If you’re in the final stages of interviewing for a new job or have accepted an offer and are working out the compensation details, it’s time to consider if and how to ask for a signing bonus. Once the exclusive purview of professional athletes and highly paid executives, signing bonuses have become more common as employers vie for top talent and in-demand workers find themselves in the position of deciding between
The process of seeking new job opportunities can be time-consuming and even a bit disheartening, especially if you’ve been at it for a while. Once you find the job opening of your dreams, though, you may have to wait for an offer to come your way or move the process forward yourself by asking the prospective employer for a job. Since asking for a job can be an intimidating experience for
If you’re searching for a new job, you know how hard it is to break through the crowd of applicants for every open position. Since many job openings today are listed exclusively online, getting your resume noticed when hundreds — and maybe even thousands — have been submitted for the same job can be a challenge. One effective way to proceed with a new job search is to bypass those virtual
by JoEllen Schilke From Sherlock Holmes to Easy Rawlins to Veronica Mars, popular culture has had a fun time depicting private investigators. Danger! Mystery! Glamor! And while stories about fictional private investigators aren’t necessarily accurate, it’s still an interesting and exciting field.You might want to become a private investigator if you are naturally curious, level headed, and detail oriented. This is a field that pays well and doesn’t require a
by Catherine HilesContributor Quick Navigation 11 Ways to Save Money on Diapers Free Diaper Samples From Manufacturers Loyalty/Rewards Programs Baby Registries The Pediatrician’s Office Switch to Cloth Diapers Market Research Companies Diaper Banks Local Organizations Coupons and Sales Cash-Back Apps Eliminate Them Altogether Having a baby is easily one of the most life-changing experiences you’ll ever have. But a new baby can also take a toll on your budget as
by Timothy MooreContributorUnexpected vet bills can be the most expensive part of welcoming a dog or cat into your family.For many pet owners, pet insurance for their dogs, cats and even birds can keep the costs of pet care reasonable. While the monthly premiums are an additional expense on top of food, toys, treats and grooming, pet insurance is worth it for medical emergencies, especially serious illnesses or injuries.With the
by Quinten PlummerStaff WriterSpending 10 more minutes at work probably won’t have a significant impact on your finances, but using that break-sized amount of time elsewhere just might.Sure, some of the tasks listed here are one-offs, while others may need to be repeated to realize real value. The thing these tasks all have in common is that they can have a lasting impact on your finances, if you capitalize on
by Timothy MooreContributorYou have insurance for your health, your car, your house — but what about your pets? Do they have pet insurance coverage?If you don’t currently have pet insurance, you’re not alone. While more than 70% of U.S. households have pets, just 26% of those American pet parents have actually purchased insurance for their pets, according to a 2021 study from Liberty Mutual.But given the price of vet care,
by Rachel Christian, CEPF®Senior WriterContrary to popular belief, Medicare isn’t free.Monthly premiums, copays and yearly deductibles add up quickly — not to mention out-of-pocket costs on prescription drugs.Navigating Medicare’s complex system by yourself can be overwhelming. It feels easier to just stick with your current plan and hope for the best.But staying put can mean losing out on huge savings — potentially thousands of dollars a year.If you want to
Real Answers for Life’s Money Challengesby Robin Hartill, CFP®Senior EditorI receive full disability from Social Security. I am 64 and went out on disability at 48 years old. (I was born in 1957.) Since there is now a shortage of labor, I thought I might like to try going back to work. Social Security has a Ticket to Work program, which gives you a limited time to try working without losing
