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(StatePoint) If you’ve been working remotely for months, you’re likely long overdue for a home office upgrade. Having the right tools can make working from home easier and less stressful.
(NewsUSA) - Research repeatedly shows that a diverse workforce is good for business. Employees' varied backgrounds and perspectives help companies propel innovation, attract new customers, and drive higher profits. But workforce diversity also has an important impact on a business' customers.
(BPT) - Many U.S. businesses have been idling since the first quarter of this year — they’re still running, but due to closings, reduced demand and an atmosphere of uncertainty, they haven’t gained the traction they had originally planned or projected to experience this year.
(BPT) - When the novel coronavirus outbreak impacted nearly every business across the globe, companies turned straight to their values to steer their response. A company’s mission and promise replaced the next product launch. Involvement in the community mattered more than the next earnings …
(BPT) - During the COVID-19 pandemic, consumers are more willing than business executives to impose short-term economic pain for long-term gain, as trust in the government’s ability to make the world a better place has taken a plunge, as has environmental concerns.
(NewsUSA) - Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, or perhaps because of it, now more than ever consumers want to plan for a stable financial future, which means increased demand for qualified financial professionals.
(BPT) - On Jan. 1, 2020, the world welcomed the beginning of a new year with open arms. Little did we know of the challenges to come and the eagerness to leave 2020 in the dust.
(StatePoint) The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed how business gets done. And when it comes to midsized and small businesses, the importance of investing in new technology, facilitating remote work and maintaining a tech-savvy workforce has never been so clear, according to a new survey.
(StatePoint) Amid the historic coronavirus pandemic, businesses are adapting by making major changes to their operations, including increased use of technology, according to the latest PNC semi-annual survey of small and mid-size business owners and executives, which concluded Sept. 8.
(BPT) - Hundreds of millions of people have sheltered in place as governments issue executive orders to help slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). As a result, many homes are becoming a fortress against the virus, a makeshift school, an office outpost and a daycare facility. As home…
(NewsUSA) - The COVID-19 pandemic has shattered many preconceived notions about careers and technology. In particular, demand for transportation technicians is surging as the government has declared transportation technicians (mechanics) to be essential workers.
(BPT) - A stylish and inviting atmosphere plays an important role in the overall mood and productivity of a company’s employees. It also gives you a chance to tell your brand’s story and connect with your customers while in your store. Meaning a well-designed space can actually impact your b…
(StatePoint) It’s been a challenging year for small businesses, with local shutdowns requiring many operations to close their doors, some temporarily, all while weathering the ripple effects of a global economic downturn.
(BPT) - In customer service, as in many other areas of life, as technology becomes more sophisticated, relationships get more complex. While technology makes it easier for customers to interact with businesses, an action as simple as finding an auto repair shop can quickly overwhelm consumer…
(BPT) - Whether it's the first day of middle school or the first day away at college, students of all ages are preparing for a new school year. Students might be learning at home, in the classroom or a combination of both, so now is the time to get organized and prepared to help you tackle t…
(BPT) - By Richard Whitworth, Cetera Financial Group
(BPT) - During a season that’s usually devoted to adventure, many have been forced to stick a little closer to home. When it’s finally time to return to your globetrotting ways, it’s vital to make sure your vehicle is ready.
(BPT) - It’s not always easy to be at home with kids day after day, but with a little creativity, you can beat cabin fever. Whether you're in your own backyard or venturing out, there are plenty of things you can do to have fun together. Make sure to choose activities that are age-appropriat…
(NewsUSA) - Wind power can be a breath of fresh air for many communities in the form of creating jobs and lowering energy costs.
(NewsUSA) - Retirement is a life-changing experience. For some older adults it can be relaxing, for others it can be energizing. Bu it should never be stressful.
(NewsUSA) - As offices gradually reopen in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, caution is key to supporting employees as they return to work safely.
(NewsUSA) - The global pandemic caused by the COVID-19 virus has accelerated an adoption of online work, video meetings, and virtual conferences that will likely continue.
Reader Question: We are looking to buy our first home. We have seen a house we like, but it needs much work. The house has been neglected but has a solid structure. We have a down payment and good credit. Twenty-percent down at our price point, but not enough cash to make the down payment an…
At the request of readers, we update our popular top 10 auto racing movies of all-time as several new movies have made the cut. As before, I welcome reader comments if there are some movies you feel should be on the list. The new list is not in any particular order and each movie deals with …
Reader Question: We bought a house and were two days from closing escrow. The seller could not produce the necessary documents to close. The seller now wants to back out of the contract. Can they force us to release them from the contract and return our earnest money? We want the house, plus…
Q: Greg I live in Elk Lake, near Montrose, Pennsylvania, and I read your column every week in the Susquehanna County Weekender and love it. I always find it very interesting and even though I consider myself to be a “car guy,” you frequently impart details about various vehicles or manufactu…
(StatePoint) As advocates continue to put gender equity under a microscope and some progress has been made, there’s still a long way to go. The income gap between men and women has yet to be closed, and while employers have a huge role to play in creating a level playing field, many women co…
Reader Question: We are starting to explore buying our first home. We have attended several open houses and spoken to several real estate agents. One of the questions we have asked is who pays the real estate commission. It is a question to which we have received different answers. In discus…
Reader Question: We are starting to explore buying our first home. We have attended several open houses and spoken to several real estate agents. One of the questions we have asked is who pays the real estate commission. It is a question to which we have received different answers. In discus…
Q: Greg, I read all of your columns online now and appreciate the muscle car articles, so thanks for that. I first found out about your work in the Ledger newspaper from Bartow, Florida. Many of the stories you tell are similar to my experiences, and then some.
Reader Question: Our 9-year-old house has been for sale for over 18 months and is not selling. Our agent tells us the new construction is hurting us. We bought another home, and the old home cost is a considerable burden. We keep reducing the price. How do we compete with new construction?
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(StatePoint) If you’ve decided to pursue a career in financial advising, there are a few things you should know about the many opportunities within this fast-growing field.
Reader Question: The seller canceled escrow when the house appraised for less than what it was listed. I (the buyer) am stuck with the appraisal fees. Who is responsible for the fees I paid? What are my options?
Q: Greg, I lived in Chicago for over 40 years and vividly remember three vehicles from back in the 1950s. I remember the International delivery trucks called the Metro, and also the four-door International pickup my grandfather had. I enjoy your nostalgia columns very much as I’ve always enj…
Dear Dave,My husband and I are on Baby Step 3b, and we’re saving for a house. We’re out of debt and both of us make good money, plus we each have 20-year level term life insurance policies with coverage equaling 10 times our individual incomes. We also have an emergency fund equal to six mon…
Reader Question:My husband and I renovated a home owned by my mother under the condition that she would sign the house over to both of us. We have completed the work. She does not want to sign the home over to my husband and me. She only wants it in my name and hers. My husband contributed t…
Q: Greg, I would like to share a story that I think reflects the feelings of many from my generation (baby boomers). The 1960s in America was known as the decade of the muscle cars - Pontiac GTO, Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro SS, Chevelle SS 396, and the ultimate and only true American-buil…
Reader Question: Three years ago, we purchased a new home from the developer of a small suburban subdivision. We moved outside city limits to avoid the high property taxes and drama at city hall. We just learned that the city is now annexing our new town. Everyone in our subdivision learned …
Q: Greg, I love reading your nostalgia car columns but you hit it wrong on your opinion of the 1958 car designs. I feel 1958 was a great year and I would rather have a 1958 Pontiac, Buick or Oldsmobile than any 1957 Chevy.