Tag Archives: career

How to Find a Summer Job

College kids, high-school students, teachers and people looking to supplement their income – a long list of people will soon be looking for summer work. Whether you’re a working adult who needs additional income or a college student who wants … Continue reading

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Credit Management Tips For First-Time Professionals

(ARA) – You’ve landed the right job, you’re earning good money and your career is poised to take off. When everything is lining up in your professional life, it’s natural – and smart – to think about financial planning and … Continue reading

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How to Prepare for a Small Business Loan

A small business loan can help you launch or maintain your business, but unless you have your financial ducks in a row, your chances of securing funding may be more of a dream than a reality. For startups and businesses … Continue reading

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Easy Ideas to Start Your Own Business

Being your own boss has lots of advantages—and lots of challenges. One of the first hurdles many would-be entrepreneurs face is deciding just what business to go into and trying to come up with the funds to launch it. Raising … Continue reading

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What is a 401(k)?

When you’re struggling to make ends meet every day, it’s hard to think about saving for the future. It can also be difficult to think about planning for retirement when you’re young and making good money. But money experts agree … Continue reading

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Do You Really Need To Be A Two-Income Family?

In this economy, it may seem like the answer to that question is obvious. But is it?  A growing number of households are considering the question of whether they really need to be a two-income family. While it may seem … Continue reading

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Employer Credit Check Laws: The Latest News

We’ve talked before about how more employers than ever are checking job applicants’ credit as part of the hiring process. And we’ve also discussed the importance of maintaining good credit while you’re looking for work. Employer credit checks are becoming … Continue reading

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Credit Hints for Women’s Equality Day

Did you miss Women’s Equality Day a few weeks ago? (Hint: It was Aug. 26, this year). Don’t feel bad; instead, look forward and consider the ways you can help yourself, or the women in your life, find equal footing … Continue reading

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How Changing Jobs can Affect your Credit

Starting a new job can be both stressful and exciting. You’ll probably rely on a combination of education, experience, skill and dedication to succeed in your new role. The last thing you want to do is dilute your focus by … Continue reading

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