Is a recession coming? Some economists are reading the signs - trade wars with China, a looming Brexit, a slowdown in economic growth - and not liking what they see.

Want to make the leap to self-employment after spending time in the corporate world? Making that change often requires a shift in mindset. To make it on your own, you have to start thinking like a business owner - not an employee.

Bookkeepers keep track of all the money going in and out of your business. While big companies usually have in-house bookkeepers, smaller companies and individual-owned businesses often hire one on a freelance basis—saving significant money and time.