With medical marijuana now legal in Missouri, businesses in the state are trying to figure out how it’ll impact their businesses and relationship with employees who may use medical marijuana. Gregg Groves, a Missouri State University faculty member in the College of Business and lawyer at Springfield law firm Lowther Johnson, shares with the News Tribune more about … [Read more...] about How will Missouri businesses deal with medical marijuana in the workplace?

“When you use the wrong financial approach, it doesn’t matter how much money you make,” said Dr. Edward Chang, professor of finance at Missouri State University. “You may not be able to have a comfortable retirement life.” Chang – who has published nearly 50 articles during his career – researches investment vehicles for the everyday investor. His most recent research focused … [Read more...] about Protect your retirement by saving now

When you have a credit card, you can add someone, such as a spouse or child as an authorized user on your account. Dr. James Philpot, certified financial planner and associate professor of finance and general business at Missouri State University, explains to U.S. News & World Report why this may be a good option, but there are risks involved. … [Read more...] about Is adding an authorized user to your credit card a good idea?

Gas credits cards can help you save money at the pump. There are a few types of gas credits cards available. Should you get one? If you do get one, what kind should you choose? Dr. James Philpot, certified financial planner and associate professor of finance and general business at Missouri State University, offers some advice on WalletHub. … [Read more...] about Is it worth getting a gas credit card?