Krakenimages.com / Shutterstock.com The total amount of money flowing into American wallets from federal tax refunds is down sharply in 2023, according to the latest figures from the IRS. So far in 2023, federal tax refunds amount to about $183 billion, a 10.4% decrease from the $204 billion refunded at the same point last year. […]
Julia Zavalishina / Shutterstock.com Here is some startling news for anyone over 50: Many companies will fall all over themselves to hire you. Dismayed by what they view as a shoddy work ethic among younger folks, companies increasingly view older people as harder-working, more dependable employees, according to a recent Wall Street Journal report. As […]
SG SHOT / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. If you let your schedule run you instead of the other way around, you’re going to stifle your personal and professional life in profound ways. The stress of always trying to put out fires instead of proactively managing your tasks will carry over […]
WAYHOME studio / Shutterstock.com Looking for a way to generate extra cash? Consider selling some of your old clothes. More than half of consumers — 52% — shopped for secondhand apparel last year, according to the 2023 Resale Report from ThredUp, an online secondhand clothing store. Of all apparel sold in the past 12 months, […]
Mangostar / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. There are many reasons why you might be exploring your flexible career options. Perhaps your neighbor works remotely and you envy their morning coffee on the porch as you head out for your daily commute. Maybe your home life has changed, and you’re now […]
Pressmaster / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. Amid a tight labor market, many employers continue to look for ways to counter staffing shortages and lure potential hires back into the workforce. While some use creative benefits or work-from-home options as hiring draws, others hope to attract employees quickly with […]
There are close to 600 million people today who classify as an entrepreneur. This is a type of business where you’re responsible for keeping your own records and handling your business finances. If you use a vehicle to get around at any point in your line of work, you are eligible for being partially reimbursed. […]
The prospect of exploring the world while still progressing your career has appealed for many years. However, thanks to the digital age and increased accessibility, travel jobs are more attractive than ever. Studies show that 55% of people want to travel more frequently. Travel jobs are the perfect way to facilitate this. However, anyone wanting […]
Asking for a salary increase is something that many workers fear despite the clear signs that they deserve it. One of the main reasons is that they simply do not know when to ask for a raise or how to approach a potentially difficult subject. However, the average salary in the US currently stands at […]
A lack of funds is the one obstacle that many people feel keeps them from starting a business. How can you set up a successful business if you don’t have the capital to do so? However, you don’t need to have huge amounts of funding and the backing of investors to start a business. There […]