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Laid Off? What To Do Before Plunging Into The Job Search

Posted 19 weeks 2 days ago by Julie Rains

Personal Finance, Career and Income

rollercoaster just before it plunges

Your company has announced a soon-to-come layoff or you’ve been escorted out of the door. What’s next? What should you do…before updating your résumé, tapping into your professional network, and looking for a job? (Those of you who are considering career changes may also find this guide useful).

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Health Insurance Costs Too High? Alternative Not Pretty

Posted 49 weeks 1 day ago by Amy B. Scher

Lifestyle

I hear this argument over and over and it's one of the things I'll debate until I'm blue in the face. "Health insurance is too expensive." Ok, I have to agree. But, at the age of 25 (I know, I know…people aren't supposed to get sick that young) I was diagnosed with a chronic illness and will stand behind my statement that "being sick is way more expensive than health insurance." No way around it.

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