On July 30, 2022, a $1.34 billion jackpot was won in a Mega Millions lottery. As this amount was the second highest recorded in United States history, it is the perfect time to go over the process of winning the lottery, from the luck it requires to how the winnings can be claimed and the disadvantages of winning a lump sum of money with practically no effort.

We have built a world that operates almost entirely on the accumulation and proper use of money. And yet, the basic skills of how money works are a mystery to most.

Many of us are told by our teachers, counselors, and parents that college is the best choice. However, going to college is not for everyone. Choosing to attend college is a personal choice and should be considered an investment.