When it comes to the workplace, one thing employees always seem hesitant to do is ask for a raise. And it’s understandable, as such a conversation can be very awkward and uncomfortable. Especially if you’re the type that doesn’t like confrontation, this is one conversation you might be pushing off. You really should fight that…
When someone else’s negligence is the direct cause of a physical injury, it’s natural to want them to pay for any related medical expenses, time off from work, and even the emotional scars it may have left. If you’ve never been through this before, figuring out what to do can be overwhelming and a bit…
Stocks can seem as confusing as differential calculus.If you have money to invest, but you’re not learning how and where to do so, then you’re probably wasting valuable resources that could help you grow your nest egg or save for your children’s future. And you don’t want to do that.This piece is merely a starting…
Do you love the freedom of traveling, but hate the cost?Do you stay home because you think you don’t have the money to purchase plane tickets?It doesn’t have to be like that.With these tips from travel insider John Kamal, of iplantravelcanada.com, you’ll be able to hit the skies without blowing your budget.How to Find Cheaper…
Most people who end up in debt get there for different reasons. However, once you decide that you are tired of the bondage and uncertainty that comes with owing others money, it’s time to make a debt reduction plan that works for you. As you decide how to proceed, here are some tips to keep…
January is a popular month for setting new financial goals for the year. But, as many of us have learned over the years, we’re likely only setting ourselves up for failure during the beginning of the year.It’s not that we don’t see the need to improve our spending habits, be more consistent with savings, or…
As unemployment drops and the demand for workers continues to increase, the ball is in the employee’s court to attract potential employees. Companies in similar industries are increasingly competing amongst each other for the best-qualified applicants — even to the point of courting people before they’ve moved on from their current jobs. With comparable positions…
We all know in theory that brown bagging is a great way to save money and eat a bit healthier. However, for a lot of us, it’s hard to find the motivation and energy to pack a lunch, especially if it’s going to be the same old ham and cheese on wheat every day. Before…
The same walls.The same floor.The same stinking everything!You’re sick of looking at it. You want out. Now.But moving to your dream home isn’t an option.So what do you do? You can’t stay miserable, but you CAN change your perspective. That doesn’t mean accepting where you are; it means accepting that you can change things for…
I’m a sucker for a good deal and feel proud when I avoid spending money I don’t have to. More than once, I’ve let eagerness to save money lead me to do things that eat up any perceived savings, and then some. I learn from my mistakes, but it’s even better to avoid these pitfalls…
