Business & Finance - 27 August 2006

I recently took out a loan on my 401k and the company I work for is charging me a fee every week so I am paying back the loan, a set up fee, the amount that normally goes into my 401k, and this weekly fee. I would like to know if they are supposed to do this. I would also like to know if it is legal for them to charge this weekly fee. Any answers would be greatly appreciated, also if you know where I could find this information in writing that would be great too.

2006-08-27 08:36:51 · 1 answers · asked by mom0f04 1 in Other - Business & Finance

For the past 9 years I've been a retail jewelry manager. I'm looking to start a family and want to step down from managment. I'm even willing to start over at the bottom in some circumstances but no one calls me back. When I interview people I have two ways of ending an interview. Either I say I'll you back to set up a followup interview (which means I'm going to call you back) or I say Thank you for coming out today, by next Wednesday we will be calling the 3 best candates for the position(which means I'm not going to call you back). What can I do get call backs? I'd really like to change jobs before the holiday season and now seems like the best time.

2006-08-27 08:34:55 · 9 answers · asked by d2amondman 1 in Careers & Employment

2006-08-27 08:33:45 · 3 answers · asked by Babiepee 1 in Other - Business & Finance

2006-08-27 08:29:49 · 15 answers · asked by chetna k 1 in Other - Business & Finance

2006-08-27 08:28:08 · 8 answers · asked by klay43701 1 in Investing

2006-08-27 08:27:53 · 6 answers · asked by josh.isaiah 2 in Renting & Real Estate

We live in NV, bought a 2006 Chevy Colorado last month from CA because they gave us the "best" price. They KNEW i was shoping around, I told them I wanted their bottom line price, everything included. They told me with taxes and fees what our final price would be. Well, when I was getting money out of the bank for the down payment, my boyfriend was signing the papers (the vehicle was delivered by an old guy, who just showed my bf where to sign). Like an idiot, my boyfriend signed all the papers showing him what the payment would be, how many months, etc. Well, he went to register the vehicle yesterday and was told by the DMV that we hadn't payed taxes on the vehicle and now owe $2000.00. I was FLOORED and completely pissed. Sure enough, on the contract it says "sales tax... N/A". I am LIVID that they screwed us over. Is that NORMAL practice NOT to include sales tax? This was our first car and we had NO idea what to look for in the contract... is there ANYTHING we can do?

2006-08-27 08:25:36 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Business & Finance

I think the head office is in Manchester

2006-08-27 08:25:31 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Personal Finance

***Serious answers only, please.***

These days most of my work colleagues are using "Best" as their email sign-off.

See you at the meeting.
Best,
Joe Schmoe

"Thanks" and "Sincerely" and "Regards" all seem so humdrum. So overused. And "Cheers" seems inappropriate.

Can anyone recommend a new, original, polite sign-off that would be appropriate for business emails?

Thank you!!

2006-08-27 08:24:49 · 7 answers · asked by AuELX 2 in Careers & Employment

I quoted a my range of 35-45, They offered 38k yr.

Industry base in my area is 45-47k, i have the experience and education to warrant it.

My last position in this field 2 yrs ago paid me 59k yr.

The hiring manager seems very reasonable. What do i say or write to begin the counter.

Thanks in advance

2006-08-27 08:17:30 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Careers & Employment

I know the maximum amount that can be given to a relative tax-free is $10,000 per year. Can someone give 10,000 in December, then another 10,000 in January?

2006-08-27 08:02:00 · 4 answers · asked by kenny_scarface 4 in United States

2006-08-27 08:01:19 · 1 answers · asked by daniel 2 in Careers & Employment

2006-08-27 08:00:59 · 6 answers · asked by Christina C 1 in Careers & Employment

Not sseking advice-just want some ideas.

2006-08-27 08:00:08 · 7 answers · asked by klay43701 1 in Investing

In the state of Texas, how much should a family of two adults and two childeren (both under three years old) make every year to live comfortably? Comfortably doesn't mean luxerious. It means to be in the middle middle income level of society.

2006-08-27 07:50:29 · 1 answers · asked by jimmyaven 1 in Personal Finance

If I was a professional stuntman, and I was injured whilst performing a stunt which went wrong I could hardly prosecute my colleagues could I?
Professional stuntmen are hired to take risks, it's an occupational hazzard when, even with all the precautions, they get hurt, it's a known part of the job.

Cab drivers know that occasionally they may provide a transportation service for someone who refuses to pay, after having recieved a 'free' ride. Again, it's an occupational hazzard, part of the job.

