As temperatures climb, many workers are stocking up on sunscreen and booking summer travel. A recent Accountemps survey found nearly six in 10 workers (58%) save their vacation time for June, July and August, and respondents plan to take an average of 10 days off this summer.
This can put…
Most Americans will enjoy the long Memorial Day weekend as a time to relax, and maybe get together with friends and family. That’s fine – by all means enjoy the start of summer. But remember why it’s called “Memorial Day”, and remember those who sacrificed their very lives so…
It’s easier than ever to create an outdoor oasis that’s an extension of your home, and this summer’s biggest trend is creating a backyard space that is as comfortable as your indoor one. Design styles like bright and bold BoHo and Scandinavian minimalism are heading outside, according…
Memorial Day is coming right up next Monday, May 27.
This is the day to remember America’s war dead – those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
However, the exact origin of Memorial Day in the U.S. is a
subject of some debate.
Some believe that an annual cemetery decoration…
The unemployment rate for foreign-born persons in the United States was 3.5 percent in 2018, down from 4.1 percent in 2017, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports.
The jobless rate of native-born persons was 4.0 percent in
2018, down from 4.4 percent…
While the average new car on the road today costs nearly $37,000, there are still plenty of vehicle options available at a more affordable price that don’t sacrifice comfort and style.
The expert editors at Kelley Blue Book name the 10
Coolest New Cars Under $20…
When it comes to getting along, Northwest drivers and cyclists share a reputation for being at odds. According to the latest Northwest Poll from PEMCO Insurance, those tensions aren’t just a generalization – the poll confirms that more than half of Washington and Oregon commuters agree that cars and bikes…
Most of us Americans could stand to lose a few pounds, (if we’re being perfectly honest). Yet, if you travel around the country it seems that some places have lots of fit and healthy-looking people, while others have more of the type who could stand to lose a…
According to a new survey released by real estate site Zolo, North American home buyers view an average of 19 homes and spend an average of 124 hours to find a home.
How much time is spent in the homes listed for sale?
According to recent Zolo survey …
When it comes to Social Security, there is a lot that America’s workers nearing retirement don’t know, according to the results of a survey from insurer Nationwide.
Future retirees expect to receive $1,805 a month
in Social Security benefits, but retirees currently collecting Social Security…