Unlocking the Doors to Financial Empowerment
Months after California brought in a new $20 minimum wage for fast food workers, we finally have some actual evidence of how the industry has been affected. California’s $20 Minimum Wage for Fast Food Workers Last September, Californian Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law that promised fast-food chain workers a minimum wage of … Read more
Finance experts have taken on the subject of retirement savings, and the outlook might be a lot more optimistic than you’d previously been led to believe. Retirement Savings Myths Ever feel like you need to save a fortune to retire comfortably? Well, despite what you may have heard, the experts don’t agree. Misleading Retirement Savings … Read more
New data has revealed a shocking turnaround for an industry that used to dominate American life. The Golden Age of Cable TV Cable TV used to be huge. 30 years ago – in the 90s – over 60 million American households were signed up to a cable package and the companies were making more money … Read more
America is currently seeing an unprecedented rise in the number of retiring millionaires. Let’s take a look at what’s causing this. Millionaire Milestone Image Credit: Shutterstock / Perfect Wave The stock market is booming, and with it, a lot of people’s retirement accounts. Thanks to its recent performance, the number of 401(k) millionaires has hit … Read more
Despite a miserable view of the economy, Americans are spending like never before. From retail therapy to essential services, customer behavior just isn’t making sense. But what’s driving this surge in spending when the economy seems so bleak? A Pricey Pandemic During the pandemic, Americans trapped inside turned to online shopping for everything from luxury … Read more
Are you dreaming of leaving the 9-to-5 grind behind and retiring early to pursue your passions? With careful planning and strategic financial decisions, early retirement with $1 million could be within reach. Dreaming of Early Retirement In this guide, we’ll explore practical steps and lifestyle adjustments that can help you achieve financial independence and retire … Read more
Colorado’s ski towns are stirring up a storm with a controversial idea: taxing homes that sit empty for most of the year. Empty Homes, Empty Wallets Resort communities across the state are pushing for a “vacancy tax” to tackle the housing crisis that’s hitting locals hard. Pushing for Change in Resort Communities The Colorado Association … Read more
Southwest Airlines is saying goodbye to its famous open seating plan. Farewell to Free-for-All Southwest is officially ditching the free-for-all seating arrangement in favor of assigned seats and extra-legroom options. It’s the end of an era for a policy that has been a huge part of the airline’s brand for over 50 years now. Legroom … Read more
Mcdonald’s is in trouble as customers have started voting with their wallets. McDonald’s Faces a Cash Crunch For the first time in almost four years, McDonald’s has been in hot water. The fast-food giant’s global sales have dropped, and it’s not looking pretty. The Fast-Food Giant Hits Troubling Times Sales worldwide fell by 1% from … Read more
California’s for-profit education system faces intense scrutiny as taxpayer money continues to flow into troubled institutions, raising concerns over state oversight. The For-Profit Education Bombshell CalMatters has just dropped a new report on California’s handling of for-profit schools – and it’s not painting a great picture. Taxpayer Money Down the Drain Taxpayer money has been … Read more