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The lingering shadows of the Gilded Age stretch into the present, casting a long silhouette over America’s economic landscape. Families like the Waltons, the Mars clan, and the Cargill-MacMillans stand as pillars of enduring wealth, their fortunes built over decades and, in some cases, centuries. These dynasties have accumulated vast resources and mastered the art […]
If you’ve been waiting for a sign to make big moves with your finances, this is it. The Federal Reserve just made its first interest rate cut since 2020, slashing the federal funds rate by a full half percentage point. This is no small step—it’s a loud and clear signal that the era of “cheap […]
Housing in America is in crisis. Skyrocketing rents, climbing mortgage rates, and a relentless shortage of affordable homes have left millions of Americans struggling to keep a roof over their heads. In response to this mounting challenge, Vice President Kamala Harris has unveiled a sweeping plan aimed at lowering housing costs and expanding access to […]
Democrats keep floating the idea of taxing unrealized gains, but let’s be real—it’s a non-starter. Why? Because they’re unrealized. Sure, they’ll tell you it’s aimed at the ultra-wealthy, those sitting on $100 million or more, and they’ll calculate it by subtracting liabilities from assets—essentially boiling it down to net worth. But let’s pause for a […]
From Dot-com to U.S. Housing to Chinese Real Estate, there have been about nine notable global asset bubbles since the Great Depression. The most recent was the Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) bubble, which resulted from hyper-speculation. SPACs are shell companies created to take private companies public. Nikola Corporation, DraftKings, and Trump Media are notable […]
Roth IRA vs. Roth 401(k): Which Is Better for You? As the adage goes, the early bird catches the worm. When it comes to planning for retirement, nothing could be closer to the truth. The landscape of retirement planning is...
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Traditional 401(k) vs. Roth 401(k): Which Is Better for You? When it comes to planning for those golden years of retirement, you have numerous tax-deferred accounts you can use to park your retirement savings. Two of the prominent pathways that...
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Navigating Through Unsteady Lanes: The Imminent Crisis in the U.S. Auto Loan Sector American consumers are dedicating a significant portion of their disposable income to auto loan payments, with full-size pickups fetching prices as high as $100,000. This trend signals...
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Mounting Credit Card Debt Sends Shockwaves Through U.S. Economy In a sobering financial milestone, Americans now grapple with an unsettling reality: their collective credit card debt has surged past the ominous $1 trillion mark. As the average American consumer stares...
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Introduction In 2023, about 4.2% of U.S. households—equivalent to approximately 5.6 million families—remained unbanked. Despite years of economic growth and increased financial services accessibility, millions of...
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The question of whether to rent or buy a home has been overanalyzed by just about everyone with a calculator and an opinion. And yet, too...
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Introduction: The Safety Net You Can’t Afford to Ignore Life is full of unexpected events—whether it’s a surprise medical bill, a sudden car breakdown, or a...
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Maximize Your Retirement Savings in 2024: Key IRS Adjustments to Know Saving for retirement just got a bit easier—and potentially more lucrative—thanks to new cost-of-living adjustments...
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The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) report indicates solid economic growth in the third quarter of 2024, with the U.S. real GDP increasing by 2.8% annually....
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Introduction: Why Zero-Based Budgeting? Have you ever gotten to the end of the month and wondered where all your money went? You’re not alone. Most people...
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When you’re on the hunt for a credit card, there are many things to consider—the rewards program, perks, fees, and perhaps most importantly, the Annual Percentage...
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You might think delaying your financial decisions isn’t a big deal. But let me tell you, financial procrastination can cost you more than you realize. It’s...
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Being underwater on your car loan can feel like you’re sinking financially, but you’re not alone. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, auto...
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In the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s second quarter of 2024, household debt in the U.S. increased by $109 billion, bringing the total to a...
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Introduction In 2023, about 4.2% of U.S. households—equivalent to approximately 5.6 million families—remained unbanked. Despite...
The question of whether to rent or buy a home has been overanalyzed by just...
Introduction: The Safety Net You Can’t Afford to Ignore Life is full of unexpected events—whether...