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An internship is not only an opportunity to learn and grow, but also to prove your value and worth as a future employee so that you might receive a job offer. Chances are that if things go well, the employer you’re interning with will be pleased to extend you a full-time offer when it comes time. By Cynthia Measom Small Business Spotlight 2022: Nominate Your Favorite Small BizFind: 22 Side Gigs That Can Make You Richer Than a Full-Time Job...

There are so many types of insurance out there — health insurance, car insurance, homeowners insurance, etc. — and it can be hard to figure out which coverages you actually need. Life insurance helps to ensure that any financial obligations are taken care of in the event that your dependents experience a loss of income due to your death — but do you need this type of insurance if you have no dependents?...

The hybrid workplace model seems like it’s here to stay, despite the brief “great office return,” which has been placed on pause due to the Delta variant surge. While it has been praised as a great benefactor to work-life balance, now some experts argue that the hybrid model might not be what employees want and that this is not a “one size fits all” situation. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: End of Unemployment Benefits Won’t Solve Labor Shortage — How Can Employers Adapt?...

Thanks to what’s known as the “pink tax,” women are routinely charged more than men across a number of categories including personal care products, personal care services, like haircuts, and clothing. And with inflation on the rise, it’s now more expensive than ever to be a woman. In this “Financially Savvy Female” column, we look at the rising costs women face, plus, how to stay on budget despite these increasing expenses....

Former Twitter CEO and CEO of Block (ex-Square) Jack Dorsey said that Bitcoin will replace the U.S. dollar, once again professing his “passion” for the crypto. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Twitter Stock Soars After CEO Jack Dorsey Announces He Will Step Down Find: Twitter Launches Crypto Dedicated Team — A Move That Could Make Digital Assets The Currency of the Internet Replying to a tweet from Cardi B asking, “Do you think crypto is going to replace the dollar?...

Big-box stores, restaurant groups, grocery stores and other big firms have generated substantial revenue over the past two years, some even making record profits. However, there is a growing sentiment that CEOs and other high-ranking executives are oftentimes the only ones to see any reward, while the majority of the labor force continues to work for minimum wage or barely above. By Josephine Nesbit See: 6 Bad Habits That Hike Up Your Grocery BillFind: Surprising Things You Can Buy With Food Stamps...

California residents pay by far the highest price for gasoline in the United States, and Gov. Gavin Newsom has signaled that he is ready to act on this particular issue. His solution? The governor has proposed a gas tax rebate to give drivers a little financial relief. By Vance Cariaga See: Would Pausing on Back to Office Plans Keep Gas Prices Down? Find: EVs Can Let You Avoid High Gas Prices, but Make Sure They Fit Your Lifestyle...

A good credit score is key to everything from renting an apartment to securing a loan, but there appear to be some misconceptions floating out there about what it takes to actually get one. By Nicole Spector According to a new Capital One survey, 53% of Gen Z believe that carrying a credit card balance each month increases their credit score. This is not true. “Carrying a balance on your credit cards each month not only does not increase your credit score, but in fact actually harms your credit score,” said Rachel Ehrlich, COO of Klutch....

By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: 27 Brilliant Concept Cars You Wish You Could DriveFind: Should You Refinance Now With the Low Mortgage Rates? This pushed Tesla CEO Elon Musk to throw some shade at Rivian via Twitter. Rivian shares were up 57% in their first two days on the Nasdaq. R.J. Scaringe, who founded Rivian in 2009, owns 17.6 million shares valued at $2.2 billion based on Thursday’s closing stock price of $122....

At the end of March, the U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved the SECURE Act 2.0 with bipartisan support, enabling the bill to be revised in the Senate before passing into law. The Senate’s version is with the Senate Finance Committee presently. By David Nadelle Discover: How Biden Is Impacting Social Security in 2022 More: 27 Ugly Truths About Retirement The Securing a Strong Retirement Act expands upon the original Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act of 2019....

