Guiding the Way to Financial Freedom
Millennial employees are moving away from formal PTO processes and toward secret paid time off. There has been a recent trend of workers choosing to unofficially vacation rather than use their PTO days and risk rejection or shame. Legality of Paid Time Off Image Credit: Shutterstock / Mohd KhairilX In the U.S., the Fair Labor … Read more
Intro: As AI Technology continues advancing, so do the benefits for users. OpenAI, one of the leaders in the field, has introduced a new AI model called GPT-4o. Users can access this technology for free or pay for an upgraded version. Access to this improved AI model could be useful to many groups of people. … Read more
As tuition costs rise and student debt increases, many are starting to question the value of a college degree. The decision of whether to go to college or not is important, so we will explore some of the benefits and challenges of higher education. Higher Earnings Overall, a college degree is linked with higher earning … Read more
Popular department store, J.C. Penney, has announced the closure of multiple stores across the country. This announcement reflects changes in the retail industry as online shopping becomes more popular. But how will these changes affect consumers and the future of in-store shopping? J.C. Penney Stores Close The American retail giant has announced that it’s closing … Read more
A recent LendingTree survey revealed that many Americans no longer see fast food as the affordable food option it once was. Now, many people view fast-food restaurants as a luxury. This view is reflected in the spending habits of customers and in the response of many companies. How We View Fast Food Image Credit: Shutterstock … Read more
California is taking a significant step toward addressing the wildfire insurance crisis impacting its residents. New regulations will change how insurance companies can choose their policies in California, specifically in wildfire zones. This could have large impacts on both residents and insurers. Problems for California Residents Image Credit: Shutterstock / Prostock-studio California residents, especially those … Read more
Understanding the nuances of tipping can help you to deal with this practice more confidently. Recent cultural shifts have brought tipping expectations to even more industries, frustrating many customers who can’t figure out what is appropriate. Here’s a breakdown of everything you need to know about tipping in the U.S. The Basics of Tipping in … Read more
Online scams and skimmers are on the rise. Technological advances have created even more places for scammers to trick people into exposing their card information. By staying informed and vigilant, you can protect your money and personal information. The Rise of Skimmers and Online Scams Image Credit: Shutterstock / Azret Ayubov Hackers have responded to … Read more
Athletic Brewing Companies is leading the non-alcoholic beverage market. The company just raised millions of dollars to expand their breweries and create a better customer experience. Consumers can expect to have more diverse non-alcoholic options in the future. The Non-Alcoholic Drink Market The non-alcoholic (NA) beverage market is growing rapidly as consumers seek healthier alternatives … Read more
As California’s average temperatures continue to rise, so does the frequency of heat waves. These extreme temperatures can cause not only health issues, but also financial burdens for residents and businesses. These costs will only get worse unless California officials find a way to mitigate some of the expenses. California Heat Waves The Fourth of … Read more