401K: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly Alternative
The 410K has been a glimmer of hope to the vast majority of employees yet throughout its existence, it has provided very little benefit to retirees and their family.
Aug 17, 2015 4:04 AM EDT
Down Under: Gender pay gap is widest in Western Australia
It is an agony for most of the working women to receive wages far lower than men. Gender should not be an excuse since most of the men's work can now be done by women.
Set yourself free: How to stay away from the college debt row
Forbes took to college financing guru Mark Kantrowitz for advice on how to curb student loans - some easy ways are knowing the different types of student loans, reduce costs, and not to over-borrow.
3% annual pay raise is the new norm - Towers Watson
Base pay raises in the United States are projected to be at 3% on average in 2016. Although that is the same as this year, the number of employers giving salary increases is rising.
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Going back to school is expensive to both parents and teachers: study
Not only parents are looking for ways to save on back to school shopping. Survey says that teachers are also looking for discounts on school supplies as they are spending their own money for their school needs.
Aug 13, 2015 11:36 PM EDT
Funding Circle lines up $1B funding for small business lending globally
Funding Circle is prodiving hassle-free funding to small business units at low cost of borrowing globally. It also offers risk management solutions to the entrepreeurs. It has already surpassed $1-bn mark in lending and decided to lend 1-bn funds to small businesses.
Aug 13, 2015 4:40 AM EDT
Judge Rules NYC Responsible Banking Act Unconstitutional as it Conflicts with Existing Federal and State Statutes
Responsible Banking Act that sought to be socially responsible to their low-income neighborhoods was deemed unconstitutional by the federal court.
Aug 12, 2015 11:03 PM EDT
These are the US cities with higher wage growth than the national average
The recovery in the US economy is creating more jobs, thus increasing the demand for manpower and pushing the wages upwards. Some cities are registering over 4% wage growth.
Aug 11, 2015 10:52 PM EDT
7 US Companies with Amazing Benefits for Parents
Offering parental leave benefits are a way to retain and attract the best talents for these companies. Here are some of US companies that take work-life seriously.
Aug 11, 2015 1:34 AM EDT
Democratic hopeful Hillary Clinton to propose a college affordability program worth $350B
Hillary Clinton will propose an affordable educational program that will help students to repay their dues, will grant free education to some and will lessen the expenses of educational institutions.
Aug 11, 2015 1:20 AM EDT
Returns on US Public Pensions drop to worst since 2012
The bleak performance in the global stock markets had impacted the returns on US pension funds and bonds.
Aug 09, 2015 11:45 PM EDT
JPMorgan just made it easier to borrow $3 million for a home loan
Applying for a home loan of up to $3 million seems to be a lot easier with J.P. Morgan. Manageable requirements allow borrowers to get their dream house. With the company's new policy, they will be able to provide high-quality customers with better loan terms.
Aug 06, 2015 2:52 AM EDT
Citibank Under Investigation: CFPB Probes Student Loan Services
Citibank admits being under investigation for student loan practices. CFPB refuses to comment regarding the investigation.
Aug 06, 2015 12:00 AM EDT
Your network is equal to your net worth: Soon, Facebook can approve loans based on your friends' credit scores
Facebook patented a social network system that will filter searches, spam and will grant service providers like lenders to approve your loan application through your Facebook friends' credit scores.
Aug 05, 2015 11:00 AM EDT
Look forward to your retirement: Some tips on how to retire smarter
Retirement can be a dreaded time for some but with smart decisions, it can be a relaxing time to look back on your life and simply enjoy.
Aug 05, 2015 10:52 AM EDT
Americans saving more, but not for retirement
Americans are saving more today. But instead of saving for retirement, an average household is setting aside money for unexpected expenses, according to a recent study.
Jul 30, 2015 10:57 PM EDT