As inflation rates rise, consumers are struggling to find room in the budget for rising costs. But inflation has been good for the performance of Series I savings bonds, government-backed securities that are currently paying 9.62% interest […]
With the third pandemic summer just around the corner, music fans are gearing up for the return of concerts and music festivals. And according to the latest LendingTree survey, attendance is expected to return to […]
Inflation is making almost everything more expensive, including buying and selling a home.Skyrocketing home values give sellers a lot of options. Competition is so high that many sellers can simply find a real estate agent, list […]
In recent years, research has revealed a significant disparity in the financial well-being of LGBTQ+ adults compared to the general population, particularly among transgender people and LGBTQ+ people of color. The major drivers behind this […]
Home to three Fortune 500 companies, one King of rock ‘n’ roll, and the largest pork barbecue-cooking competition in the world, Memphis is also coming into its own as a desirable housing market. Real estate […]
As a nation, it’s important to commemorate those who have dedicated their lives to the defense of their fellow citizens. From California to the New York island, there is no shortage of courageous individuals across […]
As society is gradually moving away from pandemic restrictions and protective measures, companies in the United States and internationally are, some more gently than others, pushing for employees to return to offices. And […]
You’ve probably imagined yourself behind the wheel of a Lamborghini, cruising in a Maserati, or putting the pedal to the metal in a red Ferrari. Exotic cars are typically low-slung sports cars, often with an […]
Government impostor scams decreased in 2021 after peaking during the pandemic, but scam victims still lost twice as much money that year to fake government agents, according to new research from the Better Business Bureau (BBB). With […]
If you’re like us, the chances are that you’re wondering if we will ever get to travel again! The masked trips to grocery stores, friends’ houses, and the nearby park just aren’t cutting it anymore. […]
Despite the Fed’s most aggressive interest rate hike since 2000, consumer prices continued to surge in May, adding to fears that inflation may be out of control. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, […]
In early June, the Biden administration announced a National Initiative to Advance Building Codes to encourage state and local governments to enforce modern building codes when constructing new homes and buildings. Building codes are minimum standards […]
One is the Loneliest Number Energy is the only sector in the S&P 500 that’s positive over 3-month, 6-month, and year-to-date periods. If we take that window back one year, the only other sectors […]
Not all wills are alike; there are actually four main kinds and one of them is right for you. Sure, writing a will can be an easy task to put off until “someday.” But what […]
As prices for everyday purchases continue to surge in the United States, many families struggle to make ends meet. And even among those who manage to keep their standard of living and pay all […]
If you’re looking for a beach town to live in that won’t break the bank, you’re in luck. There are plenty of affordable beach towns in America, and we’ve put together a list of 15 […]
Florida has generated reams of feverish headlines lately for controversies about the teaching of sex and gender issues in public schools, and whether the Disney corporation should maintain special tax status after speaking out […]
As inflation creeped up to the highest level in more than 40 years in recent months, the issue of rising costs of living has also climbed to the top of Americans’ mind. You […]
Investing is a lot like riding a roller coaster. Some love the thrill of taking big risks with the possibility of getting even bigger rewards. Others get anxious with every market dip and downturn. […]
Fidelity Investments, one of the nation’s biggest retirement plan providers, announced it will introduce bitcoin as a 401(k) investment option for plan participants later this year. This marks the first time a major financial plan provider […]
The count is in—we know that last year, early-stage funding in global startups reached $201 billion. That’s an incredible $100 billion more than the previous year, and almost $30 billion of it went to seed-stage startups. […]
Depression is a major health issue that can impact all areas of our lives — including how we feel about and manage our money. Given that estimates of depression rates run as high as one […]
In the hilly, seaside neighborhood of La Jolla in San Diego, a new cliffside mansion has recently hit the market. And it’s holding headlines with its ambitious asking price and endless list of customizations. Priced at $32.5 million, […]
Why are Colorado residents receiving this money? The legislature is opting to send taxpayers the money because of a record state surplus. “Instead of the government sitting on money that Coloradans earned, we want […]
In response to June 10’s worse-than-expected inflation reading, which makes another drastic rate hike a foregone conclusion ahead of this week’s Fed meeting, stocks were getting hammered on Friday and Monday. The S&P 500 […]
Digital money is becoming more accessible to kids and younger and younger ages. It’s integrated with the games they play and apps they love. Aside from digital technology, sometimes your kids need access to […]
Outside of housing and transportation, Americans spend more on food than any other category. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2020 the average U.S. household shelled out $7,316 on food, including groceries and […]
Proof of the financial fallout from the past several years is starting to show in a startling way. Credit card debt and interest rates are both heading to record-high numbers – and it’s […]
Almost half of Americans (47%) are considering a financial resolution for 2022, according to a recent survey by MoneyGeek. So, what happened in 2021 that sparked a revitalized money mindset? For Millennials, it boils down […]
The COVID-19 pandemic brought a significant shock to the U.S. economy in 2020. Unemployment rose to 14.7% in April of that year — a figure that doesn’t even include those who voluntarily exited the workforce. Many […]