Are you in debt but haven’t been paying attention to the details of your finances? While it may be easier to bury your head in the sand when it comes to your personal finances, it’s important to have a clear picture of your income and your debt. Debt can come in many forms so it’s […]
fizkes / Shutterstock.com Since the COVID-19 pandemic, working from home has become the norm in many industries. And a 2022 survey from FlexJobs found that 77% of full-time workers identified the ability to work remotely as one of the most important benefits, right behind salary. A whopping 57% of survey respondents said that they would […]
Kit Leong / Shutterstock.com Many Americans relocated early during the pandemic due to a job loss or fear of catching the coronavirus. Then, many more relocated when they realized they could work remotely from just about anywhere. A number of towns and small cities see an opportunity to lure such workers and families to migrate […]
bluedog studio / Shutterstock.com The average American spends $92 per month on Amazon. U.S. consumers received nearly 6 billion packages from those ubiquitous Amazon vans in 2023. With all the spending, have you ever considered making money with the e-commerce behemoth? Here’s your guide on how to make money with Amazon in 2024. Use this […]
voronaman / Shutterstock.com You’ve landed an interview, and you’re thrilled about the position. As you research common interview questions, “What makes you the ideal candidate?” repeatedly pops up. Most of us have been taught not to brag, so it might feel a bit awkward at first glance. Don’t let the question throw you, though. Instead, […]
Nirat.pix / Shutterstock.com For most people, going to college seems like a way to gain better career prospects, which can lead to higher income. The HEA Group, a higher education research organization, recently examined data from the U.S. Department of Education. They assessed the income of about 5 million former students across 3,887 higher-education institutions […]
The Image Party / Shutterstock.com Costco shoppers get used to seeking out their old favorites — a juicy rotisserie chicken, a pallet of paper towels, enough coffee to fuel an entire dorm. But because the warehouse club’s selection is so huge, it’s easy to forget that Costco adds new products all the time. There’s no […]
Diego Cervo / Shutterstock.com If you made extra income on the side last year, such as by selling an amazing piece of artwork or walking your neighbor’s dog, then you are one of the approximately 58 million gig workers, freelancers and other self-employed workers in the United States. Just because you may not be an […]
imtmphoto / Shutterstock.com Being a home health aide or companion can offer you a flexible work environment, with options to work in nursing homes, assisted living facilities or the patient’s home. And unlike some other in-demand professions in health care like nurse practitioners, there’s no college degree required to land some caregiver jobs (though you […]
Ringo Chiu / Shutterstock.com Last year was the biggest one for labor strikes since the turn of the century. During the past 20 years, there have been an average of about 17 major strikes per year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, which calls them “work stoppages.” In 2023, there were nearly twice that […]