One long-time staple of American mall retailers has closed its doors this week, officially filing for bankruptcy. More Retailers Shut Their Doors Another one bites the dust, as teen clothing retailer rue21 joins a growing list of US retailers that are shuttering stores and filing for bankruptcy. Chapter 11 Filed The Pittsburgh-based specialty retailer filed […]
Personal Finance
Middle Class Betrayed as Congress Favors Rich with Tax Cuts
Congress has passed a slew of tax breaks for the wealthy worth almost $300 billion under the guise of helping the average American. Investigating Secure 2.0 Politico’s latest investigation charts the course of a 2022 bill called the Secure 2.0 Retirement Savings Act and how it has expanded into the behemoth it is now. The […]
24 Financial Downsides of Buying a Brand New Car
Buying a new car is an exhilarating experience. It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of buying a new vehicle, but it’s not necessarily the smart choice. Some people consider buying a new car a financial trap based on the long-term financial implications. Based on these 24 reasons, do you agree? Or do […]
Boeing Executives Enjoy $500,000 in Unreported Benefits, Probe Finds
Boeing recently disclosed that they had wrongly classified $500,000 worth of personal trips for executive staff, amid ongoing problems for the company. Half a Million Undisclosed During an internal review, aviation giant Boeing admitted to spending $500,000 more on executive private jet flights than had been previously disclosed. Perks of the C–Suite Chief Executive David […]
California’s Gas Prices Show No Signs of Dropping
California motorists will need to brace themselves – gas prices are predicted to climb again in the coming months, as summer nears and geopolitical tensions increase. Gas Troubles Despite gas prices soaring in California in the last month alone, motorists in the Golden State and throughout the country may be hit with more price increases […]
See If You Qualify: Walmart Might Owe You $500
If you’re one of the hundreds of millions who shop at Walmart every week, you may be entitled to a rather large chunk of money following the results of a $45 million class-action settlement. Here are the details. Walmart’s $45 Million Settlement Any Walmart customers who bought certain types of food from any of their […]
Property Tax Hike Consideration in Illinois Leaves Homeowners Uneasy
The state with the second-highest property tax rates in the U.S. is looking to raise them even higher, spiking concern amongst homeowners. Illinois Property Tax Illinois is passing legislation that could lead to an increase in property tax for some, much to the chagrin of homeowners statewide. The House Makes Moves On Thursday, the House […]
Big Car Mistakes: 25 Cars You Should Definitely Avoid
Who doesn’t love a good car disaster story? The American automotive industry, a beacon of innovation and success, has also had its share of flops that resonated globally. Ever wondered which US cars were laughed off the stage? Or perhaps, which ones you should avoid if you’re keen on both safety and retaining your sanity? […]
19 Things You Can Get for Free Instead of Paying For
Ever wonder why your wallet’s always lighter than you think it should be? It might be because you’re spending money on things that—you guessed it—could be yours for free. Bank fees, shipping costs, and more are silently draining your funds. Ready to plug those leaks and save some cash? Let’s get into it, no nonsense […]
Costco: 8 Great Deals and 8 Items to Pass Up
Ever found yourself wandering the vast aisles of Costco, wondering if that giant jar of pickles is truly the bargain it appears to be? Or perhaps you’ve pondered over the wisdom of buying tires from the same place you get your rotisserie chicken. Welcome to the definitive, somewhat cynical, and unexpectedly enlightening guide to Costco […]