Black Friday discounts bleed a little red as tough times in retailing call for sharp cuts on prices at a few big tech shops. These ten top deals show just how much pressure is riding on holiday sales. No. 10: Apple Apple is traditionally the stingiest of tech discounters in the gadget market, and this...
9 insider secrets to getting hiredWhile searching for work alongside 16 million people who are angling for the same openings, getting a hiring manager to tell you why you didn’t get hired is about as easy as actually getting the job. But one of the best things you can do is examine your job search with a critical eye: Is your résumé...
10 surprising minimum-wage jobsThe U.S. federal minimum wage recently increased 70 cents from $6.55 to $7.25 per hour. Who will be affected by this boost? Cashiers and fast food workers? Yes, but some minimum wage jobs also come with surprisingly hefty responsibilities. From preschool teachers to hospitals aides, there are many people...
Buy, don’t rent a home when you can afford the down paymentAfter looking at all the costs involved in buying house, you may have begun to have second thoughts: Perhaps, it is better to rent a home. Real estate in most areas today is not a top investment compared with investment securities. “You’re not going to get a 30 percent return on your house,”...
Ways to pay off a big tax billSome people ignore their tax responsibilities because they don’t have enough money to pay their IRS bill. Not a good idea. If you don’t file a return, you’ll ultimately make matters worse. The IRS assesses a failure-to-file penalty as well as one for not paying your bill. The fees are...
5 things you should never tell the insurance companySome words are red flags to insurers and using them could mean that your claim might be delayed or even denied. 1. “I Think …” Never begin a statement regarding a claim with these words. If you aren’t sure, don’t guess. What you say could cause your claim to be delayed or...
10 high paying jobs and minimal schooling requiredYou don’t have to go to college earn a decent living. Some professions pay good salaries without requiring post-secondary schooling. A college degree can be a great path towards a well-paying, satisfying profession, but a bachelor’s degree isn’t for everyone. In fact, some see advanced...