Personal Finance

Remote working during the pandemic appeared to have benefited executives more while many employees expressed discontent about their work-life balance, according to a survey conducted by Economist Impact. Only 25% of employees said they felt a positive impact to their productivity levels as they worked from home during the first 18 months of the pandemic. Less… Continue reading Remote Working Benefited Bosses Over Workers: Survey

Subscription boxes have been all the rage since the pandemic began. After all, who wouldn’t love a box of surprise treats delivered straight to their door monthly? Whether it’s wine, snacks, or even dog toys for your furry friend’s amusement, there’s a subscription box for every age, gender, taste (and species, while we’re at it!)… Continue reading 10 Fun Subscription Boxes for Valentine’s Day

Workers are quitting—or at least changing jobs. Here are the states where it’s happening most. Workers are quitting—or at least changing jobs. Here are the states where it’s happening most. American workers quit their jobs in record numbers last year. By the end of November 2021, 4.5 million workers had quit, topping the record for… Continue reading The States Where the Most Workers Are Quitting Their Jobs

While the push for better work-life balance has been steadily gaining steam over the last decade, the pandemic is what cemented this priority for many. Nearly 40% of white-collar, or knowledge workers named work-life balance above salary as the most important element of a job, a study from finance startup for freelancers Paro found. 29%… Continue reading Is Work Flexibility More Important than Salary?

Although February is the shortest month of the year, it is packed with plenty of great sales. From Valentine’s Day deals to Heart Health Month, it’s easy to love the best buys in February. Tax help: The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program (VITA) offers both in-person and remote tax assistance at no charge, with a special… Continue reading The Best Things to Buy in February

After a long day of work or activity, or just after a long day of anything, sliding into an inviting hot tub can help relieve tension. But if the thought of buying a hot tub makes your wallet tense up, there’s an alternative to the traditional (and expensive) hard-sided hot tubs. Inflatable hot tubs are… Continue reading Best Inflatable Hot Tubs of 2022

There are a number of different 1099 forms that report types of payments you may receive throughout the year. Shutterstock/TS There are a number of different 1099 forms that report types of payments you may receive throughout the year. For information on the third coronavirus relief package, please visit our “American Rescue Plan: What Does… Continue reading What is an IRS 1099 form?

You’ve just stepped into the world of entrepreneurship. Whether you opened your own online boutique, began freelancing your graphic design skills, or drove for a ride-share company, you have a variety of tax implications to consider – and some of them can slim down your tax bill. Get every dollar you deserve with unlimited tax… Continue reading Self-employed tax guide: everything you need to know