On Wednesday, May 4, 2022, the Federal Reserve Bank announced they will be raising interest rates by a half-point. The rising rates have been at their highest point in more than 20 years, and the increased rates have caused the stock market to go into a frenzy, with the S&P 500 dropping by 3.5% the following day.
by Matin VarshochiMaking the transition from college to a career can be challenging. But most people make some huge mistakes while making this transition. Here's how to make a seamless transition.
by Shaun MorganThe Social Security Act, passed passed 86 years ago, is a key component of retirement income for nearly all individuals. Social security insurance also provides a safety net should a worker become disabled or a family lose their breadwinner.
by Pam HillTeachers are slowly having more added to their plate and less given in return. If we want to stop teachers from burning out and leaving the classroom, we have to help. Here's how.
by Shaun MorganNot everyone wishes to attend a four-year university or pursue a bachelor's degree or higher; thus, they turn to jobs that do not have a post-secondary degree as a job requirement.
by Sheena AllenSuperheroes are multi-talented. They dedicate their time to making the world a better place, save innocent people from villains, and they also have hidden lessons that teach people about financial literacy. Keep reading to find out what these four superheroes taught me about money.
by Sha'Kreshia TerrellMany people believe you have to spend a lot of money to give yourself a little TLC (Tender Loving Care). However, there are many frugal things that you can leverage to pamper yourself on a budget.
by nisiar smithIt starts with the desire to play NCAA basketball, become a national champion, and improve their chances of getting drafted. Players, such as Jalen Green and LaMelo Ball, forfeited the college route as rules prohibited players from earning money.
by Matin VarshochiWe 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.
by Shaun MorganExamining the pros and cons of real estate, stocks and bonds will provide you with the tools to evaluate which investment strategy works best for you and how to begin, no mater your investment budget size.
by Pam HillAs electric vehicles have been proven to possess many benefits, such as a lower average cost, it is essential to analyze the costs associated with both types of cars, to determine which one is ultimately better.
by Sheena AllenUnlike tax evasion, there are a few legal ways to reduce your taxable income to keep as much of your hard-earned money as possible. Some of these tips may be a little late for the 2021 tax season, but they will be useful for the upcoming 2022 tax season.
by Lyle SolomonFrida Leibowitz and Rachel Lauren are the two women founders behind Debbie. Debbie is the first digital platform that helps people pay off their debt, build better financial habits, and financially reward them as they navigate their debt-free journey.
by Viviana VazquezFiling your taxes is stressful, but it is more stressful when you're not prepared. Tax planning can take the stress out of filing your taxes and save you thousands.
by Shaun Morgan