SNAP is administered by the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS), providing food-purchasing assistance to low-income households. SNAP accounts are linked to EBT cards, which are loaded monthly with your benefit amount during your certification period. By Josephine Nesbit See: 10 Best Countries To Live on Just a Social Security CheckFind: The Minimum Salary You Need To Be Happy in Every State SNAP EBT cards are accepted at any SNAP-approved grocery store or retailer....

Social Security offices have been closed nationwide since March 2020, but the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that it plans to reopen offices in early April. However, there is currently no exact date when offices will reopen. By Josephine Nesbit Social Security Offices: How Can I Find One Near Me?Social Security Payment Schedule 2022: What Dates To Watch Out For Because of the pandemic, most Social Security services have only been available online, by phone and mail....

The next round of Social Security checks are scheduled to go out in early July. In May, the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) rose by 1.0% and the all items index increased 8.6% over the last 12 months. Rising inflation has pushed the Social Security cost-of-living increase to 5.9% for 2022, the largest in nearly 40 years. This increase went into effect on Jan. 1 for Social Security beneficiaries and Dec....

A few days following Elon Musk’s tweets about inflation and its impact on Tesla and SpaceX, the electric vehicle (EV) company hiked its prices in the U.S. and China. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Elon Musk Says He’s Not Selling His Cryptos, Briefly Sends Bitcoin, Ethereum and Doge Up Find: 25 Secrets Elon Musk and Every Other Rich Person Knows On March 14, Musk asked his followers, “What are your thoughts about probable inflation rate over next few years?...

The Society for Human Resource Management released a report this week with data that reveals just how expensive unfairness and a lack of empathy can be for U.S. organizations. By Josephine Nesbit See: What’s Causing the U.S. Labor Shortage? Take Our Poll Find: 10 Signs of a Toxic Workplace According to SHRM’s new report, racial inequity has cost organizations in the U.S. $172 billion over the past 5 years, with absenteeism impacting American businesses to the tune of $54....

In the wake of an unprecedented wave of sanctions on Russia, a company has launched a new screening tool to help members of the crypto ecosystem who wish to be alerted when sanctioned crypto addresses are engaging with their platforms, including addresses linked to newly sanctioned Russian designated individuals and entities. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Biden Urges Businesses to Harden Cybersecurity as ‘Evolving’ Intelligence on Russia Suggests Cyberattack Risk Find: 5 Crypto Scams Investors Should Be Aware Of...

One of the better features of credit cards is their convenience while traveling — a widely accepted credit card is probably the easiest way to pay for meals, hotels and other necessities while away from home, and a rewards program will ease the cost. By Thomas Streissguth Travel Credit Earning Points Other Rewards Fees and Terms In the case of the , a travel card can even help fund your trip....

The startup investing market is booming. However, until recently, most people couldn’t invest in these companies. In particular, it was only after the United States passed the JOBS act that such investments became possible for non-accredited investors. By Joshua Rodriguez Startups To Invest In Learn: 5 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000 With startup investing now available to everyone and hit television shows like Shark Tank showing millions of viewers how fruitful these investments can be, it makes sense that startup investing is taking the retail world by storm....

No matter your age, you might feel like you’re falling behind financially and missing the mark of where you’re supposed to be at your particular stage of life — but “supposed to be” is different for everyone. The good news is, there are a few universal financial milestones that just about anyone should aim for if they care about funding a full life and an independent retirement. Here are a few of the big ones....

To help California residents battle inflation, the state started sending Middle-Class Tax Refund (MCTR) payments early October. However, some residents are still waiting for the one-time payments, and the state has just issued new guidance as to when they will receive them. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy Have Any $200 Quarters Lying Around? It’s Worth Checking Your Spare ChangeLook: If Your Credit Score Is Under 740, Make These 4 Moves Now “Middle-Class Tax Refund payments have been sent out to Californians to help with the high price of gas and cost of living....