Category: Personal Finance

UNDERSTANDING YOURSELF What Millennials Ought To Know

(NAPSI)—If you are—or care about—a millennial, someone between the ages of 18 and 35, here’s something you may care to consider: Many millennial men—those age 26 and under—must register with the Selective Service. This applies to those native born and immigrants alike, regardless of status. What You Can Lose Failure to register is a violation Read More …

ARTS & CULTURE Preserving Appalachia

(NAPSI)—The mountains of eastern Kentucky are coal country, but in the small town of Whitesburg, there is a thriving arts community dedicated to protecting and preserving Appalachian history and culture. Residents have been documenting and celebrating life in Appalachia and rural America for almost 50 years. This, in turn, has revitalized Whitesburg’s economy and inspired Read More …

MANAGING YOUR MONEY Summer Break: A Good Time To Check Your Credit Report

(NAPSI)—School will be out soon and that means summer vacation planning for families. Before planning your vacation, financial experts recommend reviewing your finances by getting a FREE annual credit report from Equifax, Experian and/or TransUnion at www.annualcreditreport.com. One credit reporting agency survey showed that 72 percent of consumers spent more on their vacation than planned. Read More …

Power Is The Priority With An At-Home Office

(NAPSI)—According to the U.S. Census Bureau, a summary of trends indicates that 3.7 million employees now telecommute at least half of their work week. In fact, the number of work-at-home individuals who are not self-employed has grown by 103 percent since 2005. These work trends support an urgent need for undisrupted electricity in the home Read More …

BUSINESS NEWS AND NOTES Big Advice For The Smallest Businesses

(NAPSI)—While large enterprises may make the most headlines, it’s often the country’s smallest businesses that are providing jobs, fueling innovation and growing the economy. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, 62 percent of all U.S. businesses are microbusinesses, or businesses with fewer than 10 employees. These businesses also account for 75.3 percent of all Read More …