Business & Finance - 20 September 2007

In mid-August, I accepted a sales position at a popular boot company opening up a store at a new local mall, which doesn't open until October 11. With that in cosideration, I accepted my current job as a front desk clerk at a hotel to have some money coming in. My current job pays 75 cents less than the position I accepted for the outlet mall, which is an obvious disadavantage. However, the advantage there is that since the hotel environment is so 'lax, I get to sneak in some study time for school since I'm a full time student. The advantage and disadvantage of the mall job are the exact opposite--more money, but more responsibility, and more than likely, no time to study. In conclusion, I was very excited about the mall job when I was offered the position, but I'm overridden with guilt for having to leave the hotel (in the event that it does happen) in such a short time working there and because my manager is very, very satisfied with my performance.

2007-09-20 11:49:02 · 5 answers · asked by superlyrical124 2 in Other - Business & Finance

I moved in to my aparment in July, upon moving in the landlord knew that the former occupants trashed the place and there was a massive amount of cockroaches. When we inspected the apartment, we were told that the cabnents would get fixed, the carpet would be replaced, and they would finish cleaning, repair the air conditioner, and toliet We had no ideas about the roaches.

Well the day we moved in, I opened the cabinet and four roaches crawlled out, and fell to the counter,. then upon walking around i counted about 13 more roaches. I called the aparment complex and they sent out another person to spray the aparment, even though they just did it 5 days ago. Then I found out that she was hoping that the roaches were dead, and that there was tons in there the day before.

It is now september, and we just had our apartment sprayed for the 4th time, the carpet, cabinets, are still not fixed, there is a soft spot now on the floor due to the toliet being broken. is this enough?

2007-09-20 11:44:35 · 5 answers · asked by lihuffman 1 in Renting & Real Estate

There are credit cards that offer points or cash back on purchases. Which one is better? I have good credit.

2007-09-20 11:44:19 · 4 answers · asked by John S. 3 in Credit

I am in serious debt and rising because, I am a student, I want to pay off my bills, I just do not have the money needed to do so. My credit score is horriable I can not live like this! What can I do?

2007-09-20 11:44:13 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Personal Finance

2007-09-20 11:43:11 · 2 answers · asked by J.. S 1 in Corporations

2007-09-20 11:42:11 · 1 answers · asked by Lori K 1 in Small Business

2007-09-20 11:41:34 · 12 answers · asked by haider s 1 in Credit

Is it taxed as a 1099 dividend only or are there more taxes. I am figuring 30% for taxes, am I wrong? I live in Washington if that changes tax details at all.

2007-09-20 11:41:23 · 1 answers · asked by ElJollyRancher 1 in United States

I used to fight MMA and just bought a couple hundred shares when it hit a buck. I realized that everyone that bought in >$10 was crazy but it seems like the company could do well - if they remain solvent.

I am not basing my retirement on this one but I am just curious what other independent people think of this one now its a .5/share stock.

2007-09-20 11:41:23 · 2 answers · asked by Nick D 3 in Investing

Bank of America has a overdraft policy where they deduct funds out of your account by the size of the charge and not the order they actually came in. So, let's say you make 3 purchases in one day using your debit card(but you charge it as credit) for the amounts of 10$, $4 and $3. Let's also say you have only $7 in your account. So instead of doing what makes sense, taking out the $4 & $3 before the $10 (which would generate only one overdraft fee); they instead take out the $10 first (which ends up generating 2 overdraft fees).
I contacted a Bank of America representative about this to ask for a refund (which of course was denied) then I told him I was going to make a complaint to the BBB, to only be told filing a complaint with them would be pointless. Well, I did, and I ended up getting my overdraft fees refunded. Bank of America sent back a fancy response to me about overdrafts, but not once in that letter did they answer my questions about overdrafts. Should they be sued?

2007-09-20 11:38:25 · 6 answers · asked by p0werm4n 1 in Personal Finance

2007-09-20 11:36:45 · 4 answers · asked by rickb3825 3 in Small Business

I became a member of the FFA! That's what! So now they want me to sell these donation raffle tickets for 5 dollars, how can I do that?
It came with a script for me to read, and I am NOT using that!
What should I say/do to get people to buy them?
(After they buy them they can take them to a dodge dealer for a t-shirt!)

2007-09-20 11:35:33 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Business & Finance

Well let's say Person A works everyday of the week, but Person B works only one day of the week. Will Person B still have as much job experience as Person A because Person B has been there for that week as well (on a application for another part time job)?

2007-09-20 11:25:30 · 4 answers · asked by Snaox 1 in Other - Careers & Employment

I want to start selling items on Ebay (sports tickets) and I was wondering if paypal is the only option for payments? Is it 100 % secure? I know thousands, probably millions, use paypal and never have problems but I'm a little skeptical with the wiring of money through credit cards. Also, how does the shipping work with Ebay? Is the seller responsible for paying for shipping? Is it easier to sell tickets on broker sites or Ebay?

Also, does Ebay get a percent commission on items sold, and if so, how much?

Thanks everyone!

2007-09-20 11:25:12 · 7 answers · asked by Josh F 1 in Small Business

What is the cost strategy adopted by Tiger Airways In Singapore.

