Paying off debt may take some time, discipline, and lots of sacrifices. It requires you to let go of a certain lifestyle and spending patterns so that you can keep up with monthly bills and some extra savings for the rainy days. The good thing is, knowledge of financial literacy has recently come in handy … Read more
Homelessness in America has been steadily increasing in the past decade. According to HUD’s Point-in-time (PIT) count, it was recorded that 17 out of every 10,000 Americans were homeless on one night in January 2019. In 2020, the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic only exposed its awful severity. Bloomberg reported that while governors and mayors issued lockdowns across … Read more
Despite the many criticisms hurled against the gig economy, many members of the labor force still favor it against the traditional 9 to 5. This is understandable enough, especially if we are talking about millennials and their need for freedom. Yes, there are obvious benefits to be had from engaging in the gig economy. Flexibility proves … Read more
To prevent covid-19 from spreading further, plenty of companies have switched to remote work through the use of project management apps, videoconferencing systems, and other remote communication and collaboration tools. Companies that are still hiring have also switched to virtual job interviews instead of face-to-face interviews. For many job seekers, trying to communicate their brand … Read more
If you’re looking at starting a business this year, consider going for a franchise business. It has several benefits other than brand recognition that will help you become a successful business owner and get the best returns on your investment. 1. You have independence with people who are willing to guide you to success. … Read more
Since the Coronavirus pandemic forced the economy to shut down early last year, many people worldwide have been gravely affected. Companies have had to layoff workers, leaving many workers without a job and applying for unemployment benefits. Student loan debts were already at a high before the pandemic, which only served to worsen it. Mortgage … Read more
It may be the twentieth century, but there are still many who are living from paycheck to paycheck, research shows. It is not always easy to land a high-paying job or own a big business after graduating from high school or even college, but you have to start somewhere as they say. The good news is that … Read more
Data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed that one in every five fall incidents cause serious injuries such as head trauma and broken bones. Additionally, more than 800,00 people are treated in hospitals for fall injuries, while the overall medical costs shouldered by Medicaid and Medicare totaled over $50 billion. These … Read more
It can be exhilarating to go on an adventure. Nowadays, it usually involves going out into nature and experiencing some of its beauty through the thrill of adventure sports. Whether it is something tame like trail hiking to something pulse-pounding like rafting, it still brings a thrill to experience the unknown. But this brings up … Read more
Along with Germany and Japan, the United States is one of the top countries for aspiring entrepreneurs. The reasons are plenty. First, these are highly innovative countries providing a wealth of opportunities for people with new ideas. Second, they are countries with economic stability. As a result, local, regional, and national governments can provide tax relief … Read more