Have you ever wondered what happened to the station wagon and the light-duty pickup truck? Not very long ago, these two types of vehicles were beloved haulers for families, and the ride of choice for the workingman on a budget. But these days, the only station wagons and compact pickup trucks you see tend to […]
It’s been a frustrating couple of years; my husband works hard, only to have difficulty finding a full-time job. This frustration was once again brought to the front this summer, when he was passed over for a job because his union-required pay (based on his experience) was higher than the budget for the position. It’s […]
As summer winds down, we enter the fall season of cooler temperatures, apple cider, and Sunday afternoons watching the All-American Pastime. Many football fans prepare to set up their rosters, complete their drafts, and participate in a sport of their own. Fantasy football, a game of statistics in which participants bet on a virtual team […]
Whether you agree or disagree with the Affordable Care Act (more commonly known as Obamacare), one important provision of the Act will officially begin on October 1, 2013. As of that date, individuals may purchase insurance through the ACA’s Health Insurance Exchange (HIX). Here’s a basic introduction to what you can expect through this new […]
Auto sales statistics in the last several years have revealed an alarming trend: millenials, the youngest adult generation, aren’t buying. Only 12% of the auto sales in 2012 were attributed to them. Since automotive companies’ strategies have always been to appeal to young drivers, securing their loyalty to a particular brand at a young age, […]
The world of banking has come a long way since the original days of brick-and-mortar establishments. It’s now possible to do your banking from the comfort of your home, potentially without ever stepping foot into a bank. Although it seems as if banking technology couldn’t evolve any farther than ATMs, online banking, and mobile banking […]
