Emma Woodward

Hi, I'm Emma!

An expert wordsmith with a knack for crafting creative content, I love to use words to help your business thrive. I find the perfect way to communicate your message to your audience with your voice.

I got my start in writing as a ghostwriter for a men's fashion blog and as a social media content manager for small businesses. Now, I love to create delightful and compelling content for passionate small businesses.

On the weekends, you can find me exploring the mountains, snuggling up with a good book, or enjoying a stroll through town.
CNET •

Gas Prices Aren't Falling Fast Enough. 15 Ways to Save Now

Memorial Day weekend is a popular time to travel and this year is expected to see record crowds, according to AAA. That increased demand can bring increased prices. The national average for gas prices might be down from last year at this time but certain areas of the US, like California, are seeing a steep price hike at the pump right now. If you're among the 87% of travelers taking a road trip, higher fuel costs can put a real strain on your holiday budget. Fortunately, there are plenty of wa...
Gusto •

Gusto: What is a General Ledger and Do I Need One?

A general ledger is an accounting record that helps business owners keep track of their company’s financial transactions. The term general ledger originates from a different era of accounting—an era when accounting was done with physical books and paper. Nowadays, we use the same accounting terms, but most accounting is done using a computer and software. The original general ledgers may have been recorded by hand instead of digitally, but we still follow a similar system. Let’s discuss the details of a general ledger.
Bankrate •

Realtor Fees And Real Estate Commissions in Georgia | Bankrate

Real estate agents’ commissions are often one of the biggest transaction expenses for homebuyers and sellers. In the past, the model for commissions was that the seller covered the cost of both agents — their own and the buyer’s. Given that each agent typically earns 2.5 to 3 percent of the home’s sale price, the combined cost of these could be a huge expense: For example, 6 percent on a $400,000 house comes to a whopping $24,000. However, a recent lawsuit settlement has changed the structure of...
HomeLight Blog •

Here’s What You Can (And Can’t) Negotiate on a New Construction Home

So, you fell in love with a new construction home. It’s easy to see why — with a shiny new everything and designs for a modern-day life, a new build property likely has a lot of the bells and whistles. But we all know homes are more expensive to build than ever. The building blocks of home construction, such as cement, concrete block and brick, as well as ready-mixed concrete, saw price changes upwards of 6% in June 2024 compared to last year. With that in mind, do you really have room to negoti...
Bankrate •

How To Get A $40,000 Personal Loan

Our loans reporters and editors focus on the points consumers care about most — the different types of lending options, the best rates, the best lenders, how to pay off debt and more — so you can feel confident when investing your money. Bankrate follows a strict editorial policy , so you can trust that we’re putting your interests first. All of our content is authored by highly qualified professionals and edited by subject matter experts , who ensure everything we publish is objective, accurat
HomeLight Blog •

The Secret’s Out: Idaho Holds Some Top Opportunities for Real Estate Investment

Disclaimer: This post is meant to be used for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. If you are considering a real estate investment in Idaho, HomeLight always recommends doing your own research to determine which investment option is best for your situation. One of the country’s best kept real estate secrets isn’t a secret anymore. Like many parts of the country, Idaho saw a real estate boom like no other throughout the pandemic. 2021 brought over 30% appr

Food Truck Business Ideas: Where to Start? - On the Line | Toast POS

The possibilities are endless when it comes to what types of food you can serve from a food truck. Most food trucks have a smaller menu with hyper-focused specialities to accommodate the capabilities of a smaller kitchen and prep space. We’ll cover some examples of food truck concepts to inspire you, and then get into some of the other details about running a food truck - finding a location, scoping out competition, finding your customers, and creating a memorable food truck brand. Decide Which
The Financial Diet •

Personal Finance Blog: 6 Ways To Celebrate Your Birthday When You Can't Throw A Big Party

6 Ways To Celebrate Your Birthday When You Can’t Throw A Big Party Birthdays can be one of those budget-busting scenarios that come out of nowhere. After all, it’s easy to justify spending money on yourself on your big day. You made it through another year and it’s a friggin’ awesome occasion that most definitely deserves a big celebration. Which is why learning how to spend less money on your birthday can be a real buzzkill. But, in the real world, there isn’t a free money portal that a