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  1. Does a HELOC Make Sense for You?
    A Home Equity Line of Credit, commonly known as a HELOC, can be a savvy financial tool when used wisely.
  2. Borrowing from your 401(k) plan can be helpful in accessing funds when you need it - here's what to know
    A 401(k) loan allows you to borrow money from your retirement account and repay it within five years, with interest. A 401(k) loan isn't the same as a withdrawal, but there are still specific rules to follow. Any funds borrowed through a 401(k) loan won't grow, so you should borrow funds only as a last resort. Visit In
  3. What to Ask Before Hiring a Financial Advisor
    What You Need to Know Before Hiring a Financial Advisor It's no secret the blogosphere tends to hold financial advisors in contempt. The money blog movement is steeped in DIY gumption that does not lend itself well to seeking outside help. Additionally, even though bloggers won't admit it, at some subconscious level th
  4. 5 Financial Lessons Learned During The Pandemic
    As the world continues to struggle with the financial and economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s no question that it has served as a financial wake-up call for many. Even those who will emerge relatively unscathed from a financial perspective have not escaped the worry and anxiety that accompanies living th
  5. Cash In on Your Home Equity
    For the nearly two-thirds of Americans who own a home, tapping into home equity can be an affordable and flexible way to borrow money. Of the two
  6. Cybersecurity in the age of information warfare and IoT
    Organisations need to be forward-focused and prepare for emerging cybersecurity threats     Phishing attacks doubled in 2018 to top 482 million attempts, malware attacks attained a record high of USD10.52 billion, and 94 per cent of enterprises will use the Internet of Things by the end of 2021. The buzz is real, the
  7. Employee financial stress: How to recognize and address this growing workplace problem
    Employers are starting to realize the impact of employee financial stress, for good reason — there is a direct correlation between the economic health of employees and the companies they work for. Since nearly 60 percent of employees in the U. S. say they are financially stressed—more than all other life stressors comb
  8. Federal vs. private student loans: How to choose (and why it matters)
    Investing in yourself is money well-spent, as it can lead to personal growth and the potential to increase your income with honed skills and new degrees. But how do you plan to finance it?
  9. Trump’s Tariffs: Four Things Small Businesses Can Do Now To Survive
    New tariffs on imported goods could have a negative impact on small businesses. If your business relies on foreign-made products and parts, here are some ways to mitigate the potential effects
  10. How AI Is Transforming Work And Enhancing Labor Sustainability Reporting
    As AI reshapes the landscape of work, it also presents an opportunity to revolutionize sustainability reporting on how we report and improve labor conditions globally.