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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 04:04 AM EDT


Some Essentials in Building an Investment Portfolio

The market may be volatile but there are steps to make a solid portfolio that's not only profitable but one that also gives you peace of mind.

Aug 17, 2015 05:07 AM EDT


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.

Aug 14, 2015 04:06 AM EDT


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


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.

Aug 14, 2015 03:34 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


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 04:40 AM EDT


Columbus, Ohio, San Francisco among top cities with high wage growth

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 01:34 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 01:20 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 02:52 AM EDT


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