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View Article  Fred Harteis News Articles - Easy Ways to Make a Money Mess

Fred Harteis News Articles - Just as a snowball can start an avalanche and one match can ignite an inferno, these mistakes are easy to make and can lead to financial trouble for the rest of your life.

 

From your choice of college to your choice of spouse, from job selection to retirement planning, we take a look at common ways you can mess up your money future.

 

Don't Discuss Money Before Marriage

Marrying for love, not money, if not a problem, but be sure to ask your future husband or wife more questions about the latter before ...   more »

View Article  Fred Harteis News Articles - Workplace Sexual Harassment Toward Men Is on the Rise

Fred Harteis News Articles - Studies show that for the first time in four years, harassment in the workplace from both male and female bosses and co-workers is on the rise. The vast majority of all sexual harassment complaints go unreported, but as more and more men realize that they are not the only ones dealing with an unprofessional work environment, men are starting to briskly fight against unfair treatment from female superiors. In 2007, a record number of cases -- nearly 16 percent -- were filed by men, a number that has practically doubled in a mere decade. And ...   more »

View Article  Fred Harteis News Article - How to Cut Energy Bills

Fred Harteis News Article - With energy costs on the rise, it's never been a better time to make your home more efficient. Here are some tips to cut energy costs without spending a fortune.

 

1. Install a clock thermostat: Installing a clock thermostat and programming it to reduce the household temperature overnight and while you're away can reduce heating costs by as much as 10 percent.

 

2. Insulate your water heater: Adding an inexpensive water heater jacket can keep heat from escaping. They're easy to install, and can save hundreds of dollars on energy bills ...   more »

View Article  Fred Harteis News Articles - 12 Steps For Recovering Workaholics

Fred Harteis News Articles - Have you ever brought work with you on vacation or pulled double shifts without extra pay? Workaholic habits can be tough to break because they’re viewed as virtues in many circles. However, they can put a strain on your relationships, damage your health and even blemish your career by causing you to burn out. Follow, in no particular order, these 12 steps for recovering workaholics to improve your overall quality of life.

 

Step 1 Have a talk with your boss. The first of our 12 steps for recovering workaholics is to discuss a more ...   more »

View Article  Fred Harteis News Articles - Managing credit card changes

Fred Harteis News Articles - Your credit card terms may be getting a makeover, for the worse. Thanks to the ailing economy, a tight credit market and banking woes, credit card issuers are increasing fees or slashing risk. Here's what you need to know.

 

1. Know the changes

First, interest rates on credit cards are trickling higher, says Curtis Arnold of Cardratings.com. In addition, fees on balance transfers are going up. Credit lines have been cut up to 50% in some cases he says. Reward cards carry more strings; card issuers have been increasingly closing out credit cards if ...   more »