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Should I Return the Unemployment Benefit Money? What Every Beneficiary Should Know

Many people in the United States have received unemployment benefits in recent years, but there is often confusion about whether this money needs to be paid back. Here’s what you need t...

How to Budget Properly During a Job Furlough

A government shutdown that started on October 1 has forced over 700,000 federal workers into furlough. This means they’re not getting paid right now, but they haven’t lost their jobs. Another group of government em...

Maximizing Your Career and Savings: Essential Strategies for Older Professionals

Today, more people over 65 are staying in the workforce than ever before—almost 3 million more than a decade ago. However, only 28% of Baby Boomers aged 60 to 67 have enough retirement sa...

The 10 Highest-Paying Jobs in the United States

A recent study of salaries in the United States shows that there are many high-paying jobs across different industries and cities—not just for celebrities or company leaders. In fact, about 1 in every 127 jobs in the ...

Deciding to Quit: A Guide to Making the Right Move and Finding Your Next Opportunity

Thinking about quitting your job but don't have another one waiting for you? It's a big step that needs careful thought. Sometimes, the reasons to leave are strong enough, and it he...

Will AI Affect Your Job? Not Really — In Fact, It's Creating More Opportunities

As concerns grow about whether Artificial Intelligence (AI) might take away jobs, the actual trend shows a very different picture. AI isn't eliminating jobs on a large scale; instead, it&#...

5 Profitable AI-Enhanced Side Jobs You Can Begin This Weekend

As more jobs are automated, many people are worried about their future. Interestingly, the same AI technology that's feared for taking jobs is also opening up new opportunities for extra income. Nowadays, ...

Entry-Level Jobs Still Exist, But The Skills Needed For Them Have Changed

For years, we’ve heard concerns about entry-level jobs disappearing, but what if that’s not entirely accurate? What if these jobs still exist, but we simply aren’t preparing people w...

Why You Might Consider a Side Gig in 2025

As the job market continues to evolve rapidly, many Americans are choosing freelancing and side gigs to earn extra income.  With full-time jobs becoming less secure, working as a freelancer provides more autonomy and allows ...