Previously, nearly 56% of high school graduates had filled out their FAFSA applications prior to the pandemic. However, once the pandemic hit and all education was forced to be done remotely, the percentage saw a fall to 53%.
by Viviana VazquezOf course, it is easier said than done but living a healthier lifestyle comes with many financial benefits. You have heard it before, 'health is wealth' and it truly is. Having good health is one of the greatest assets you can attain.
by Sha'Kreshia TerrellOne of the great thrills and challenges for any new home buyer or real estate investor is finding a house that fits your budget. But even in today's hot market, some inside tips and strategies that can put you ahead of the crowd.
by Pam HillA study conducted by the Peterson Center on Healthcare and Kaiser Family Foundation revealed that healthcare costs increased by a trillion dollars from 2009 to 2019.
by Nailah HerbertThe holidays and festivities are finally behind us. So, now it’s time to get down to the serious business of earning your ‘3M’ degree: Master’s in Making Money.
by Pam HillThe COVID-19 pandemic continues to be a global issue as new variants are spreading. As people continue to struggle, 2021 ended without a fourth stimulus check to keep households afloat.
by Nailah HerbertFiling your taxes can be a stressful time, even more, if the budget is tight! Here are ten resources to research for tax season!
by Nadia C. VanderhallA recent study was conducted by economists at MIT, the University of California, Berkeley, the London School of Economics, and the University of Cologne. The study results showed that workers of low wages or underpaid wages believe that other workers doing the same work are making similar incomes. More workers would quit or ask for raises if they had access to information about other workers’ wages, claims an Economist at UC Berkeley.
by Viviana VazquezInstead of the traditional 5-day working week, his company will now have a four-day workweek, allowing employees and employers to have an additional day off.
by Sheena AllenIntuit surveyed 8,000 people regarding whether they dream of becoming a small business owner. Out of the 8,000 people interviewed, 83 percent responded that the pandemic played a role in accelerating their plans to leave their jobs and open their businesses.
by Matin VarshochiIt can be incredibly difficult to to stick with your financial New Year's resolutions. It is important to have the correct mindset and to set the right kind of goals to be successful.
by Shaun MorganMany Americans are struggling with handling their finances due to various reasons, and it’s starting to take a toll on their mental health. During the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health woes have increased in many young adults.
by Nailah HerbertOn December 22, 2021, the White House announced the extension of the student loan relief plan until May 1, 2022. President Joe Biden stated that he would extend the relief period for an additional 90 days.
by Viviana VazquezThe COVID-19 pandemic caused the economic growth of the United States (U.S.) to come to a halt. As a result, many Americans relied on the COVID-19 relief packages the U.S. government provided.
by Matin Varshochi