A study by Priority Management Pittsburgh found that people spend five years waiting in line, six months at traffic lights, four years doing housework and two years answering phone calls. The study suggests using time more efficiently for important tasks, like spending time with children. Wendy’s won the prize for fastest fast food service. Americans […]
Long distance relationships are challenging and require trust, communication, and commitment. The lack of face-to-face contact can be frustrating, but it can also help couples appreciate each other more. It’s important to evaluate if a long distance relationship is right for you before committing. A relationship can be challenging enough, but it can be even […]
Most paper checks can be disposed of once reconciled with monthly statements, but some need to be kept for tax purposes. Canceled checks should be kept for a minimum of seven years for tax records, while routine payments can be discarded after three years. It’s important to keep receipts and supporting documents for business expenses. […]
Long-distance marriages occur when spouses live far apart due to dual careers or demanding jobs. Successful long-distance marriages require commitment and open communication. Couples may visit each other and rely on each other during extended travel periods. Seeking professional advice is recommended. A long-distance marriage is a marriage in which spouses live at separate addresses, […]
Long commutes lead to negative mental, physical, and social problems. Commuters who travel 45 minutes to work are 40% more likely to separate or divorce. Long commutes contribute to health problems, obesity, and higher stress rates. Americans commute an average of 24 minutes to work. Studies on the effects of long-distance commutes have found that […]
A long bond is a safe and stable investment in bonds with a maturity of 10 years or more, offering a guaranteed principal investment and set interest rate, backed by the stability of its issuing body. A long bond describes any investment in bonds with a maturity of 10 years or more. Sometimes the term […]
“Long in the tooth” is an idiom referring to older people who are too experienced for a particular role. The phrase comes from the practice of examining horses’ teeth to determine their age. The phrase is often used in sports, theater, and social engagements, and can also be applied to inanimate objects. The expression “don’t […]
Long-range planning involves looking beyond the immediate future to understand market and other conditions that may exist down the road. It includes identifying areas for expansion, anticipating competition, and developing capital improvement plans for infrastructure. For businesses, anything outside of a normal operating budget could be considered a long-term plan, while for governments, it could […]
Long thoracic nerve palsy causes the scapula to protrude and can result in shoulder pain and loss of motion. It is often caused by direct injury or repetitive motion and can also involve the brachial plexus nerve. Diagnosis involves testing the electrical conductivity of the nerve and treatment options include physical therapy and surgery. Long […]
Jeremy Harper counted aloud to one million in 2007, earning a place in the Guinness Book of World Records. He raised $12,000 for charity and was live-streamed during the 89-day ordeal, taking breaks only to eat, sleep, and use the bathroom. Harper never left his home and averaged 11,200 counts per day. It turns out […]
Keep tax documentation for at least seven years, including W-2s, but discard accompanying materials like receipts and interest income statements. Retain some tax documents for more than ten years to prove eligibility for retirement income. It’s often hard to know when you can get rid of personal records, like tax paperwork. Also, it can be […]
A long hedge is an investment technique that protects against loss by setting an agreed price for a product purchased in the future through a futures contract. It is used to offset potential losses in other investments and is often used by business owners to lock in costs for future contracts. Short hedging is used […]
Long and short equity is a popular investment strategy used by hedge fund managers to bet on the direction of a stock’s value. The long part is a bet that a stock will increase in value, while the short end is a bet that it will decline. The strategy was first used in 1949 by […]
A moment was a unit of time measurement in medieval times, lasting 90 seconds. It was based on shadows on a sundial and no longer widely used after the invention of the mechanical clock. Today, it is used as a figure of speech for a short period of time. Time has been measured since ancient […]
A long-term mortgage extends beyond the typical 15-30 year term and may be allowed for properties in excellent condition, with historical significance, or for exceptional borrowers. Some investors use it to keep monthly payments low while renovating a property, while others use it to build equity. It can be advantageous but should be paid off […]
A long bond is a bond investment with a term of 10 years or more, and may refer specifically to the 30-year US bond. It is a safe and stable investment with a fixed interest rate and guaranteed return of principal, backed by the stability of its issuer. A long bond describes any bond investment […]
