9 Tips On How to Prepare for a Recession
How likely is a recession? We're not sure, so it's best just to be prepared. But what steps can you take to be ready for the next economic downturn?
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Recession Proof Jobs 2023–Part II
In part two of our look at recession-proof jobs, we take a closer look at some ominous economic storm clouds ahead. Then we tell you about 10 more jobs that might help you weather the storm.
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10 Recession Proof Jobs for 2023
Which careers offer the best job security in the face of a rapidly changing labor landscape? Find out with a look at 10 jobs that are built to withstand economic downturn.
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Five Ways We’re Still Feeling the Effects of the Great Recession Today
The Great Recession was a financial crisis that gripped the world in late 2007 and held tight until roughly the summer of 2009. While this period of economic stagnation and decline was a global phenomenon, its impact was especially concentrated in the United States. Over a period of 18 months, one in every five American workers was laid off. This was a catastrophic period in the lives of many Americans. For the nation as a whole this period qualified as the worst economic meltdown since the Great Depression some 80 years prior. As we face down a growing threat of inflation, Congressional grappling over infrastructural needs, and a political landscape that is both sharply divided and marked by a far-reaching sense of economic discontent, this feels like a uniquely appropriate time to reflect on the Great Recession.
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Housing Market Data Revealed: The Cost of Buying a House Has Doubled in Just Two Years
For many middle-income Americans, the housing market is in trouble. The cost of buying a home has undergone a steep increase compared to just two years ago.
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Where can American Express cards be used?
American Express cards cater to high end clients. So why aren't they accepted everywhere? Find out why some merchants, and even some countries, may not accept your AmEx.
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30 Interesting Facts About the American Express Credit Card Company
Did you know that American Express can trace its history to the American Gold Rush of the 1850s? Read on for this and other fascinating facts about an iconic American company.
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What Chase Credit Card Is Easiest to Get?
Dreaming about a premium Chase card while having a negligible credit history is — mostly a dream. I also craved one recently when my creditworthiness plummeted due to my company’s recession. I needed to get back into the bank’s good books. However, it seemed impossible. Finally, my continuous research found out what Chase credit card […]
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The Current State of the Credit Card Industry
What does the latest data reveal about the credit card industry and the consumer experience using credit card accounts? We dug deep into credit card industry statistics to learn more about profitability in the industry, consumer credit card debt, and more.
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How Do Professional Sports Teams Impact The Local Economy?
Professional sports teams are enormously profitable, but do they help the local economies where they play? Well, sometimes but when it comes to publicly subsidized stadiums, taxpayers usually lose.
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Are Career Coaching Services Worth It?
Career coaching can help you take your career to the next level. But is it right for you? And is it worth the money? Read on for eight reasons why the answer may be yes!
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10 Ways to Level Up Your Career
Looking to take the next step in your career? Here are a few strategies for career development and advancement that you can apply to just about any profession. Good luck out there!
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Will the U.S. Stock Market Crash? October Has a Bad Track Record
With fears of a recession mounting, how worried should we be about a stock market crash? It's impossible to predict, but October has a pretty bad driving record.
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Institutional Investors (like BlackRock): Their Role in the Housing Market Crisis
Between a jump in the median home sales price amounting to $33,000 and soaring mortgage interest rates, the cost of buying a home in 2023 is twice what it was two years ago. Why are home prices through the roof in 2023? The simplest explanation of why homes for sale now cost so much is […]
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bear market
DEFINITION: The phrase “bear market” refers to economic conditions in which the stock market experiences an extended price slump. To qualify as a bear market, conventionally stocks must decline by 20 percent or more from their recent peak. Such market conditions are also accompanied by widespread pessimism and aversion to further risk-taking on the part […]
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How Interest Rate Hikes Impact Everyday Consumers
Federal interest rates are at a 20 year high. So what does that mean for you as a consumer? How will rising interest rates impact your spending, saving, and borrowing?
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How To Use OpenAI: 10 Ways That Real Companies Are Already Using ChatGPT
We've all heard about how artificial intelligence is going to transform the world of working. Well, it's already happening! Here are 10 ways that real businesses are already using ChatGPT in their everyday operations.
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