Appreciating and depreciating assets both serve an important role in your financial portfolio. Knowing the difference between the two and how to use each one to its greatest effect can maximize their value as you build your wealth.
by Pam HillSince the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, working from home became an option many companies implemented for part-time and full-time employees. However, working long hours began to affect employees’ mental health, which began the workplace trend of “quiet quitting.”
by Matin VarshochiOn August 12, 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act was introduced. The Act determined the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) should receive an additional $80 billion over the next ten years to help with tax enforcement on high-net-worth individuals.
by Matin VarshochiCredit ghosts are people who have no credit score, but they could improve their financial situation by building credit. Here's what is a credit ghost and what to know if you are one.
by Sha'Kreshia TerrellIf you have decided to attend college, you will likely have to make many significant life choices before graduation. Below are some money management techniques that can help you save money and improve your financial situation.
by Nailah HerbertThe current school curriculum does not have any courses which discuss financial literacy. As a result, some states have begun implementing financial literacy courses into the curriculum, which will go into effect in 2023.
by Matin VarshochiMissouri currently has approximately 6,527 homeless people, or around 1.13% of its population. As the state government wishes to lower this statistic, Missouri Governor Mike Parson signed a new bill earlier this month that will go into effect on January 1, 2023, criminalizing homelessness.
by Matin VarshochiOn July 18, 2022, Alphabet (GOOGL) executed a 20-for-1 stock split, meaning investors who previously held one Class A share of GOOGL would now receive an additional 19 shares. Although this event has led to the stock price being more affordable for investors, there may be another reason behind Google’s intentions.
by Matin VarshochiA recent class-action lawsuit has led to a settlement of approximately $7.5 billion for student loan borrowers who claim the Department of Education, under the Trump administration, had intentionally not followed regulations implemented by the Obama administration, which led to many people having their debt relief claims denied.
by Matin VarshochiRecently, the Chief Executive Officer of Tesla and SpaceX, Elon Musk, received a class-action lawsuit regarding his role in promoting Dogecoin on social media. The main plaintiff, Keith Johnson filed the lawsuit, alleging that Musk manipulated the coin's value and designed a pyramid scheme for personal gain. Due to the serious allegations against Musk, he is being sued for $258 billion.
by Matin VarshochiOn June 18, 2022, Bitcoin’s price dropped under $20,000 for the first time since December 2020. Bitcoin showed a remarkable growth during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially during the lockdown era, with the price of the digital currency surging by 300%. However, as the famous saying goes, “The higher they rise, the harder they fall,” which is what Bitcoin is experiencing.
by Matin Varshochi