Color Of Money

BPT Americans may have faith in the Social Security system, but many still don’t really understand how it works. That’s a key take-away from a recent survey of Americans’ knowledge of Social Security retirement benefits. While 63 percent of respondents said they do believe Social Security benefits will be available to them when they retire,…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  The WaterSense-certified VorMax high-efficiency toilet from American Standard delivers a powerful, horizontal jet of water to thoroughly scrub the bowl with every flush, all while using only 1.28 gallons of water per flush.   BPT If you’re considering a green home renovation, or building an eco-friendly house, you’ll likely put a lot of…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Kierna Mayo By Lynne Marek chicagobusiness.com Johnson Publishing named Kierna Mayo as editor-in-chief of its monthly magazine Ebony and Kyra Kyles as its new head of digital editorial, promoting two employees to fill a gap left after exits since 2014. Johnson Publishing has been trying to steady itself amid financial challenges and editorial…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Morgan Grayned, a recipient of the Buick Achievers scholarship from Hampton University     (Freddie Allen/NNPA Photo) By Freddie Allen NNPA Senior Washington Correspondent WASHINGTON (NNPA) – When Morgan Grayned opened the envelope from the Buick Achievers’ scholarship program and learned that she would receive $24,000 a year to attend college, she screamed…

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BPT Hiring professionals to get jobs done around the house may be convenient, but it can set your budget back quite a bit. Instead, consider doing it yourself – not only to save big bucks but also to showcase your creativity. Do-it-yourself (DIY) home improvement is a major trend that will pay you back many…

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WASHINGTON—Wade Henderson, president and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights last week, issued the following statement in support of the Federal Communications Commission’s recent decision to modernize the longstanding, successful Lifeline program to include broadband: “Chairman Wheeler’s announcement marks an important step forward in ensuring that all Americans can thrive in…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  a katz / Shutterstock.com By State Rep. Robert Freeman D-PA, Northampton We have all heard the political rhetoric that has been used against unions, painting them as standing in the way of economic growth and as a drag on the freewheeling economics of recent years. However, history portrays a different picture. New York…

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ABOVE PHOTO;  President Barack Obama meets with Elizabeth Warren and her family in the Oval Office before the announcing her to the post of Assistant to the President and Special Advisor to the Secretary of the Treasury on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, during a statement in the Rose Garden of the White House, Sept….

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BPT Working from home is a growing trend, with 3.3 million people telecommuting at least half the time, according to the 2012 American Community Survey conducted by Global Workplace Analytics. The cost savings for not having to commute, being able to work in the comfort of your own home and having fewer distractions are all…

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BPT One of the largest contributors to a home’s energy efficiency is its windows. Energy-efficient windows can lower your energy costs and increase your home’s comfort while reducing your carbon footprint and increasing your home’s value. For example, replacing single-pane windows with ENERGY STAR windows can save between 1,106 to 6,072 pounds of carbon dioxide…

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