Does the Fed set interest rates? A: The Federal Reserve sets a key interest rate, called the federal funds rate, which is the rate banks charge to each other for very short-term loans. The Federal Reserve lowered the target range for the federal funds rate to 0 to 1/4 percent. How do central banks set […]
What is an HR issue?
What is an HR issue? Issues such as cash flow, competition, and revenue growth are top of mind for small business owners and their teams. Along with these challenges comes another area many companies struggle with: human resource management. Human resource management (HRM) includes: Performance management. Compensation and benefits. What are HR functions? The six […]
What papers do investment bankers read?
What papers do investment bankers read? Financial news, like Bloomberg, Financial Times, Yahoo Finance, CNN Money, Reuters, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist and a big etc. General news like regular news papers. Investment reports, economic and market analysis, investment research. Academic papers. What do investment bankers study? Any person who has a good understanding […]
What are the problems with healthcare reform?
What are the problems with healthcare reform? These challenges are, in short, the issues of access, quality, and cost. Access to health care is the first major challenge that health-care reform must address. In 2006, a total of 47 million Americans, or almost 16 percent of the population, lacked health insurance. What is health care […]
Who made Jim Beam decanters?
Who made Jim Beam decanters? Over the past 40 years, Betty and Charles Barrett have amassed more than 1,650 Jim Beam ceramic decanter and 800 more Beam-related ceramic pieces. The teetotalers have never tasted a sip of the bourbon whiskey. Does putting whiskey in a decanter ruin it? And while just how much exposure is […]
What is considered low rise?
What is considered low rise? Low-rise: The definition of low-rise can vary by company, but generally sit at or below your hips and fall within the 7-8″ range. Mid-rise: Mid-rise jeans usually sit between the hips and the belly button. You’ll like the mid-rise jeans if you have battled “muffin top” with low-rise jeans in […]
When can I expect my VA disability check?
When can I expect my VA disability check? If your decision notice shows at least a 10% disability rating, you’ll get your first payment within 15 days. We’ll pay you either by direct deposit or check. If you don’t get a payment after 15 days, please call the Veterans help line at 800-827-1000, Monday through […]
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Is being a hobo illegal?
Is being a hobo illegal? “I tell people the best way to enjoy traveling is always the safe way,” says Connecticut Shorty, a former hobo “queen,” as crowned at the National Hobo Convention that takes place the second week of August, every year since 1900, in Britt, Iowa. “Hopping freights is illegal and dangerous.” Is […]