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Texas’s Affordable Living Model Explained

Texas’s Affordable Living Model Explained

A new study by SmartAsset has revealed Texas as the best destination for affordable living, with four Texan cities—Houston, El Paso, Lubbock, and Laredo—standing out in the top 10 for their low minimum salaries needed to maintain a comfortable lifestyle....

March 13, 2024

Did gas prices really cause inflation to rise last month?

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Did gas prices really cause inflation to rise last month?

Prices at the pump surged by 3.8% from the previous month. According to recent findings from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the uptick in February inflation can be primarily attributed to a notable spike in gas prices, causing a...

March 13, 2024

American dream of owning a home is dead, majority of renters say

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American dream of owning a home is dead, majority of renters say

Sixty-one percent of renters worry they’ll never afford a home, believing it’s just too expensive regardless of their hard work. For many renters, the idea of owning a home in America is becoming increasingly out of reach. A survey conducted...

March 13, 2024

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Xiaomi’s new SU7 electric car set to go on sale on March 28

The SU7’s pricing remains a hot topic, with rumors suggesting it’ll fall between RMB 250,000 and RMB 370,000 (approximately €32,600 – €48,500). Chinese electronics giant Xiaomi is making its long-anticipated entry into the electric vehicle market with the launch of...

March 12, 2024

UK’s crypto ETF greenlight sparks bitcoin surge to record $72,000

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UK’s crypto ETF greenlight sparks bitcoin surge to record $72,000

FCA said that it will continue to believe cETNs (crypto ETNs) and crypto derivatives are “ill-suited for retail consumers due to the harm they pose. Bitcoin soared to a record high above $72,000 on Monday following the announcement by the...

March 11, 2024

West Virginia legislature closes session with pay hikes, tax cuts and unresolved social bills

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West Virginia legislature closes session with pay hikes, tax cuts and unresolved social bills

West Virginia’s legislative session showed mixed results – policy wins with pay raises and tax cuts, but ongoing debates on social issues remained as they were. West Virginia’s 60-day legislative session ended on Saturday. The state’s Republican-led legislature approved key...

March 10, 2024

Biden ensures Social Security and Medicare stability for seniors by making the wealthy pay their fair share

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Biden ensures Social Security and Medicare stability for seniors by making the wealthy pay their fair share

If anyone here tries to cut Social Security or Medicare or raise the retirement age, I will stop them. – Joe Biden. President Joe Biden has reassured Americans of his dedication to protecting Social Security and Medicare, crucial programs for...

March 10, 2024

Extended income-driven repayment deadline can help student loan borrowers save money

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Extended income-driven repayment deadline can help student loan borrowers save money

The deadline to recertify your IDR plan has been extended to Nov. 1, 2024. Good news for those with student loans! The Department of Education (ED) has given borrowers a bit of a break by extending the deadline for recertifying...

March 8, 2024

How Inevitable is Income Inequality Really?

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How Inevitable is Income Inequality Really?

Income inequality, like a silent undertow, shapes the very fabric of our societies. Some people are doing really well, but others are finding it hard to manage. We’re living in a time where the world economy is unstable, so we...

March 5, 2024