If you’re keeping up with the news, then you know government reports say lots of jobs are being added, and unemployment staying low. This made it sound like the job market is doing great, but people looking for jobs tell a different story. What the Numbers Say According to a new report from the Bureau […]
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Cutting Unnecessary Costs: How to Trim Expenses Without Sacrificing Your Quality of Life
If you want to reduce your spending without cutting out products and services that improve your life, consider these practical tips. Save More Without the Lifestyle Drop Saving money can be a minefield, and for some people cutting down on costs means giving up many of the little luxuries that make their lives enjoyable. But […]
United Auto Workers Secure Game-Changing Deal: Shaping the Future of the Auto Industry
The United Auto Workers struck a monumental deal with Detroit’s Big Three automakers. While it’s a clear win for UAW workers, the broader impact on the economy and car buyers remains uncertain. Substantial Gains for UAW Workers The new contracts propose significant wage increases. Brandon Bell, a Ford worker, anticipates his hourly rate to jump […]
Sofia Vergara and Netflix Face Lawsuit Over ‘Griselda’ Series Depiction
Sofia Vergara and Netflix are being sued by an infamous Colombian drug lord’s son after the release of the smash hit “Griselda” on the streaming service. Introduction to the Griselda Series Netflix’s limited series, “Griselda,” featuring Sofía Vergara as infamous Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco, was released before the controversy began. Blanco’s last surviving son, […]
Immigration Poised to Supercharge the U.S. Economy by $7 Trillion
There’s some good financial news in the air as the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has released some new figures indicating something huge for the U.S. economy: we’re in for an estimated $7 trillion boost in the next decade! Economic Boost from Immigration What’s the momentum behind the CBO’s new estimates? Immigration. The CBO is expecting […]
States Cash In as the Rich Get Taxed
Across America, states are taking aim at the wallets of the wealthy. From California to New York, proposals for wealth taxation are making waves. With millions at stake, these states are poised to tap into the fortunes of the elite. California’s Wealth Tax Proposal California leads with proposals to tax its approximately 160 billionaires and […]
Retirement Age Hike to Support 1.6 Billion Seniors: Should We Riot Like the French?
Interested in how the changing demographics – longer lifespans and declining birth rates – are reshaping our world? With experts suggesting that the world will see over 1.6 billion people aged 65+ by 2050, we dive into the economic impacts and what they could mean for your everyday finances. Aging Population, Declining Birth Rates It’s […]
Super Bowl Players’ Payouts Hit New Highs As Viewers Deal with “Shrinkflation” on Game Snacks
Super Bowl 58 financially rewarded the players more than ever, but President Biden was focused on “Shrinkflation” during the pre-game build-up. Here’s a breakdown of the prize money secured per player for both teams. Super Bowl 58 The latest Super Sunday was a gripping game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers, […]
Looking for a Better Tax Deal? These 14 States Have Slashed Income Taxes in 2024
14 states are lowering tax rates in 2024, but what does this actually mean for the individual states and their residents? Fourteen States This year 14 U.S. states are rolling out relief for their taxpayers, with plans to reduce individual tax rates for residents. 2024 Tax Plans These tax plans for 2024 have been unveiled […]
Who Will Be the First Trillionaire? Musk, Bezos, and Arnault Lead the Wealth Race
We’re used to hearing about billionaires and their lavish lifestyles, but get ready for a whole new level of wealth – the trillionaire. Oxfam’s Warning Oxfam, the charity organization fighting against poverty, says we might see the world’s first trillionaire within the next ten years. Billionaire’s Bonus in 2020 Between the years 2020 and 2021, […]