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November 18, 2019 

Young Americans and Parents Sacrifice More to Make Rent

As rents continue to steadily rise across the U.S., about a quarter of rentersi say affording their rent payments is difficult or very difficult. To make ends meet, two-thirds of those renters make at least one financial sacrifice to afford their home, and half wouldn’t be able to afford an unexpected $1,000 expense, according to...…

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November 13, 2019 

Bah Humbug: Holiday Gift Giving Causes Unwanted Pressure

In order to save money, more than 2 in 5 (41%) gift-givers are willing to resort to gift-giving taboos, including 38 million (16%) who would be willing to boycott the tradition altogether. Additionally, nearly one-quarter (24%) are willing to regift ...

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November 6, 2019 

401(k) Contribution Limit Increased to $19,500 for 2020

Taxpayers can deduct contributions to a traditional IRA if they meet certain conditions. If during the year either the taxpayer or his or her spouse was covered by a retirement plan at work, the deduction may be reduced, or phased out, until it is ...

Worst Commutes 2019

November 5, 2019 

The Worst 5 Cities for Commuting to Work in 2019

Are employees stressed out before they even arrive to the office? In a new survey from global staffing firm Robert Half, half of professionals (50%) said traveling to and from work is stressful.

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October 30, 2019 

Health Insurance Open Enrollment Season: 5 Questions to Ask

The AICPA’s 360 Degrees of Financial Literacy program is urging Americans to take this opportunity to carefully review their family’s financial situation and insurance options to pick out the best coverage plan for their household.

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October 28, 2019 

90% of Professionals Report Going to Work When Sick

Are coworkers literally making each other sick? In new research from global staffing firm Accountemps, 90% of professionals admitted they've at least sometimes come to the office with cold or flu symptoms.

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October 24, 2019 

The Tax Benefits of EFTPS for Small Businesses

Many employers outsource to third-party payroll service providers some or all their payroll and related tax duties, such as tax withholding, reporting and making tax deposits. Third-party payroll service providers can help assure filing deadlines and ...