Happy Halloween Untemplaters! This is one of my favorite holidays because we all get a chance to be totally silly and show off some creativity with ridiculous and funny costumes. It's also a thrill watching scary movies in the dark, pranking friends, and of course munching on all sorts of candy especially when it's free. I almost got hooked on eating candy corn this year, but … [Read more...]
How To Ask For A Raise In 10 Easy Steps
It's that time of year again for writing self appraisals and sitting down for your formal annual review. And I bet a lot of you are feeling rather unsettled thinking about how to ask for a raise. Unlike a lot of people who dread thinking about salaries and the year end process, I actually really enjoy this time of year. It's a time for reflection, a time for looking forward, … [Read more...]
Understanding Insurance Benefits During Open Enrollment Season
It's open enrollment time again for next year's insurance benefits. This checklist will help you with understanding insurance benefits offered by your employer. With insurance costs rising and benefits falling, we need to be diligent about reviewing policies and shopping around to save. Your company's insurance benefits have real value that is calculated as part of your … [Read more...]
Will Federal Unemployment Benefits Be Extended?
Unless Congress passes legislation to extend federal unemployment benefits in 2013, no unemployed person will be eligible for more than 26 weeks of state maximum unemployment benefits. Gone will be the days of 99 weeks of unemployment benefits or even the proposed "Shock & Awe Yeah" program that provides five years of insurance. Once January 1, 2013 hits, millions who … [Read more...]
Stay Protected With The Right Car Insurance
Remember when you were a teenager and you couldn't wait to get your first car? All you could think about was the freedom you'd have and how much cooler you'd be at school once you had wheels. You were probably so excited about getting those keys to your new ride that searching for a solid car insurance policy never even crossed your mind. Maybe your parents were able to add … [Read more...]