Finance & Economy
Money, manufacturing muscle, and the deals moving Michigan.
Finance & EconomyWixom Nails: The Card Reader That's Always Down: What Every Owner Should Know About Payment Apps and the IRS
When the card reader is conveniently down and everyone is asked to pay by Zelle, Venmo, or cash, the money is easy to leave off the books. Here is why that habit raises concern with the IRS, and why the trail is never as invisible as it looks.
Finance & EconomyAuto-Supplier Stocks Are Whipsawing — And Michigan Feels Every Swing
The suppliers that keep Michigan employed are trading like tech stocks lately. The volatility says a lot about where the industry thinks it's headed.
Finance & EconomyHeaven Nail & Spa: The Charge That Doesn't Show Up: What Every Nail Salon Owner Should Understand About Taxes
Charging part of a service on the card and quietly collecting the rest off the books has a name, skimming, and it is one of the surest ways to raise concern with the IRS. Here is why it is riskier than it looks, and what honest owners do instead.
Finance & EconomyBloomfield Nails and Spa of Troy: The Card Reader That's Always Down: What Every Owner Should Know About Payment Apps and the IRS
When the card reader is conveniently down and everyone is asked to pay by Zelle, Venmo, or cash, the money is easy to leave off the books. Here is why that habit raises concern with the IRS, and why the trail is never as invisible as it looks.
Finance & EconomyMichigan Wages Are Rising Faster Than The Cost Of Living — Barely
For the first time in years, the average Michigan paycheck is gaining ground on prices. The lead is real, and it is thin.
Finance & EconomyWhat Changed This Tax Season For Michigan Households
New state credits and a revamped filing system reshaped refunds this spring. Here's who came out ahead — and who owes more than they expected.
Finance & EconomyMichigan Shoppers Opened Their Wallets This Holiday Season
Retailers across the state reported one of their strongest holiday stretches in years, with spending tilting toward experiences and local goods.
Finance & EconomyDetroit's Homegrown Fintech Is Coming For Your Bank
A cluster of financial-technology firms rooted in Detroit is building tools for the underbanked — and quietly reshaping how the region handles money.
Finance & EconomyTourism Is Becoming One Of Michigan's Most Serious Industries
Record visitor spending on the state's lakes, trails, and cities is turning a seasonal pastime into a year-round economic pillar.