Payroll March 12, 2026
One in Four Job Seekers Have Ghosted a Potential Employer
Accepting another job offer is the most common reason candidates ghost, and negative hiring experiences often accelerate disengagement.
General News March 22, 2025
Federal Judge Says 25,000 Workers Can Keep Jobs for Now
The Trump administration must continue to comply with a Maryland judge’s order to temporarily reinstate almost 25,000 fired employees at 18 U.S. agencies for at least another week, a federal appeals court held.
General News March 21, 2025
Trump Administration Says Court Ruling on DOGE Could Shut Down or Delay Social Security
The Trump administration is threatening to all but shut down the Social Security Administration in response to a judge’s ruling blocking activities by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency — an action that could delay payments to millions of beneficiaries caught in the middle of the legal battle.
IRS March 20, 2025
IRS Probationary Employees Who Were Laid Off Get Reinstated—But Put on Paid Leave
"You are being reinstated to your previous position immediately," an email to fired IRS probationary workers said. "While you are being reinstated to federal service, you are also being placed on Administrative Leave. You should not report to duty or perform any work until receiving further guidance."
Payroll March 20, 2025
Musk Says Targeting Social Security and Medicare Fraud are Key Focus for Cuts
Trump repeated that pledge to Fox News’ "Sunday Morning Futures," saying that he wouldn’t reduce legitimate entitlement benefits but would go after improper payments.
General News March 19, 2025
Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady, Sees Slower Growth and Higher Inflation
Federal Reserve officials held their benchmark interest rate steady for a second straight meeting, though they telegraphed expectations for slower economic growth and higher inflation.
Payroll March 19, 2025
Social Security to Require Identity Checks in Fraud Crackdown
The Social Security Administration will add new procedures requiring beneficiaries to prove their identity before claiming benefits or changing their direct deposit instructions, as part of an effort to crack down on fraud.
Payroll March 19, 2025
Survey: You’re More Likely to Get a Raise if You Learned About Money as a Kid
Financial experts advise parents to initiate money conversations with their children as early as possible to normalize financial learning and planning.
Small Business March 19, 2025
4 Tips for Starting a Side Hustle at Any Age
When it comes to launching a side hustle after years of experience in the working world, you have a choice: Either start your own business or join an existing side hustle platform that matches people with opportunities.
Staffing March 18, 2025
Why the Return of 5 Days in the Office is Unlikely for Many Workers
The reasons for such arrangements often revolve around work-life balance: Employees have better ability to pick up kids from school, care for an aging parent and more when they can physically be anywhere and don’t have to deal with commuter traffic.
Taxes March 18, 2025
2025 Tax Changes Could Upend Clients’ Financial Goals, CFPs Warn
With key Tax Cuts and Jobs Act provisions set to expire at the end of this year, most Certified Financial Planner professionals say clients' retirement and financial plans could be at risk, according to new research by the CFP Board.
Payroll March 18, 2025
Child Care for Infants is More Expensive than College in 38 States, Shows Study
In addition, child care is more expensive than rent in 17 states and Washington D.C., showing that child care is one of the biggest expenses families face.
Payroll March 18, 2025
Gender Pay Gap Varies by State, Industry, Job and Race
More than ever before, women in the U.S. are taking control of their finances, investing in their future selves and making smart money choices. But there’s still one obstacle in their way today: the gender pay gap.