Business & Finance - 4 December 2006

Considering that EVERYTHING we buy has added VAT, what is it that is being paid, on top of the goods' value?

2006-12-04 11:51:45 · 6 answers · asked by rubbercod 2 in United Kingdom

I recently noticed on my bank statement that my hairdresser charged 20% more than my bill. When I called I was told by the receptionist that some credit card companies do that to make sure that there is enough funds in the account to cover the charge, and once the funds are transferred the additional 30% would be released. When I called my bank, they told me that they don't do that, the business where I used my card did it. Who's lying? I want to know if I need to find a new hairdresser or a new bank. I have the 20% back, but no one should have the right to put a hold on my money without notifying me. Thanks!

2006-12-04 11:48:13 · 13 answers · asked by help me help you help me 1 in Credit

im moving into my first apartment and i was just wondering what i need and if anybody had any tips that whould be helpful

2006-12-04 11:44:32 · 13 answers · asked by valreemariecreed 1 in Renting & Real Estate

2006-12-04 11:42:28 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Investing

Credit card debt adds up to about $21,000 and the only thing I seem to be paying is late fees and interest. I do nt see any hope because I'm still in grad school and can't work a second job.

2006-12-04 11:41:28 · 11 answers · asked by Nbliss 1 in Personal Finance

2006-12-04 11:39:17 · 3 answers · asked by em. 1 in Investing

2006-12-04 11:37:33 · 7 answers · asked by laura d 2 in Careers & Employment

http://money.cnn.com/2006/12/04/markets/markets_0545/index.htm?cnn=yes

The stench of a pig who's nose is so deep in the trough, they have no time to come up for air.

Yes, mergers are GOOD! They increase the price of the product to the customer by creating monopoly's, just like when several of the oil companies mergered while gas was $1.29/gallon...and now it's double.

"I love the smell of greed, smell's like a dead rhino's @ss"
Charles Keating

2006-12-04 11:34:33 · 3 answers · asked by LovePinkPuffies 3 in Corporations

Which job area makes a lot of bread?(Associates degree)
I heard Pharmacists and accounting do? are they BSing?

2006-12-04 11:34:17 · 4 answers · asked by NYC-BIGCAT 5 in Careers & Employment

I am now a TRC. I passed the exam and was promised a promotion to RCA almost 2 months ago. When I ask my postmaster about this, they say there is nothing to do but wait...

2006-12-04 11:33:12 · 2 answers · asked by Crickett 1 in Careers & Employment

Most of the surveys, etc. are supposedly free but then you have to select one or more products to try and give your credit card number. That is why I don't do those. I go through all of those lists, just to find that at the end of them, that I can not work or do the work, unless I purchase a product. How does a person avoid this? It all seems like a scam.

2006-12-04 11:27:54 · 3 answers · asked by just julie 6 in Careers & Employment

2006-12-04 11:26:08 · 1 answers · asked by daddymac5@verizon.net 1 in Careers & Employment

i dont want to make a large amount of money.we are happy to make comfortable living.dont have grand ideas.willing to work hard.but we need an idea

2006-12-04 11:16:09 · 5 answers · asked by sunshine 3 in Small Business

Description of Request:
Create a tax calculation program for Kudler stores.
Background of Request:
Some food items and all non-food items are subject to a statewide sales tax and local district taxes. Due to differences in district taxes, each store uses a different tax rate.
•Del Mar - 7.25%
•Encinitas - 7.5%
•La Jolla - 7.75%
Expected Results/Impact when completed:
C program that displays the sales tax amount for each store location for a purchase amount of $125.00.

2006-12-04 11:14:41 · 1 answers · asked by Ahmed N 1 in Other - Taxes

2006-12-04 11:11:33 · 3 answers · asked by dren 2 in Renting & Real Estate

2006-12-04 11:09:27 · 3 answers · asked by Pinkie_&_the_Brain 3 in Personal Finance

I was told to bring two forms of ID for my job interview. Will my drivers license and social security card be fine?

2006-12-04 11:06:54 · 9 answers · asked by thejollibengali 2 in Careers & Employment

2006-12-04 11:06:00 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Careers & Employment

i like to write.
i like to tutor kids
i like to type
and i like to be fun.

2006-12-04 11:02:22 · 8 answers · asked by Grilled cheese lover 2 in Careers & Employment

I checked my credit score about a month ago on freecreditreport.com and my score was 665.
This month I apply for a loan to purchase a home and because I had 2 credit cards almost max out my credit dropped to 590 (that is the score that the loan officer told me I got).
I already fixed this problem ... I paid almost half of the balances on both credit cards.
I would like to pruchase a home as soon as possible. How long should I wait to see my credit score go up???
Do I need to do something else.
Your advise is greatly appreciated.

2006-12-04 11:02:09 · 11 answers · asked by mlosolla 1 in Credit

were can i find on my credit card the 20 digit number, i got it yesturday

2006-12-04 11:01:01 · 2 answers · asked by drawmaster12 4 in Credit

i was doing good untill me and my couple had to separate know i am practically homelesss well for know im living with my mom but cant stay there for long.......... i wanna do something in life i just dont know what should i do ??????? i want to study something but something short any body has suggestions or think they can help please help me..........

2006-12-04 10:59:52 · 16 answers · asked by moniq 1 in Careers & Employment

My best friend got a job as a personal assistant/secretary at a small company. The guy has two openings, and I am in desperate need of a job. However, after my best friend's first day at work, they went back to his place. You know. Well, my best friend and I are very open with each other, and we were mentioning a threesome (not seriously debating it, just mentioning it between ourselves) and I think she might have said something to him? It is after office hours and he just called to see if I wanted to come for an interview tonight. I don't want it to be awkward so I told him I could be there as early as 7am tomorrow morning. He said "if you are still inerested in the position we need to meet asap because I need to fill it." I told him again I could do it whenever he wanted tomorrow (during normal hours) but now I'm worried if I go he will hit on me and ... you know, just an uncomfortable situation. Should I just not go at all and avoid it? Or go and see if maybe I'm just over reacting?

2006-12-04 10:56:43 · 6 answers · asked by while_love_remains 2 in Careers & Employment

2006-12-04 10:53:55 · 2 answers · asked by i_number9 1 in United States

2006-12-04 10:48:56 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Personal Finance

2006-12-04 10:47:40 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Business & Finance

Im a kid so it doesnt matter but im seeing all these commercials and it sort of looks like bs.

2006-12-04 10:47:17 · 4 answers · asked by italianpride127 2 in Credit

If I have an interview tomorrow and I am having second thoughts about this job, should I just go to the interview, or should I just not show up? Or call tomorrow morning and tell them?

2006-12-04 10:42:05 · 17 answers · asked by aj lewis 1 in Careers & Employment

once again i am looking at refinancing. whats the best way to find out who is honest in financing and not ripping you off with a high interest rate., my credit is so so but not bad. i am going through a divorce and have gotten stuck with all major debts. help. what is the best rate for someone half way decent with thier credit?

2006-12-04 10:40:41 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Credit

2006-12-04 10:39:58 · 7 answers · asked by Barbara K 2 in Other - Business & Finance