So, if a whore doesn't get paid, should she be allowed to cry 'rape'?

And, assuming she had cried rape on a non-paying customer, what if during the investigation the customer subsequently came up with the payment? Would the customer still have to answer the fabricated rape charge?

Oh, and by the way, Stuntmen and Cab Drivers pay their taxes, yet they do not abuse the law.

Whores pay no tax and abuse the law.

How on Earth can that be fair?

2006-08-27 07:50:03 · 23 answers · asked by pakistani_spack 1 in Other - Business & Finance

My roommate and I signed with realtor but boyfriend did not and he gets a large amount of money tomorrow. Now realtor only seems interested in when boyfriend gets his cash. Am I in trouble?

2006-08-27 07:46:53 · 6 answers · asked by mark1969 2 in Renting & Real Estate

Right now I'm working as a cashier in a casino, and the tips aren't that great. Not only do I work with 20+ cashiers but the state takes 35% of it. What are some things I could work on to make more tips besides delivering great service? What could I do that would make YOU want to tip?

2006-08-27 07:40:34 · 6 answers · asked by DiG iT 3 in Careers & Employment

Most people I know who are over 25 had to do a little time in Fast Food Hell. I only know a couple of people who didn't. If you're over 25 and have never worked in Fast Food Hell, why and how did you avoid it? What did you do instead?

2006-08-27 07:40:18 · 10 answers · asked by GreenEyedLilo 7 in Careers & Employment

2006-08-27 07:39:08 · 5 answers · asked by k w 1 in Renting & Real Estate

The standard searches didnt turn up anything. The certificate is dated 1968. There is also the date 1957 in the corporate seal

2006-08-27 07:36:57 · 4 answers · asked by Greg P 1 in Investing

Companies like DOLLAR GENERAL a proud flyer of the American flag, a center piece of corporate patriotism like the record said,"what have you done for your country lately". SEVENTY OR EIGHTY precent of your products are manufactured in China and sold in the USA billions of dollar go directly to the Chinese government in which are used for military technology to counter U.S military superiority. Tonight after having diner look into your children eyes feel the love ,look into your heart known the truth that one day somebody is going to be missing at the table because you purchased items form the Dollar General made in China. It is assured when China becomes equal to or surpasses the U.S militarly it will make a move to take Taiwan causing the threat or the use of nuclear weopans. Who do you think is causing most of the problems in the Middle East ? WHO do you think blocks all the U.S diplomatic efforts toward peace in the Middle East.BUY DOLLAR GENERAL AND OTHERS CO,USA MADE ONLY PRODUCTS

2006-08-27 07:33:40 · 8 answers · asked by kelvin_lee45 1 in Corporations

I am indian and want to know about investments that can give me maximum profit. Have you ever got high returns on your investments. If yes how much???

2006-08-27 07:33:11 · 11 answers · asked by ravinder_1215 1 in Investing

I am having difficulty deciding what to major in . I am a c student in math but am good with numbers. I like computers and eletriconal things. I was wondering if there are any majors you would recommend me looking into.

2006-08-27 07:32:08 · 4 answers · asked by Krazyk78 1 in Careers & Employment

Is there a return to sender option that I can use, or do I just have to call the companies and have them stop?

2006-08-27 07:32:08 · 10 answers · asked by pecosbill2000 3 in Other - Business & Finance

2006-08-27 07:29:26 · 0 answers · asked by Metla J 1 in Careers & Employment

I live in Orlando Florida.I like my friends, weather..ect..But I am so bored and not challenged for success. Life is slow.. I am thinking about moving to some place fast? New York? San Ramon CA? ... Should I stay with what I know or explore the unknown? I am single, I am set up to move anywhere with work ...

2006-08-27 07:27:58 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Small Business

What else can I do besides work for a public accounting firm like Price Waterhouse Coopers? What are the other options?! I feel like it's so concrete, but that can't be true!

2006-08-27 07:24:30 · 5 answers · asked by MattMan 3 in Careers & Employment

I owe £17k on two credit cards and am struggling to keep up with the repayments. I do not own my own home so do not have any equity. The credit cards are not coming down due to the high interest and I cannot seem to get another one so I can at least transfer the balance to a 0% rate.

My combined income with my partner is £30k per year and we thought about getting a 125k mortgage to buy a small property and also to pay off the debt (but none of us have a great credit rating)

Does anyone know who would possibly help with either a mortgage or a £17k long term loan so we can get out of this financial mess.

2006-08-27 07:19:40 · 14 answers · asked by chazza 2 in Personal Finance

2006-08-27 07:15:31 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Careers & Employment