Category Archives: employment

Will the increase in minimum wage help or hinder workers?

The minimum wage increased to $7.25 on July 24th.  However, many are questioning whether this will be a boost to workers considering the current economic climate.  Some economists are arguing that this is another stimulus for the economy.  But is … Continue reading

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What is Making Work Pay?

Making Work Pay is a new tax credit as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.  It will give taxpayers a refundable tax credit of up to $400 for single taxpayers and $800 for married taxpayers filing … Continue reading

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