Guiding the Way to Financial Freedom
Ther͏e’s a big legal showdown happening over suppor͏t for transgender kids in Texas, and it’s dropped the state’s Attorney General, Ken Paxton, in hot water. Let’s take a look at ͏the full story. PFLAG Challenges Paxton’s Records Demand A national group cal͏led PFLAG (Paren͏ts, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays), which helps families with … Read more
There’s some big policy news coming from Washington as the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced on Thursday a boost to their housing funds in an effort to house over 40,000 homeless veterans. Here are the details. $3.1 Billion Battle Plan The VA has set aside $3.1 billion for its ambitious homeless program, which aims … Read more
The U.S. home market has had some ups and downs recently, leaving many people curious about what’s happening. Home prices have begun to slow down after rising steadily for some time, according to recent statistics. Here’s what you need to know about what’s happening and how it might affect you. The Case-Shiller Index Findings According … Read more
In a move to make owning a home more attainable for all Californians, Assemblymember Joaquin Arambula, D-Fresno, is leading efforts to expand eligibility for the California Dream for All program. This program, which helps people buy homes by providing down payment assistance, is set to undergo some changes with Assembly Bill 1840. Here’s what you … Read more
This week, there’s been a considerable outcry after an El Pais article delved into the pay discrepancies in America’s biggest retail chain, Walmart. Here’s what the report had to say. Walmart’s Wage Chasm According to El Pais, there’s nowhere that the American wage gap is more pronounced than at Walmart, a chain that made over … Read more
As housing prices continue climbing across the United States, there’s a crisis looming on the horizon. Homelessness is on the rise, and one startling new trend is the aging face of those without homes. The country finds itself ill-equipped to provide adequate housing solutions for the growing number of older Americans facing dire circumstances. Escalating … Read more
Are you ready to take your financial growth to the next level? Doubling your income in a year might seem like a daunting task, but with the right strategies and determination, it’s entirely achievable. Whether you’re looking to boost your salary, start a side business, or invest for higher returns, this listicle provides 16 proven … Read more
It’s officially tax season, which means the annual ritual of crunching numbers, filling out forms, and hoping for a refund or, at the very least, minimal taxes is upon us! Tax season often feels like navigating a labyrinth of rules and regulations without a map, so we’ve decided to help you out. Navigating Tax Season … Read more
Interested in how the changing demographics – longer lifespans and declining birth rates – are reshaping our world? With experts suggesting that the world will see over 1.6 billion people aged 65+ by 2050, we dive into the economic impacts and what they could mean for your everyday finances. Aging Population, Declining Birth Rates It’s … Read more
Retirement is emerging as a looming nightmare for the oldest members of Generation X. Despite making up one-fifth of the population, and this generation is silently grappling with the largest wealth gap of any cohort, as revealed in the Schroders 2023 U.S. Retirement Survey. The Retirement Crisis Facing Gen X As Gen Xers, over 65 … Read more