Patriot recently attended the Washington County Chamber of Commerce, Legislative Reception in Annapolis, MD, networking with business leaders as well as elected officials from the Maryland General Assembly & the Governor’s team. The annual event provides an opportunity for businesses to share…
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Who wouldn’t love a salary increase? Whether you are being offered a new position or are looking for a raise in your current role, you should be negotiating the salary. According to Salary.com, only 37% of people always negotiate their salaries. 44% of people have never even brought up a raise during…
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Who doesn’t want a cute cuddly puppy to spend the quarantine with? Especially for people who live alone, there are psychological benefits to having a pet when you feel disconnected from your support system. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), dogs reduce stress, anxiety, and…
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Raise your hand if grocery shopping is your favorite chore. Nobody? Didn’t think so. Either way, groceries are an area where many people can save money or where you can make the money you do spend stretch further. Lots of people grocery shop without thinking much about it. You’ll be amazed at the…
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WARNING: EIP Fraud Alert The IRS is warning people about a text message scam piggybacking on the economic impact payments authorized under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act. The text reads; “You have received a direct deposit of $1,200 from covid-19 TREAS FUND. Further action…
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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Although holiday shopping will look different this year, the celebrations will go on! Check out these tips for safe shopping this holiday season. Expect Crowds Although crowds will likely be thinner than usual on the main holiday shopping days of the year,…
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Even if it feels different in 2020, the most wonderful time of the year has arrived! Get ready for the hustle and bustle of holiday shopping with these tips to keep your wallet – and everyone around your tree – happy. Set a budget Set a limit on your holiday spending! Even better, decide specifically...Read…
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Although this year has looked a lot different than usual, many Halloween festivities will still go on. Whether or not you have children who will be trick-or-treating this year, it is important to keep kids safe during this fun holiday tradition. Check out these tips to help you keep safety in mind this…
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Late on your bills this month? Trying to figure out how to catch up? It happens. Due to the Coronavirus pandemic of 2020, many people are in the same boat. Getting back on track after being behind on your bills can be difficult, but it is doable! Follow these steps to get back on track...Read More
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If you’re thinking about buying a house, congratulations! Interest rates are currently at historic lows, so it’s a great time. You’ve probably heard that purchasing a home can be quite a long process, but how do you start this process? If you will need a mortgage loan, you will first need to set…
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