Guiding the Way to Financial Freedom
California restaurants and delivery services will no longer be allowed to collect service fees from customers beginning this July. This news struck a nerve for business owners, and famed entrepreneur Jon Taffer spoke out against the new law. California’s Recent Wage Changes Image Credit: Shutterstock / Jirsak After the announcement recently that many California fast … Read more
Following the lead of several other states around the country, California has issued a stark warning to squatters in the Golden State. A National Issue In several high-profile cases in states like New York and Florida, homeowners have made national headlines as they fought to regain control of their properties from strangers. The Price of … Read more
Borrowers in the United States owe a total of over $1 trillion to credit card companies. The average American owes $6,218. These are the factors influencing the rise in debts. Inflation Affecting Most Americans At this point in the year, most American families and individuals who do not fall into uber-wealthy categories are feeling the … Read more
The IRS has announced a plan to increase audits as a result of an uptick in tax fraud. Some taxpayers are more likely to be targeted than others. Here’s how to know where you stand. IRS Promises Operational Changes After the IRS received $80 million to improve its operations, the agency has promised significant changes … Read more
Under HB 350, Delaware hospitals stand to lose millions of dollars. Opponents of the legislation worry about impacts to patient care. Spending Bill Could Have Unintended Consequences The bill aims to reduce unnecessary spending, but will have a severe practical impact on healthcare in the state. Politician-Run Review Board Creating an entity called the Diamond … Read more
Earlier this year, a minimum wage hike for many fast-food restaurants in California was announced. The move garnered national attention, and some businesses weren’t up to the task. Restaurants Close Due to Minimum Wage Hike Californians looking to enjoy a Fosters Freeze or Mod Pizza treat in some cities are sure to be disappointed when … Read more
Squatters’ rights have been a hot-button topic around the country, but one Democratic governor has squashed a bill designed to protect the rights of property owners. Katie Hobbs Says No to Anti-Squatter Bill Katie Hobbs, the current governor and former Secretary of State of Arizona, has drawn ire from property owners in her state after … Read more
Deciding whether to use a credit union or bank can be a tricky process, but knowing what features are important to you in a financial institution is a great place to start. Considering Your Options If you’ve ever wondered whether banks or credit unions are a better fit for your money, it’s a good idea … Read more
Looking to start a new budget or refresh your current one? These tips can help you start off the new year with a sound financial plan so you can reach your savings goals. Americans Look to Budgets to Stay On Track In an economy where many Americans are feeling the effects of a tense … Read more
Prospective homebuyers have many options when it comes to financing their new homes, but some loan types can offer the opportunity of homeownership to those who may not have a down payment saved. For those who qualify, USDA loans can be a great path to owning your home. What is a USDA Loan? USDA, or … Read more