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3 Ways to Save on Insurance in 2024
Paying for insurance can be expensive -- especially in today's environment. In fact, the cost of a homeowners policy has
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4 things that might explain the labor shortage hitting the reopening American economy
9.7 million people are actively seeking work, but businesses are reporting major labor shortages. The New York Times reported on four reasons that might account for that disconnect. These include jobless benefits disincentivizing people to work and pandemic health concerns. See more stories on Insider's business page.
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Coronavirus Withdrawals From An IRA Or 401(k): Who Can, And Should, Tap Retirement Accounts?
Part of the CARES Act allowed individuals to tap IRAs or 401(k) retirement plans if they were impacted by the coronavirus and needed cash. The law permits withdrawals up to $100,000 (or the account balance, if lesser), without penalty. The funds can be paid back, though it’s optional. For struggling business owners and
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Creative Ways E-Commerce Businesses Are Maintaining Sales During The Pandemic
While some retailers have been able to maintain, or even increase, sales during the pandemic, majority of businesses have not been so fortunate. Companies selling essentials, such as groceries, healthcare items, home workout equipment, and of course hand sanitizers and cleaning supplies, have been maintaining business
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How to Determine the Right Mix of Benefits and Compensation for Your Staff
At this time of year, you’re likely starting your year-end budget review and planning for FY 2020. Expenses, group benefits, and employee compensation may all be a big part of the conversation as you look for areas to control costs or trim spending. If your health insurance renewal is at year end, then Open Enrollment
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I changed my travel plans because of COVID-19, but there are 3 reasons I'm not changing a single thing about my investment strategy
I was scheduled to travel to Germany from DC during the first week of March and had been looking forward to the two-week trip. I thought the European
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The Impact of Private Equity on the Franchise Industry
The capital infusion private equity brings to the franchise industry is an exciting way to grow for many brands, so long as they’re willing to open themselves up to outside influence. The relationship between franchising and private equity is a complex one that only continues to pick up steam in our industry. As more a
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Here’s What Couples Need to Know About Merging Finances
Personal finances embody deeply rooted emotional characteristics that shape one’s behavior toward their money. It’s important to remember that when sharing finances with a significant other, it’s not a one-size-fits all kind of deal. Individual emotions, trauma and beliefs around money will differ from person-to-person
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5 Things You Need to Know About Health Savings Accounts
With healthcare growing more expensive by the minute, many working Americans and retirees alike are grappling with costly medical bills.
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3 steps to greater FSA/HSA participation
The rapid spread of COVID-19 has emerged as one of the biggest health crises of our time, with plenty of uncertainty still to come. In response, many American families have turned to self-funded health care benefits like flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) to purchase over-the-counter m