Another insurance company has pulled out of California, joining a long list of names that are worried about the potential effects of extreme weather. The state and insurers are now “at a major crossroads,” according to experts. Insurance Woes in California California homeowners are facing increasing difficulties obtaining private insurance as yet another major insurer, […]
Finance
Investing in the Future: 12 Excuses for Buying Things We Don’t Need
Ah, the art of justification! When it comes to shopping, our minds can be incredibly creative, especially when rationalizing purchases we don’t necessarily need. From the allure of sales to the promise of self-improvement, here are 12 humorously relatable excuses we’ve all used to justify our more questionable shopping decisions. #1. The Self-Care Advocate “Self-care […]
Burden of Debt Is Forcing Millenials to Miss Major Life Milestones
In the U.S., young adults are facing financial challenges unlike those of their parents. The burden of debt driven by enormous mortgages and students loans are having a dramatic impact on key life milestones. Financial Dependence on Parents The Pew Research Center reports that less than half of 18- to 34-year-olds are fully financially independent […]
Harvard Study Reveals Housing Affordability Hit Crisis Point This Month for Many
A report from Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies has revealed that a huge number of Americans will struggle to pay rent this month. Financial Strain on Tenants The report said that 50% of all US tenants spend over 30% of their income on rent and utilities. Middle-Income Renters Under Pressure Even middle-income renters […]
Big Mac Price Hikes – How Much Will You Pay?
In a McDonald’s restaurant in Connecticut, the affordable fast-food restaurant proved to be anything but as their menu was revealed to contain a Big Mac Combo for $18 and a $19 Quarter Pounder meal, among other shocking deals. The Big Mac Debate in Darien, Connecticut There’s been an outrage from the internet over a pricey […]
13 Cities Where Home Prices are Expected to Drop in 2024
Open up any real estate app, and you’ll quickly see that home prices have hit staggering highs. For many aspiring homeowners, the American dream feels increasingly out of reach in this ballooning market. But there’s a silver lining on the horizon. Analysts are pointing to a potential shift in 2024, with forecasts indicating that home […]
Southern Border Crisis: $451 Billion Burden on the American Taxpayer
A report has revealed just how much of a burden the Southern Border crisis is on the American taxpayer, claiming that $451 billion is spent annually on different sectors due to the influx. The Southern Border Crisis A Republican-led investigation has revealed that the cost of the southern border crisis on American taxpayers is around […]
Spending Spree: Political Battle as White House Approves $78 Billion Tax Deal
The House Republicans’ push for a $78 billion tax deal, including business incentives and an expanded child tax credit, has now been approved by the White House and the Ways and Means Committee. The crucial House floor vote is set after bipartisan approval in the House Ways and Means Committee. GOP Dilemmas Speaker Mike Johnson […]
Vermont Takes Bold Action to Tax the Rich With Historic Bill
Vermont is introducing a historic bill that would see a rise in tax payments from its wealthier residents in an attempt to fund issues brought on by the wide financial inequality in the state. Vermont’s Progressive Stance on Wealth Tax Vermont has introduced two bills aiming to impose wealth taxes on its wealthiest residents in […]
A Day Without Women: Iceland’s Strike to Highlight Gender-Pay Gap
In a striking demonstration, women across Iceland momentarily stepped away from their roles, both in offices and at homes, to bring attention to the persistent gender pay gap and the issue of gender-based violence. This silent yet resonant protest not only underscores the critical role of women but also offers the United States an opportunity […]