If My Company Is Acquired by Another Company, What Happens to My 401(k)?
Posted: March 28, 2021
If your employer is acquired, the fate of your 401(k) plan may depend in part on what type of acquisition it is – asset sale or stock purchase. In an asset sale, the selling company retains responsibility for the 401(k) plan. Employees of the acquired company that stay on after the sale are typically considered new employees of the acquiring company. If the acquisition is...
Keeping Your Kids Healthy
Posted: March 25, 2021
Kids are natural germ magnets. It can be a challenge to keep them healthy during the best of times, let alone during a pandemic. If you are a parent with young children, the following tips can help you keep your kids healthy, whether they are attending school or sheltering in place at home. Serve Healthy Meals and Snacks Good nutrition is the bedrock for good...
Hiring a Contractor Checklist
Posted: March 24, 2021
Hiring the right contractor can be tough—and it’s one of the most important decisions you’ll make during a repair project, according to the Better Business Bureau. Whether you’re looking for someone to do a small repair or to help clean up after a storm that’s caused damage, it’s important to make sure you’ve hired someone you can trust to do the job. We’ve pulled together...
Quiz: How Much Value Can These DIY Projects Add To Your House?
Posted: March 19, 2021
We’re spending a lot more time at home these days, which means spending a lot more time looking at – and maybe second-guessing – every wall color and ceiling fixture. Whether you’re just looking for a small change or preparing to sell, you might be wondering if your investment will ultimately pay off. Can you guess the return on each of these DIY home projects?...
Do You Name Your Robot Vacuum or Other Household Items?
Posted: March 15, 2021
Do you live with a robot vacuum named Vance, a coffee pot called Joe, or another household item you’ve given a special name? If so, you’re far from alone. It’s pretty common for people to name inanimate objects. Giving human form or attributes to these things is called anthropomorphizing. And with more people staying at home, and buying new toys and gadgets, there is more...