http://www.meridianstar.com en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Sun, 11 May 2008 00:54:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_132005425.html http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_132005425.html It’s no surprise that a turbulent stock market is making some investors in employer-sponsored 401(k) retirement plans wary of putting any more money into these plans. But a volatile stock market doesn’t mean you should stop or cut back on contributions to your 401(k). Sun, 11 May 2008 00:54:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_132005511.html http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_132005511.html Do you regularly monitor your company’s cash accounts? You should. Even if you leave the job to your bookkeeper or accountant, you should stay aware of where the cash is going and how the spending is approved. Sun, 04 May 2008 00:10:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_125001042.html http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_125001042.html The City of Meridian has officially "gone green," and in addition to lessening their impact on the environment, Meridian Mayor John Robert Smith said "going green" is going to save the city a lot of money as well. Sun, 04 May 2008 00:09:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_125000948.html http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_125000948.html Sun, 04 May 2008 00:07:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_125000735.html http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_125000735.html Cash-strapped individuals may see a loan from their 401(k) as a tempting way out of a crisis. But tapping your nest egg prematurely can be a very expensive option. Sun, 04 May 2008 00:07:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_125000801.html http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_125000801.html Sun, 04 May 2008 00:05:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_125000619.html http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_125000619.html You may have been hearing a lot lately about the Federal Reserve, better known the “Fed”, and its chairman, Ben Bernanke. You may also already know that the Fed has an influence on interest rates, which in turn influences the economy. Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:11:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_118001134.html http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_118001134.html Rush Health Systems is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher M. Rush as Director of Regional Operations for Rush Health Systems. In this capacity, Chris will be responsible for Laird Hospital, Watkins Hospital, Scott Regional Hospital and Alexander Nursing Center. Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:09:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_118000932.html http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_118000932.html If you’re like most people, you think estate planning is only for the wealthy. The truth is that everyone — regardless of how much money they have — needs an estate plan. Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:09:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_118001002.html http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_118001002.html Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:08:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_118000848.html http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_118000848.html If you’re a business owner focused on day-to-day operations, motivating your employees may be fairly low on your priority scale. But a motivated staff is a productive staff, and without incentives, your best people could leave for more satisfying endeavors. Sun, 13 Apr 2008 00:18:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_104001840.html http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_104001840.html Winter brings a number of driving hazards, but one of the most hated is the pothole. An encounter with one can leave damaged tires, wheels and suspension components in its wake. Sun, 13 Apr 2008 00:16:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_104001754.html http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_104001754.html Most people are willing to give you their two cents on what to do with your money. Advice is easy to find, but good advice may be harder to come by. Sun, 13 Apr 2008 00:16:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_104001635.html http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_104001635.html April 15 is almost here. If you won’t be able to file your 2007 income tax return by then, don’t forget to request an extension by filing Form 4868 with the IRS. Wed, 09 Apr 2008 09:31:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_100093102.html http://www.meridianstar.com/business/local_story_100093102.html Cost-cutting helps Circuit City report a 4Q profit despite lower sales