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Promoting an employee to a leadership role is an important decision. But is that employee ready for it? How do their current skills and experience translate into management potential? Here are a few of the top signs that an employee is ready for leadership:

Social media platforms are more than just a tool to update your relationship status, share cat pictures with friends, and post political memes. By giving you a potentially limitless audience, social media also offers significant money-making opportunities. These are some of the top ways you can use social media to bolster your income:

Last week’s economic reporting included readings on construction spending and public and private-sector employment data. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released.

Rewarding your employees for their hard work is crucial for keeping morale — and productivity — high. These days, many employers are forgoing the traditional model of raises in base compensation in favor of bestowing merit or holiday bonuses.

Do you ever feel like you’re spending too much time paying bills, juggling account passwords, and keeping track of due dates? If so, you can reclaim some of that time by automating some of your predictable, recurring bill payments. Here’s a look at the benefits and drawbacks of using automatic bill pay:

Saving enough money to enjoy a full retirement may already feel like an uphill climb before you even consider the rising cost of healthcare. As you get older, you can expect your medical expenses to increase, which can put a damper on your plans without proper consideration. By setting aside funds specifically for your healthcare needs, you can...

A bridge loan is a short-term loan used to provide immediate cash flow when financing is impending but not available right away. Bridge loans are sometimes also known as swing loans, gap financing, or interim financing. Homeowners typically use these loans to cover the cost of new property before they can sell their current house.

Whether you’re putting aside funds for a rainy day, or a sunny summer vacation, saving money is an absolute must. When it comes to how you save, two of the most popular options are savings accounts and certificates of deposit. The best way to determine which choice is ideal for your situation is to understand the benefits of both.

First Federal Bancorp Inc. announced that it is changing the name of the  CBC Mortgage division to First Federal Bank. The name change follows the 2018 merger with Coastal Banking Company Inc. and reflects the company’s commitment to a consistent brand and customer experience.

Following a car maintenance schedule can help prevent major car problems before they occur, as well as boost your car’s resale value if you keep a record of its service history. Most car components ought to be inspected, changed, or replaced at 30,000-mile intervals, but a handful of other components require attention on a more frequent basis: