How Much Extra Would You Pay for 'Made in the USA'?

American-made goods can sometimes be 80 percent more expensive than foreign imports.

The Jobseeker's Holiday Survival Guide

10 steps to find the joy in the December job hunt.

Unemployment: What Are the Big Trends?

Unemployment rate improves as long-term unemployment persists.

The Best Things to Buy in December

Is 'Good Debt' Ruining Your Chance of Retiring?

Don't let monthly bills weigh you down.

Is Your Job the 1 of 10 That Could Disappear?

These jobs are ripe for downsizing, thanks to technology.

8 Ways to Finish the Year Strong

There's plenty to do this year to get ready for the new year.

Sick and Mired: Are Your Debts Making You Crazy?

What to do if your finances are taking a toll on your health.

5 Podcasts That'll Help You Think Like an Entrepreneur

Listen, learn, and reap the rewards of free advice.

6 Popular Tax Breaks That Could Disappear in 2014

Without extensions from Congress, several important tax breaks may end.

4 Important Money Lessons We Learned While Working for Minimum Wage

Sometimes jobs that pay the least teach you the most valuable money lessons.

Why December Is Prime Time For Your Job Search

Companies often 'find' money they must spend by year's end.

4 Out of 5 Workers Say They Need New Skills

A new survey from Kaplan/LinkedIn reinforces need to keep skills fresh.

5 Programs Helping the Long-Term Unemployed Find Work

Long-term unemployment has surged 213 percent since 2007.

Lifestyle Inflation: How to Earn More, Spend More, and Get Nowhere

Increasing your spending when you get a bigger paycheck isn't a recipe for financial success.

Fidelity Reveals the Secret to Becoming a Retirement Millionaire

Find out the savings habits of people who retire with a comfortable nest egg.

Top 10 Companies Hiring This Week

Looking for a job? Many companies are hiring.

The 19 Fastest Growing Occupations

These are the jobs that will see explosive growth by 2017

Blended-Family Finance: Tips Every Modern 'Brady Bunch' Should Consider

How to overcome the financial challenges of merging two households.

Over 50 and Behind the Curve for Retirement? It's Catch-Up Time!

Maxing out qualified retirement accounts can allow you to bolster your nest egg for the future.

How to Get Your Side Business Started While Working a Day Job

True job security no longer exists.

Top 10 Companies Hiring This Week

Looking for a job? Several companies are hiring.

Millennials Forced To Move Back Home After Starting Career

Higher rate than Gen X and baby boomers when they started in the workforce, study says.

11 Untapped Places To Network

Always talk to people you don't think can help you

Top 10 Companies Hiring This Week

Looking for a job? Several national companies have thousands of openings.

Fear of Finance: 5 Tips to Make Dealing With Money Less Scary

When it comes to your personal finances, it's best to be proactive rather than reactive.

Young and Employed, but Still Short of Money? You Need a Side Hustle

There's money to be made from the skills you spent all those years honing.

Halloween 2013: Americans to Spend $330M on Pet Costumes

The National Retail Federation estimates that about 158 million Americans will celebrate Halloween this year.

The Islander Restaurant Set to Reopen Next Week, Says Owner

The restaurant, forced to relocate in August to it’s current location in the first floor of the Aviara Apartments building, could reopen as early as Monday, Oct. 7.

Map: What Are the Richest Parts of Mercer Island?

The map below shows the median income in blocks across your neighborhood as reported by the US Census Bureau.

Life Insurance Advocate, Church Communications Director, Cook: Now Hiring on Mercer Island

Mercer Island Patch gives a roundup of local job opportunities for the week of Sept. 30.

Mercerdale Hillside Townhomes Project Seeks Height Variance

A cluster of six attached and semi-attached town home buildings are planned for construction on a steep hillside at 2960 and 2970 76th Ave. SE near Mercerdale Park.

Freshy's, Green Space Could Give Way for Transit-Oriented Development

The multi-family development could also serve as the site for a Sound Transit-funded parking garage for the future Mercer Island Light Rail station.

Over 50? 4 Things You Must Do To Get A Job

Address employers' biggest concerns and you'll have a fighting chance.

Top 10 Companies Hiring This Week

AOL Jobs tracked down the 10 top companies that are hiring this week around the USA, including the Seattle area.

Now Hiring: Volleyball Coach, Albertsons Asst. Store Director, Portuguese Tutor

Mercer Island Patch gives a roundup of local job opportunities for the week of Aug. 9.

Barista, Personal Banker, Dietary Aide: Now Hiring on Mercer Island

Mercer Island Patch gives a roundup of local job opportunities for the week of Sept. 3.

$1 Coffee Through October at 7-Eleven Stores

7-Eleven coffee is made from 100% Arabica beans.

Filling Up Before Labor Day? Where to Find the Best Gas Prices on Mercer Island

Day-to-day prices are lower than last year, according to AAA.

City Updates JobLink to Connect Teens, Residents to Entry-Level Jobs

Mercer Island's Youth and Family Service Department is updating JobLink, a web site that hosts local, entry-level job listings.