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Tag: recession
How Well Did We Predict 2010? What do You Think About 2011?
Last January, we made some bold predictions for how the economy would do in 2010. Here's how well we did in our assessments. What do you think will happen in 2011? Share your thoughts!
What To Do When Your Employer Cancels Health Insurance Benefits
More than a year ago, we were faced with a horrifying reality--the end of our company-sponsored health insurance and a baby on the way. Here are some of the options we considered.
Should Businesses Capitalize on Employee’s Fears?
As the economy continues to be sour, employers are using fear tactics more and more frequently. Here are a few reasons why it's a bad idea.
Mid-Week Links: Recession, Rental Taxes, and More!
I take a look a three recent posts on whether the recession is truly over, if renters should pay taxes, and investment options in your HSA account.
Weigh In: Is a 10% Tip Acceptable?
On last week’s tips for calculating your restaurant tip, Carol writes in the comments: Personally, I still think 10% is a good tip. A little more is nice if service is absolutely great. 20% may be a sign of the times when people wanted to look like big spenders for whatever reason. What an interesting … Continue reading Weigh In: Is a 10% Tip Acceptable?
Ideas for Vacations in a Bad Economy
The success of my last article on whether it was appropriate to take vacations in a bad economy tells me that people are worried, curious, and unsure of how to react to the increasingly bad economic news around us. If you've decided that vacations are not something you are willing to give up, regardless of … Continue reading Ideas for Vacations in a Bad Economy
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