If you looked at the typical American worker’s retirement account right now, you probably wouldn’t find much. The median retirement savings for all working-age Americans is just $955, according to a recent report by the National Institute on Retirement Security (NIRS). The figure includes workers aged 21 to 64, counting those with zero savings. For … Read more
The tax calendar often feels like a one-way street. However, for a few months each year, the IRS leaves a door open to the past. There’s a little-known time window, from Jan. 1 until April 15, during which it’s not too late to influence your 2025 tax return. This isn’t a loophole; it is a … Read more
Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Learning how to make money from home starts with choosing a career path that fits your skills and interests. From there, narrowing your focus to career fields that actually offer work-from-home (WFH) jobs can make the process much easier and help you avoid endlessly scrolling through job … Read more
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It’s no secret that a diet heavy in sugary snacks and pre-packaged meals isn’t healthy for anyone. But new research suggests the stakes are even higher for those with a cancer diagnosis. Consuming high amounts of ultra-processed foods is linked to a higher risk of death among long-term cancer survivors, according to a study published … Read more
Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Monster. New Monster research shows that even in an era of remote work, Slack messages, and heightened professionalism, the workplace remains a deeply human environment. More than half of U.S. workers say they’ve had a crush at work, and 1 in 3 has been involved in a workplace … Read more
For decades, the standard American financial blueprint was simple: get a good job, work hard, and live off the salary. But that foundation is cracking. Today, a single primary paycheck is increasingly insufficient to cover the rising costs of modern life. A recent national survey from MyPerfectResume reveals a stark shift in the American workforce. … Read more
Most of us treat estate planning like a trip to the dentist: We know it’s necessary, but we’ll find any excuse to put it off. Maybe you think you’re not rich enough to need a plan, or perhaps you’re convinced that a quick DIY will from the internet has you covered. Here’s the cold, hard … Read more