Month: February 2023

How to Get Your Social Security Benefit Statement for Taxes

Social Security recipients can’t file their taxes without this form. Here’s how to get a copy of yours.

6 Ways We’re Keeping Our Grocery Budget Low — Without Using Coupons

So, I figure it’s high time I let you in on something that’s changed for us this past year. Some of you have probably already guessed this was the case. Some of you might be shocked and disappointed. But regardless, I need to come clean about it. Because I don’t want you to assume somethingRead More

Wealth And The Trust In God Conflict

For Christians a conflict often arises between our trust in God and our trusting in ourselves and our wealth. How can we keep the focus on God?

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How to Become a Virtual Assistant

Lots of people dream of working from home. Others want to find some sort of side venture to earn extra money that will fit well with either their current job or their lifestyle. There’s a way to roll all those benefits into one package, and that’s by becoming a virtual assistant. If you currently hold […]

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The 15 Most Unionized Occupations in 2022

Deregulation decreases the strength of unions, but there have been some recent union victories.

Preparing financially for a job search

Looking for a new job is a multi-faceted process. I’ve discussed many aspects of career-building that apply even if you are just trying to keep a job you already have. But laying the groundwork for a successful job search is about more than just your reputation. A job search can take months — in some cases, up to a year or more — so it is very important to be prepared financially before you start to look.

How to prepare financially for a job search

1: Beef up your emergency savings

To cover the gap between your last paycheck at your old job and your first paycheck at your new job, it is a good idea to beef up your savings. There are many reasons this could be the case: You may need to relocate for your new job, you may find it difficult to time your start and end dates, or you may be laid off or terminated before you can line something else up. These challenges can have a ripple effect on your finances.

For example, if your new job will require that you relocate, your significant other may also need to leave their current job. If you are the primary breadwinner in your family (or you are single) then having a gap in your income can have a major impact on your life. This is especially the case if you are living paycheck to paycheck.<

Where is the Castle from The Royal Treatment? And is Lavania a Real Place?

Have you heard about the latest rom com mega hit? Reaching the number 1 spot on Netflix the week of its release (January 20, 2022), The Royal Treatment has all the makings for the perfect common day fairy tale. Featuring a classic unlikely romance, oodles of breathtaking scenery and a spectacular castle fit for a […]

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An Arch Digest-Worthy, Dog Friendly Apartment Awaits in Greenwich Village

At 70 East 10th Street in Greenwich Village, just a short walk from Washington Square, lies the Stewart House: a full-service luxury building with concierge, doorman and quite a few notable amenities. In it, there’s this perfectly appointed, turnkey apartment that recently hit the market and is seeking new owners, ones that will appreciate its […]

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How Does a Stock Rise/Fall 20% in a Day?

Many people are asking, “How can such established companies grow or shrink by so much, so quickly? Surely this is a sign of manipulation!”