest message of a transfer of wealth that will benefit Christians. The only catch - to get your share you have to 'sow a seed' into his ministry. Dennis Hastert caught in blackmail scandal after allegations of sex with an underage boy. How many sexual deviants do we have in high positions in our government? Hillary Clinton has a new ultra liberal challenger, Amazon offering free same day delivery in many cities, Snapchat gets $500 million in funding, and Bank Of America fined for unfair debt collection practices. Read more →

In this episode Jim discusses the criminal charges against five major banks for rigging the currency markets. Bitcoin now officially listed as a currency on Google Finance. Cleveland Police arrest 71 people in riots over police shooting. Vandals hit California dam resulting in the loss of 49 million gallons of water. Are chipped credit cards really stopping credit card theft? How bankruptcy trustees are using clawbacks to sue colleges for tuition paid by the recently bankrupt, and Ripple Labs receives $28 million in funding. Read more →

Author and expert on the Bildergberg Group, Daniel Estulin, joins Jim Paris Live to discuss his upcoming movie. On this episode - the history of the Bilderbergs and how they influence society and politics. Barack Obama's secret visit to a Bilderberg meeting, why the mainstream media does not cover Bilderberg meetings, was Jekyll Island a precursor to the formation of the Bilderberg Group in 1954? What is the overall plan of the Bilderberg Group? Read more →

Internet marketing rock star, Guy Kawasaki, joins Jim Paris Live to discuss his latest book - The Art Of Social Media. How to make money from social media? The importance of selecting the right name for Twitter. Why your profile pages are a major key to social media success. How much of your own content to share vs. curating content from other sources. Should you follow back everyone that follows you on Twitter? Why social media is no different than an in-person conversation. Guy also shares information about Canva.com, a popular platform that can be used to create stunning graphics... Read more →