Can Anyone pls tell me wat is cost strategy : is it just only product differentiation & cost advtange only

Thanks.

appreciate for all your great help

2007-09-20 11:20:31 · 2 answers · asked by James Goh 1 in Corporations

I graduated from a state school in Economics with a gpa of 3.1 Since then, I've been doing jobs that have NOTHING to do with law. The only reason I want to try law because during my college year I took a year of business law classes and did incredibly well. I remember my professor asking me why I don't give law a try and back then I wasn't interested, but now I do have a change of heart. I don't have ANY law firm working experience, and my gpa isn't very high...can I still get into a decent tier 2 law school if I did so-so on the LSATs? If the chances are slim now with my credentials, there is no point in investing time to study for them. What do you think? Please help because this would be a life decision for me.

2007-09-20 11:18:42 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Legal

My roommates moved into a house in June, the landlord said they were adding another room and to search for a new roommate. Thats where I came in. All along the management company/landlord promised me that the room was permitted and legal. I moved in to the house in August.

In the last few week the city building inspector came by and said I have to be out by October 7. I signed the lease until May.

Should the management company compensate me? How much compensation should I demand? I was thinking something like 3 months worth of rent, for August, September and for October since I have to find a new place with very little time.

Before I consider legal action, I'd like to make a demand for compensation first.

2007-09-20 11:18:03 · 6 answers · asked by stunnaramirez 2 in Renting & Real Estate

I had lost my job about a month and a half ago and since then have put applications all over town I live in a small town and the jobs here are very few. I don't have any kind of transportation so I am limited to where I live. My lot rent is past due my bills are all past due. I get alittle over $200 a month in child support and with that I have to pay someone to take me to get grosheries. I want to stay home and work but I can't seem to find a good work at home oppertunity that I can financially aford to start. I was scheduled to do online classes but couldn't pay for them so now I don't even have that to look forward to. I don't know what to do so if anyone knows how to work at home or any advice in general it is greatly appriciated.

2007-09-20 11:17:45 · 5 answers · asked by monkey 2 in Other - Careers & Employment

I'm currently renting here in Southern California but I would really want to purchase a home. I work as a nurse so, i earn enough to pay for the mortgage. It just so happen that my credit is really bad...around 500...I have several collections worth 200, 300 etc...I'm willing to pay these off...How many months do I need to wait for me to fix my credit score after I pay off my collections? Thank you.

2007-09-20 11:16:21 · 5 answers · asked by maria isabela l 1 in Credit

2007-09-20 11:16:10 · 2 answers · asked by bridgette e 1 in Personal Finance

my mom passed away and she had a 401k thru kaiser where she worked for 10 years. before that she work at whitter pres hospital for like 15 years. how can i find out if she had a 401k plan thru them as well? and can i combine the two?

2007-09-20 11:15:12 · 2 answers · asked by jesicka 2 in Personal Finance

I'm going to a job interview in a few days..it's for a gunsmith position at a local firearm shop. What should I wear? Should I go all out with slacks, button-up shirt, and a tie? Or, slacks and a sweater? Or?

2007-09-20 11:14:45 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

2007-09-20 11:13:22 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Credit

How are we as consumers benefiting from it?

2007-09-20 11:12:26 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Credit

An Associate Or Bachelor's degree is too expensive at this stage of life. My greatest strengths are creativity, resourcefulness, and empathy. I need a guaranteed, part-time income ASAP. As far as selling goes, I'm more persuasive creating written materials than I am in person. I tend to be friendly but reserved. Any advice is appreciated.

2007-09-20 11:08:48 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Careers & Employment

hello. im looking to have rhinoplasty done. some say that i may have my insurance cover it and some say no. what are some cases that it is covered? thanks everyone

2007-09-20 11:08:45 · 5 answers · asked by Jennifer B 1 in Insurance

It seems no matter what kind of job I get, I simply can't keep them.

It's not the work, I don't mind the hard work. But it's the people. I just can't deal with them, I'm so bad at dealing with people...

Anyone have any advice on how I can keep my job? I'm working at Sonic at the momment, but I'm so close to quiting because I can't deal with the stress :(

2007-09-20 11:04:33 · 12 answers · asked by noneya 1 in Other - Careers & Employment

How many do you have? and what do you use them for?

I 3 checking accounts with 3 different banks and am undecided on which one to close- if any.

I just wanted to know on average how many do people have and why?

2007-09-20 11:03:19 · 4 answers · asked by K.C. 5 in Personal Finance

We file a return.
We pay tax fees in 4 sets in a year for the tax we have filed.
We get tax return.
This return is always less than the sum of tax fees we pay in the year.

I dont understand why should we file a tax when we get lesser return.

Can someone explain me the need of each step as you would do to a common man?

2007-09-20 11:03:15 · 3 answers · asked by Arch 2 in United States

Where were you when used mobile banking? What transaction did you make? How did it come help you. Thanks. I'm a grad student researching how technology changes are having an effect on everyday life on a granular level.

2007-09-20 11:00:44 · 1 answers · asked by JimmyBro 1 in Personal Finance