by Quinten PlummerStaff Writer Dead ends branch out from every career path. Even in the lucrative world of finance, you could find yourself living on the margins while boosting someone else’s bottom line — that’s unless you gain the right experience and pursue one of the best-paying jobs in the field of finance. You’ll find great-paying jobs at every level in the finance industry, which is different from the highest
by Robert BruceSenior Writer“Looking to move? We will pay instant cash for your home! Call ……”You might have seen that kind of offer on a billboard or a homemade sign posted to a telephone pole.The concept has been around for years. Want to sell your home fast? There’s usually someone willing to buy it – as long as you’re willing to take less than market value.The latest take on this
by Robin Hartill, CFP®Senior EditorIf you want to maximize your monthly Social Security checks, waiting until 70 to claim benefits is a smart move. Your monthly benefit at 70 would be about 77% higher than it would be if you started as soon as you became eligible at 62.But what happens if you hold out beyond age 70? Will your Social Security benefits get an even bigger boost? Read on
by Kristen Pope, JoEllen Schilke Why toss things in the trash when you can recycle them — and make a little money in return? By diverting certain items from the waste stream and keeping them out of landfills, you can also make extra money or help out worthy causes. From scrap metal to ink cartridges, bottle caps to construction materials, you can recycle a huge variety of items in exchange
by Nicole DowSenior WriterEvery now and then, well-intentioned plans to save money simply fail.You think you’re following the frugality playbook only to have it backfire. It’s when trying to be cheap ends up being expensive.It happens to the best of us. Here are 10 situations where trying to pinch pennies has the potential to end up costing you money.Preparing meals in advance means you won’t be tempted to grab fast
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by Mike BrassfieldSenior WriterWith millions of unfilled job openings and a serious shortage of workers, businesses across the country are struggling to recruit the employees they need.Is your business struggling to find qualified job candidates? In that case, you’ve no doubt considered using a popular online recruitment platform like LinkedIn or Glassdoor. But what’s the difference between the two? Which one is best for your needs?Another website that addresses many
by Mike BrassfieldSenior WriterYou are the CEO of your own money.You’re the one in charge. You make all the major decisions. When it comes to your pocketbook, you’re the highest-ranking executive, and you’re the one overseeing everything.That’s good and bad. The bad part is, you have all the responsibility, and there’s no one else to blame. The good part is, you have the power to make things better for yourself.It’s
by Nicole DowSenior WriterAfter driving through a mix of slushy snow and road salt this past winter, your car is probably in need of a little TLC.We sought out tips from auto experts at CarMax and the Car Care Council on what car owners ought to take care of before embarking on a spring road trip.Remember, regularly keeping up with vehicle maintenance is generally less expensive than dealing with a
by Robin Hartill, CFP®Senior EditorIf you’re among the millions of Americans grappling with medical bills, obtaining a mortgage or car loan will soon get easier.The three major credit bureaus — Equifax, Experian and Transunion — recently announced sweeping changes to how medical debt will appear on credit reports. The overhaul will erase about 70% of medical debt from consumers’ credit histories. Here’s what’s changing: One reason for the changes: Medical
