For the first time in history, the average American is now more likely to live in a state that recognizes same-sex marriage, than one that does not. this is according to the WashingtonPost.com as reported in the August 1, 2014 issue of The Week. Most...
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Career or Career Change
Whether starting a new career or making a career change, the process can be terrifying. There are ways to ease the transition. Learn as much as possible about your new career, especially before leaving a current career. Look at how the change...
To Rent or to Buy?
New data from the National Association of Realtors shows about 20 million families have money to buy a home but are choosing to rent as reported in MarketWatch.com. Buyers are deterred from purchasing because of large down payment requirements and requests to...
Unemployment Rate remains at 6.3%
The figures released by the Labor Department show that 217,000 jobs were added in May, less than the number added in April, but enough tho keep the unemployment rate at 6.3%. This is certainly good news as it reflects the economy continues to recover...
More worker flexibility
According to WSJ.com, U. S. employers are giving workers more flexibilty. Up to two-thirds of employers are permitting staffers to occasionally work from home. This is up from 50% in 2008. 38% of employers are allowing workers to work from home on a...
Early withdrawal from 401K
The Internal Revenue Service reported that in 2011 it collected $5.7 billion in penatlies as a result of early withdrawals from 401K plans. In that year, Americans took roughly $57 billion from their 401K plans as early deductions. Normally, the...
