Challenges of Job Hunting & Home Buying Today !

The Woes of Job Hunting, 

and Home Purchasing

Today's choices are harder than ever !

If you're looking for work, it makes sense to target areas where a variety of jobs 

will be available. 

Check out which fields are your best bets today & in the future

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Calculator: Should you rent or buy a home? 

How much house can I afford?

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• Is it better to rent or buy?

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With interest rates near forty year lows, the decision to rent versus buy becomes difficult. Use this calculator to help determine which makes sense for you at this time.

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