Author Archives: Jill D. Hollander

CYPRUS – THE STRAW THAT BREAKS THE CAMEL’S BACK?

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Jill D. Hollander

While Cyprus is small in terms of size within the European Union (population of just over one million), it was significant because it had a large banking center concentrated in their two banks (Bank of Cyprus and Laiki Bank). Right … Continue reading →

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THE SEQUESTER

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Jill D. Hollander

There was a lot of saber rattling when the mandatory cuts went into effect. But little impact has been noticed – yet. We have a complex economy. It takes time for changes to filter down through the economy, be they … Continue reading →

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STARTLING FACTS ABOUT U.S. LIFE EXPECTANCY*

Posted on March 3, 2013 by Jill D. Hollander

The National Research Council andInstituteofMedicinereported that compared to other developed countries, Americans Die younger Have more illnesses Have more accidents Have higher infant mortality  Even if you are wealthy, college educated, and insured, people in 17 affluent countries have longer … Continue reading →

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