We’re 10 Years From Retirement with $4 million… Will We Ever Have to Dip into it?
It’s a curious trait of human behavior, we sell our time and our health for money, and once we have it, we do all we can to avoid spending that money, even beyond the…
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Aaron Webber
How I Plan to Safeguard My Assets Against Divorce – Tips for Financial Independence
Unfortunately, in a society that has become completely obsessed with money and the accumulation of our little hoards of wealth, it has become normal for people to feel apprehensive about marriage because there is…
I Got a $2,800 Hospital Bill for Treatment as a Minor – Am I Responsible for This Cost?
Medical bills are a nightmare, and one of the only things that can make them worse is getting one from years ago when you weren’t expecting it. Are you under any obligation to pay…
I Almost Bought a LG Refrigerator, But These 8 Red Flags Scared Me Off
Have you been looking for a new fridge but were surprised by the high price and useless features? You’re not alone. Among the leaders of features that people didn’t ask for and high prices…
I Was About to Buy a GE Refrigerator, But These 7 Factors Scared Me Off
If you’re like most Americans and have gone shopping for appliances recently, you might have been surprised by not only the weird and silly features some appliances boast, but also their ridiculously high price…
3 High Yield Dividend Stocks Under $25 to Buy and Hold Forever
As income and wealth inequality continue to divide Americans into two distinct classes and levels of wealth, those who are struggling to find investments that can outpace inflation and the growing costs of everyday…
What Is the Future Of Spirit Airlines (SAVEQ) Stock?
In November of 2024, Spirit Airlines (previous NYSE ticker: SAVEQ) filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after a number of potential corporate sales and mergers fell through. This led to the company being delisted…
I Almost Bought a Maserati, but These 8 Red Flags Scared Me Off
So, you recently came into some money and want to celebrate by buying a Maserati? Well, there are certainly better ways to spend your money, especially in today’s economy and political climate, but we’re…
The States Where Your Tax Dollars Go the Furthest
It seems like Americans like nothing more than complaining about taxes. This would make sense since Americans pay more than other countries in taxes but receive far fewer benefits in return (no universal healthcare,…
How Much Firepower Does the U.S. Space Force Actually Have?
When the U.S. government decided to create the Space Force it got plenty of news coverage, but it has faded from the news cycle ever since. Most people might not know exactly what the…
Here’s How Foreign Education Systems Stack Up To America’s
What makes an education system good? The first thing to understand is that public education is not isolated in a vacuum in any country. Education is a puzzle piece that contributes to the overall…
Which Countries Are Experimenting With AI-Powered Weapons?
If the idea of artificial intelligence stealing your art, your writing, your photos of your face and family, or your personal information to create entirely fake personas and disappointing “art” doesn’t scare you, then…
These Are the 10 Bigges Lies About the National Debt, Debunked
In a time of extreme polarization and high amounts of fake news, propaganda, and misinformation, especially from our elected representatives, it’s natural for myths about the government and how it functions to spread like…
7 Ways Countries Manage to Evade Economic International Sanctions
During times of international conflict and economic tension, usually instigated by the United States, we hear our elected officials threaten the use of sanctions. But how exactly do they work, and how can people…
19 Cities Where Americans Are Feeling the Pinch of Higher Property Taxes
Recently had a conversation with your neighbor about their high property taxes? When was the last time you looked at your property taxes and compared them to national levels? When these taxes are often…
Social Security Benefits Got the Biggest Boost Under This President
After it was created in 1935, the Social Security system has been under constant attack from extremist politicians and party members, but it has survived and continued to provide for our elderly and disabled,…
Smart Money Moves to Protect Your Finances from D.C. Drama
If the current unprecedented chaos in Washington D.C. has you worried, you’re not alone. Judging by the plummeting stock markets, investors are also worried. But what can you do as a regular citizen to…
These Are the Most Common Sense Arguments For and Against Increasing America’s National Debt
There’s a lot of news coverage about the national debt, especially as we rush headlong to a possible debt ceiling conflict and eventual recession. If Congress and the president don’t get their act together,…
The Six Biggest Factors Causing Americans’ Car Insurance to Skyrocket
Are you paying higher insurance premiums than ever before? Are your rates increasing by more each year? You’re not alone, and you’re not wrong. The average insurance cost for cars in 2024 was 33%…
The 10 Biggest Reasons the National Debt Is On Everyone’s Mind
If it feels like everyone is talking about the national debt, it’s because they usually are. The national debt has always been used as a political weapon by whatever political party isn’t in power…