How Much Car Can I Afford Based on My Salary?

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It’s no secret that owning a car is expensive, especially due to the rising levels of inflation in the automotive industry.  Between the initial purchase price, insurance, gas, and maintenance costs, it can be tough to figure out just how much car you can afford.  But with a little bit of math and some knowledge …

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What Is a Good Salary?

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Judging your salary against someone else’s might seem tempting; but that approach, unfortunately, neglects several factors such as age, industry, and experience level. So, what is a good salary? And how can you determine whether you’re being paid well? Here’s a quick guide to evaluate your salary, identify a suitable pay range and – hopefully …

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Is a $40K Per Year Salary Good?

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The Bureau of Labour Statistics states that the median salary for workers in the US is around $1,041 weekly, which equates to $54,132 annually.  But what if you’re not being offered that much? Should you still take a job that pays less than the industry average? What if you’re being offered almost 14k lower than …

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How To Counter Offer Your Salary

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Let’s paint a picture.  It’s been months since you’ve been hunting for a suitable job. Customizing your resumé and applying to tons of job posts has you exhausted. Finally, you get an interview call, and it feels like your hard work has paid off.  But wait, your heart sinks when the interviewer tells you the …

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