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Companies are increasingly welcoming back former employees, referred to as boomerang employees.

Can You Earn More as a Boomerang Employee?

What is a boomerang employee and is it beneficial? A new hiring trend has emerged, and it’s reshaping the way both employers and employees perceive professional relationships. Companies are increasingly welcoming back former employees, so called boomerang employees, recognizing the value they bring with the skills and experiences acquired while away. Today, more than a […]

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Having an emergency savings fund is crucial for managing unexpected expenses, but what if you've already depleted it? If that happens, you have alternatives.

Depleted Your Emergency Fund? Here’s Your Next Promising Option

Life is unpredictable, and financial emergencies can strike when least expected. Having an emergency savings fund is crucial for managing unexpected expenses, but what if you’ve already depleted it? If that happens, you have alternatives. This guide delves into the next best steps you can take when you’ve run out of your emergency fund. Reassess […]

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If you have an irregular income, creating a budget that works for you is essential.

How to Budget When You Have a Fluctuating Income

Managing personal finances is difficult for many Americans. About 35% of Americans reported that they are in the most debt of their lives, according to a Harris Poll of 2,740 U.S. adults. The average American in 2023 carries $21,800 in personal debt. Sticking to a budget and keeping debt low can be especially challenging when […]

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Getting engaged can be one of the most exciting times in a person’s life

Should You Use a Personal Loan for an Engagement Ring?

Consider the pros and cons of a personal loan for an engagement ring. Getting engaged is one of the most exciting times in a person’s life. There’s a lot that goes into planning an engagement, but one of the most significant aspects is selecting the engagement ring. While there are a lot more affordable options […]

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Helpful ways for how you can pay off your loan faster.

Paying Off a Personal Loan: How to Do It Faster

If paying off a personal loan is on your 2023 to-do list, you’re in the right place. Whether you took out a personal loan for a home repair that couldn’t wait, an emergency bill that needed to be paid ASAP, or for other unexpected expenses, you can pay it off sooner if you make some […]

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A mystery shopper is hired to shop at a store and report back on the experience

Is Mystery Shopping a Good Side Gig?

Discover whether mystery shopping is right for you. There are many ways to earn money on the side to help fund expenses, cover bills, and pay off debt faster. However, some side gigs require you to own a car, purchase expensive equipment, or have a certain skillset. Mystery shopping is a good side gig because […]

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Researching Credit Agencies and how they work.

3 Side Gigs That Can Earn You More Than Full-Time Work

Consider these side gigs if you’re struggling at your full-time job. Working a full-time job can be challenging for many reasons. It can be difficult to get promoted, to get past a salary cap, to have a work-life balance, to raise children, and so on. For some, a full-time job can prevent them from doing […]

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Self Empowerment through financial security

How to Pay the Bills When You Are Making Minimum Wage

Ways you can pay your bills and reach financial goals while making minimum wage. Living off the minimum wage is challenging, especially if you have a one-income household. As of May 2021 the federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour. It has not been raised in over 10 years, according to the Economy Policy Institute. […]

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