Guiding the Way to Financial Freedom
The Fed Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell has told the American people that the rates will come down if it remains this stable. So Far, So Good According to the Federal Reserve Bank, things are looking excellent in terms of “stability,” which seems to be a good sign. Jerome Powell and the Fed have encouraged Americans … Read more
Leading U.S. Retail company Kroger has won a lawsuit disputing the origins of their farm fresh eggs. Fresh is Best Organic whole foods and farm fresh are just some of the titles American consumers see in their supermarkets as they shop for groceries. Can labels be misleading? This is the case of the Sorkin VS … Read more
The British-Dutch multinational consumer goods giant Reckitt has announced that they would be “offloading” some of their household brands. Some Historic Insights Reckitt is a multinational, successful British-Dutch consumer brands company. It has spent several years in the industry, tracing its roots back to 1819 with the establishment of a corn mill business. The business … Read more
Financial difficulties hit a much-loved American favorite, Hooters restaurant, as inflation gets even some of the best brands. Where will local American diners enjoy their favorite chicken, hamburgers, and fries done the Hooters’ way? No Business Is Safe Various businesses are fighting the pinch of financial strain, which directly results from inflation. Some companies, … Read more
Electronics can sometimes be a double-edged sword. In this case, a power bank that is supposed to charge devices safely has been overheating and “sparking” danger, pun intended! Affordable Power Banks on Sale The deal on power banks sold at Costco has seen sales skyrocket since these units only sold at $40 each. Customers bought … Read more
As a consumer, having someone fight in your corner is a refreshing thought, especially with the uncertain economics. The American Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is stepping in and retailers might not like it. Why Buy Now and Pay Later? Buy now pay later (BNPL) is one of many ways consumers are doing their online shopping. … Read more
Merchants have been battling Mastercard and Visa over their hefty electronic transaction fees for almost twenty years. With $30 billion on the line, will they settle or not? Why the Battle With the Bank Cards? Swipe fees are more intricate than consumers know, and this is the very argument that sparked the grueling legal battle … Read more
With the ever-growing cost of living in the United States, many people are wondering whether adding to their expenses is worthwhile. Long-term health care might seem a long way away, but it has benefits that might be worth the expense—or is it? It Takes the Majority of Retirement Funds Long-term healthcare can drastically increase costs … Read more
Americans can’t get enough of the $5 meal deal, and McDonalds has decided to keep the affordable feast going as customers show signs of more spending. “Smart” Consumer Resists the Extra Spend CNBC reported that consumers show a lot of resilience and restraint regarding additional expenses such as eating out or ordering in. But reports … Read more
There might be a significant tax payout for some American taxpayers, and there are plenty of ways to spend your little fortune returned. Here’s some expert advice and ideas. More Tax Refund Benefit Wouldn’t having a bigger tax refund be nice, especially in the high-inflation economy? More than $1,000 for Some According to the … Read more