Delaware Faces Backlash Over Deep Hospital Budget Cuts

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 Image Credit: Shutterstock / Jirapong Manustrong The bill aims to reduce unnecessary spending, but will have a severe practical impact on healthcare in the state. Politician-Run Review Board … Read more

Removing Medical Debt From Credit Reports Could Be A Game-Changing Move From the Biden Administration

A new policy proposal from the Biden team could lead to millions of Americans finally getting their financial standing under control.  A Transformative Move to Wipe Medical Debt Off Credit Reports In a move that could transform the lives of millions, Vice President Kamala Harris and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Director Rohit Chopra just … Read more

Starbucks is the Next Chain to Introduce a Discounted ‘Value’ Menu

The value wars wage on as American fast-food chains introduce promotions and discounts to lure customers back into stores. Now, a new corporation has entered the ring – Starbucks.  New Offer from Starbucks First McDonald’s, then Wendy’s, and now Starbucks have introduced promo deals in a bid to appeal to inflation-battered customers who are now … Read more

Surprising Reasons Why Last Year’s Economy Outperformed 2024

The economy has been challenged and more so in recent months. Everyone is concerned and making provisions for a recession. But what made things better last year compared to now, 2024? Consumers Did More Spending Despite rumored recession whisperings, during 2023, consumers actually spent more than what they are now in 2024. Rising Percentages However, … Read more

Alarm Bells Ring Over California’s $73 Billion Budget Gap

California’s financial woes are escalating, surpassing initial projections. Initially, Governor Gavin Newsom anticipated a $37.9 billion shortfall for 2024-2025. However, updated data indicates the deficit could reach $73 billion. While the Legislative Analyst’s Office cautioned of a $68 billion shortage, the actual problem exceeds their estimations. Not Enough Money and Frustration Image Credit: Shutterstock / … Read more