Financial

The U.S. housing market is at a turning point. High mortgage rates mean prices might drop, giving buyers a chance to get their foot in the door. Meanwhile, sellers face new challenges as interest rates and the number of homes for sale change.  U.S. Housing Market Hits Rock Bottom Image Credit: Shutterstock / T. Schneider … Read more

Navigating healthcare in retirement can feel like a maze. But did you know some states make it even harder to find affordable, quality care? Here’s a guide to help you steer clear of the worst offenders. #1. Mississippi Mississippi ranks low due to limited healthcare facilities and high rates of chronic conditions, impacting retirees’ access … Read more

2025 will see another cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security checks, but data shows these increases have not kept up with inflation. Social Security COLA Falls Short of Inflation Demands While the payments have increased by historically high percentages in recent years, they are not high enough to account for the true cost of living for … Read more

Real estate mogul and author Grant Cardone predicted that the future of homeownership will look drastically different sooner rather than later. Is Homeownership a Pipe Dream for the Average American? Image Credit: Shutterstock / New Africa In an economy that has seen home prices double in some areas over the past few years, Americans who … Read more

Are you constantly shocked by your property tax bill, or are you considering moving to another state and trying to gauge the fiscal landscape? What might your tax bill look like in these states in 2024? 1. New Jersey Image Credit: Shutterstock / Mihai_Andritoiu New Jersey holds the dubious honor of the highest property taxes … Read more

American households are worried as they grapple to make ends meet. CNN said as many as 39% can’t afford their bills. What’s the cost of living come to?  Can’t Afford Bills  According to CNN, nearly 40% of Americans are concerned that they can no longer afford their monthly bills. With the cost of living as … Read more

More than 245 million Americans have been warned about record-breaking heatwaves shifting east and moving inland this week.  No Hiding Place  The extreme heatwave that’s been sizzling up the US west coast the past few weeks now seems to be moving inward towards the mid-west and south-east areas. Get Ready for a Scorcher  That means, … Read more

In today’s digital age, influencers wield significant power over consumer spending habits, especially through platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Here’s how they’re nudging you to open your wallet more often. 1. Sponsored Content Many influencers post content that looks organic but is actually paid for by brands. This blending of advertisement and genuine recommendation … Read more

Illinois has put new legislation into effect concerning children who appear in their parents’ monetized social media content. New Law to Affect Influencers hanks to a unique new law now effective in Illinois, parenting influencers who get paid for their social media content must cough up a share of the profits when their children appear … Read more

Costco has announced a controversial policy that requires all customers to scan their membership cards before entering its stores. The goal of this is to make sure that only legitimate members can benefit from Costco’s members-only model. New Member Verification at Costco Costco has just rolled out a new membership verification policy that requires people … Read more