MONEY SAVVY WEEKEND : Financial Planner : Checklist: Labor Day Weekend
Things to do this weekend with your money: Labor Day weekend is a good time to review your job situation.
Today: Know your benefits. You may be aware of your job’s more valuable perks--a 401(k), pension, health and life insurance, a tax-saver account for child care and medical expenses. But many companies offer other benefits and discounts, such as low-cost disability, auto or long-term care insurance; free legal help; credit union membership; short-term therapy; tuition reimbursement and scholarships; discounts on movie tickets and other entertainment.
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Saturday: Update your resume. Your earning power is your most valuable financial asset. Even if you’re happy at your present job, you should occasionally revise your resume to include recent accomplishments and new goals--just in case the right job offer comes along.
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Sunday: Cruise the classifieds. Checking job listings in the newspaper and on the Web can give you some idea of the demand for your skills and prevailing wages. Other sources for gauging the market include trade publications, colleagues, competitors and executive recruiters.
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