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7 Things You Need to Know About Life Insurance

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 Life insurance is a critical aspect of personal finance that provides financial protection for your family in case of an unexpected death. Here are the key things you need to know about life insurance: Purpose: The main purpose of life insurance is to provide financial security to your loved ones in the event of your death. The policy pays out a death benefit to the beneficiaries, which can be used to cover expenses like funeral costs, outstanding debts, and living expenses. Types of life insurance: There are two main types of life insurance - term life insurance and whole life insurance. Term life insurance provides coverage for a specified term, usually 10, 20, or 30 years, and pays out a death benefit if the policyholder dies within that term. Whole life insurance, also known as permanent life insurance, provides coverage for the policyholder's entire life and also accumulates cash value over time. Coverage amount: When choosing life insurance, it is essential to determine the

What Students Should Consider When Looking for a Boarding House for Rent?

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Living in a boarding house can be a great experience for students , providing a sense of independence and the opportunity to meet new people . However , there are a few things that students should consider when looking for a boarding house for rent . Location First , it is important to research the house and to ensure that it is a good fit for you . Ask questions about the house and its amenities , such as the number of bedrooms and bathrooms , the availability of laundry facilities , and the cost of rent . You should also consider the location of the house and whether it is close to campus or public transportation . It is also necessary to ensure that you are comfortable with your roomm ates and the environment of the house . House Rules and Regulations It is important to make sure that you are familiar with the house rules and regulations and that you

Paano Mag-apply ng Housing Loan sa Pag-IBIG?

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Paano nga ba mag apply ng housing loan sa Pag-IBIG? Pag-usapan natin ang proseso. Ang hakbang para mag-apply ng housing loan sa Pag-IBIG ay: Mag-register bilang Pag-IBIG Fund member. Kumuha ng Member Data Form at i-accomplish ito. Magbayad ng regular contribution sa Pag-IBIG Fund. Mag-submit ng Member Data Form at kopya ng sariling ID sa Pag-IBIG branch. Kumuha ng certification of Pag-IBIG Fund membership at contribution. Mag-apply sa housing loan sa pagpapatunay na ikaw ay regular na nagbabayad ng contribution sa Pag-IBIG Fund. I-submit ang kinakailangang dokumento tulad ng Income Tax Return at proof of billing. Sundan ang proseso ng loan application hanggang sa makatugon sa loan. Note: Ang detalye at kinakailangan ay maaaring magbago kaya dapat suriin ang website ng Pag-IBIG Fund o kumonsulta sa kanilang branch para sa pinakabagong impormasyon.

Work From Home: Challenges and Benefits

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Working from home has become a common practice for many people due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The trend has been growing for a few years, but the pandemic has accelerated its adoption.  While working from home has its benefits, such as flexibility and the ability to save on commuting time and costs, it also has its challenges. One of the biggest challenges of working from home is the lack of separation between work and personal life. It can be difficult to switch off from work, leading to longer hours and decreased work-life balance.  Another challenge is the lack of interaction with colleagues, which can lead to feelings of isolation and decreased morale. To mitigate these issues, it's important to establish clear boundaries between work and personal life and to find ways to stay connected with colleagues, such as through virtual coffee breaks or online meetings. Despite its challenges, working from home has many benefits.  For one, it allows for more flexibility in terms of work s

I'm Back...

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 I am re-activating this blog. This was my very first blog when I started dabbling with the Internet way back 2007. It has been 16 long years, wow!

How to Make A Person Who Owes You Money Pay You Back

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How to File a Small Claim in Iligan City Do you have a friend who owes you money but never pays you back? Is the amount owed a hundred thousand pesos or less? Is the person just keeps on promising you to pay but never do? Have you exhausted all 'friendly' means but to no avail? Someone owed me money and she failed to pay and refused to honor our written agreement so I decided to bring my case to the Small Claims court. This is very educational and refreshing for me because, like many other people out there, I never thought I could easily and inexpensively file a claim against someone who refuses to pay me back. Filing a case in court takes a lot of time and money which discourages people to sue their debtors. It's a good thing to know that the Supreme Court has come up with Small Claims which allows ordinary people like you and me file a claim in court against another who conveniently forgets to pay the sum of money owed. As I have mentioned above, this is the f

Most Popular New Year's Resolutions

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I was making my own New Year's resolution (nah, I won't be publishing them here :P) when I came across USA.gov 's post about what citizens of the United States of America want to change about themselves each year. Read on and find out if your own New Year's resolution make to the top 10 list :) 1. Drink Less Alcohol 2. Eat Healthy Food 3. Get a Better Education 4. Get a Better Job 5. Get Fit 6. Lose Weight 7. Manage Debt 8. Manage Stress 9. Quit Smoking 10. Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle I think I need to add number 6 to my own list. I feel like I'm getting heavier each day and still I keep putting off buying that treadmill!