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The sector responds to the Spring Budget

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Yesterday’s Spring Budget included a number of announcements that affect the various people, place and technology professions in the UK. The Autumn Budget in November 2023 teased us with the “Back to Work” plan to support sick or disabled adults back into work along with a launch of the occupational health consultation.

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The 7 Biggest Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Your 50s

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A lot of people guess at their budget. Guessing at your budget isn’t going to cut it when you approach retirement,” she says. “A Failing to take advantage of maximums and catch-up contributions Brown says the top mistake he sees clients make in this decade is not increasing their retirement savings.

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Canada Commits $1.1 Billion to Repurpose Vacant Federal Properties

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In fact, it’s an idea that is currently being considered in the United States by city policy makers in Washington, D.C. According to a report published by CBC , the initiative could repurpose 65 million square feet of surplus federal real estate — with a focus on the National Capital Region. Like many major hubs across the U.S.,

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How to Ask Your Boss to Pay for Continuing Education

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Learn all you can about company policies and requirements and seek advice from those who have already tapped company resources for continuing education, she says. She points out that another natural time is during budget planning when funds can be earmarked. Ask yourself, “Are they up to their eyeballs in hot projects or problems?”

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It’s More Than Flexibility – Returning To The Office Is Expensive

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For many, working from home helps make budgeting easier. . In fact, a report from Owl Labs shows that in-person workers spend around $45 per day on commutes and meals, which could add up to $863 per month, nearly twice as much of the average expense for a remote worker. .

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Here’s How to Establish Your Remote Startup

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However, there are some challenges involved in setting up remote businesses that aren’t as prominent for traditional companies. Dot io domains in particular are very popular with tech companies and start-ups, and it’s a quick and simple way to signal the site visitors what your business is about. Remote Working Guidelines and Policies.

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The 6 Biggest Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Your 30s

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That keeping up with the Joneses can lead to expenses surpassing income—and the debt that comes with it. They don’t realize how much children are going to change the household budget and make adjustments ahead of time,” she says. Allowing lifestyle creep “Spending is so visible because of social media and the internet,” Mahoney says.