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The Single Most Overlooked Tool for Becoming Debt-Free in June 2024: How Debt Consolidation Can Relieve Inflation Pressure

Rising inflation has made managing personal finances more challenging than ever. One powerful yet often overlooked tool for achieving financial stabil...

Nobel Economists Warn of Economic Downturn: Are You Ready For It?

Recently, a group of 16 Nobel Prize-winning economists expressed deep concerns about a potential economic downturn. With inflation rates hitting a 40-year high at 8.6% in May 2023, and the Federal Reserve ra...

Navigating Inflation: Managing Costs as Consumer Price Increases Slow

Inflation rates have shown signs of easing, marking the first decline since 2020 as consumer price increases slowly. Despite this positive trend, managing rising costs remains a priority for many househo...

STAR Program Delivers $2.2 Billion in Tax Relief to Nearly 3 Million New York Homeowners

Property tax relief is arriving across New York State, with nearly $2.2 billion in STAR benefits being distributed to almost 3 million eligible homeowners and seniors. The state’...

How Economic Policies and Inflation Are Reshaping the Housing Market

Mortgage rates remain high, with the 30-year fixed rate at around 7%, up from 6.08% in September. The Federal Reserve’s decision to keep its benchmark rate steady—due to persistent inflation&m...

How to Escape Debt If Social Security Is Your Only Income

If Social Security is your only income, paying off debt may feel impossible. But with the right plan, it’s possible to manage or reduce your debt without risking your benefits.   1. Know Your Rights: ...

Mortgage Payments Drop After Fed Rate Cut in October 2025: What Homebuyers and Homeowners Need to Know

The Federal Reserve’s October 2025 rate cut has brought welcome relief to borrowers by lowering borrowing costs and reducing monthly mortgage payments. Although the...

Is the Cost of Living Accelerating?

A recent news article has suggested that the cost of living has been accelerating in many countries around the world, as inflation has reached unprecedented levels. This is a regressive policy, as it is based on the notion that government...

How Often Does the Minimum Wage Increase With the Cost of Living?

How often does the minimum wage increase with the cost of living? Each year, the L&I is required by law to make a cost-of-living adjustment. The CPI-W is the measure used to calculate this adjustment. Rea...


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