Finance

Multi-millionaire Youtuber Mr. Beast has explained that despite raking in hundreds of millions a year, he spends most of his money on his channel.  Financial Lessons from Mr. Beast While most of us are unlikely to make millions from YouTube, perhaps there is still something to learn from Mr. Beast, the streaming Wunderkind who makes […]

The minimum wage is hotly debated in the United States. This election year, we explore the potential impacts of raising the federal minimum wage. Minimum Wage Has Not Changed in 15 Years While some states have opted to increase the minimum wage on a regional level, the federal minimum wage has remained at $7.25 per […]

In 2024, the gender pay gap is still a significant problem in the United States. This issue has far-reaching impacts across all genders and income levels. 19th Century Feminists Start the Fight for Equal Pay In the mid-nineteenth century, the first cries for equal pay rang out as early feminists fought for equality across the […]

Right now, there’s a major effort from both Democrats and Republicans to push through a significant military aid package for Ukraine and its allies. President Joe Biden and some leading Senate Republicans are spearheading this initiative, emphasizing the critical need for support as Ukraine faces off against Russian aggression. House Faces a Crucial Decision After […]

It’s officially tax season, which means the annual ritual of crunching numbers, filling out forms, and hoping for a refund or, at the very least, minimal taxes is upon us! Tax season often feels like navigating a labyrinth of rules and regulations without a map, so we’ve decided to help you out.  Navigating Tax Season […]

When Shohei Ohtani inked a jaw-dropping $700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, he didn’t just make sports headlines—he stirred up a tax talk that’s got everyone from fans to financial buffs tuning in. This isn’t your usual chatter about home runs and strikeouts; it’s all about the clever play behind the scenes that […]

The United States is contending with a staggering rental eviction crisis, with certain regions feeling the brunt of the impact more so than other states. Nationwide Increase in Eviction Filings Across the country, there has been a troubling rise in eviction filings, signaling a looming housing instability crisis. Eviction Lab Insights The Eviction Lab at […]

Embarking on a journey toward financial stability can be daunting, but armed with the right knowledge and strategies, it becomes an achievable goal. Let’s explore actionable steps to effectively assess, plan, and navigate your financial future. First, Assess Your Current Financial Situation Calculate your net worth by subtracting debts from assets.  “Know where you stand […]

As housing prices continue climbing across the United States, there’s a crisis looming on the horizon. Homelessness is on the rise, and one startling new trend is the aging face of those without homes. The country finds itself ill-equipped to provide adequate housing solutions for the growing number of older Americans facing dire circumstances. Escalating […]

Home seekers may be in for a slight reprieve in 2024 as economic trends and changing mortgage rates bring about some favorable conditions in the real estate market. Mortgage Rates Take a Turn After a period of high rates, 2024 is expected to bring some relief with mortgage rates projected to fall below 6 percent. […]