Everyone, Everyday: Talking About What Matters
According to consumer advocates, hospitals overcharge patients billions of dollars every year. Senior Republican Bill Cassidy has urged President Joe Biden to act on this news and give American citizens peace of mind. Here’s the full story. Unveiling Hospital Overcharges American hospitals are making billions from overcharging patients. They rack up bills by including “facility fees” … Read more
In 2023, the United States reached a decade high with over one million abortions across the country. This rise has largely been driven by a significant increase in medication abortions, and states with supportive abortion rights have taken steps to increase their availability. A New Report The Guttmacher Institute just released a report that said … Read more
As tuition and associated costs of attending American universities continue to soar, many are questioning the value of a college degree. As a result, we are starting to see a shift towards vocational education among Generation Z. Costd Steadily Increasing With expenses like tuition, housing, food, supplies, and books, the cost of attending American universities … Read more
In the U.S., young adults are facing financial challenges unlike those of their parents. The burden of debt driven by enormous mortgages and students loans are having a dramatic impact on key life milestones. Financial Dependence on Parents The Pew Research Center reports that less than half of 18- to 34-year-olds are fully financially independent … Read more
The future looks uncertain for renters, as real estate reports show that a large portion of Americans are struggling to meet the high cost of rent across the country. The Renter Struggle The cost of renting a home in the U.S. has increased rapidly in recent years, and new reports find that as many as … Read more
A report from the charity Oxfam revealed that the world’s top five billionaires doubled their wealth in the same time it took for the world’s poorest 60% to lose a combined $1.5 trillion. Wealth Disparity Unveiled Oxfam’s report reveals that the world’s five wealthiest individuals have increased their wealth by over 200% to $869 billion … Read more
California just passed Assembly Bill 1228, increasing the minimum wage to $20 an hour and establishing a Fast Food Council to oversee working conditions and annual wage adjustments. New Legislation California has just passed new legislation increasing the minimum wage for fast-food workers from the previous $16 an hour to $20 an hour. Even though … Read more
The road to retirement is a crucial aspect of financial planning, involving a variety of factors that influence when and how you can comfortably retire. Early Entry into the Workforce: A Head Start Beginning your career at 18 can significantly shape your retirement journey. An early start allows more years to contribute to Social Security, … Read more
In a move that could potentially help hundreds of thousands of Americans across the United States, at least five states are reconsidering the age-old practice of allowing businesses to pay below the minimum wage to workers who are reliant on tips. Activists are eyeing the possibility of taking the fight on subminimum pay to as … Read more
14 states are lowering tax rates in 2024, but what does this actually mean for the individual states and their residents? Fourteen States This year 14 U.S. states are rolling out relief for their taxpayers, with plans to reduce individual tax rates for residents. 2024 Tax Plans These tax plans for 2024 have been unveiled … Read more