Having fun and making lasting memories with family is the true meaning behind celebrating the holidays. The emotional effects of debt and stress can take away from the enjoyment. Here are three reasons why you should start your holiday shopping earlier in the year.

A study conducted by Oxfam observed the minimum wage workers earn across the country and found that nearly 1/3, or 32% of all workers are compensated at an hourly wage below $15. With the cost of living rising due to the economy's current conditions, now is a crucial time to try and increase your working wage to ensure your disposable income does not lower.

On 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.

In the first quarter of 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic first began, household wealth declined. However, since then, it has continued to rise, until now. A new recent report released by the Federal Reserve looked at the wealth of households and highlighted key financial data regarding where money is rising and falling.

Over the past couple of weeks, investor confidence has been dropping in both the crypto and stock markets. Moreover, with the current economic climate, many investors have begun offloading most of their investments as there are rising concerns about a potential recession, leading to a crypto bear market.

When the COVID-19 pandemic initially hit, the majority of employees at some companies began working remotely until they were cleared to return to the office. The integration of work flexibility allowed employees to continue working and earning money while being in the comfort of their homes.

Currently, due to various domestic and international events going on right now, the United States (U.S.) economy is performing poorly. From high gas prices to even higher inflation rates, some people are speculating the worst.

One of the biggest purchases a person can make is buying a home. Buying a new home is typically an excellent long-term investment; once the mortgage is paid off, you are left with a high-value asset under your name.

The key to success in any line of work is consistent productivity. A company’s goal must be to ensure the efficiency of their employees does not decline drastically to the point where they are negatively impacted.

A monetary tip is an incentive for workers within the service industry, such as a restaurant or hotel, who provide good service. When employees provide exceptional service at a sit-down restaurant, they receive a higher compensation after giving the total bill to the customer.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the housing market has continued to rise in value, although the economy has been in a recession. With the fear and uncertainty of the pandemic, many began purchasing homes, ultimately raising the average house price.

During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the rental market experienced lower prices due to the economic downturn. However, since the pandemic’s worst days are over, monthly rents are back on the rise.

Although the majority of industries are aggressively hiring, there is one major sector that is going in the opposite direction of everyone else–the technology industry. The once-booming industry has begun laying off people or going through a hiring freeze.

Memorial Day is a day observed in remembrance of the many brave men and women who made sacrifices to fight for our freedom as Americans. It is also a day that many families spend together making new memories while taking much-needed time off from work.