There is probably no worse time to get bit by the travel bug. With the cost of living through the roof, many people are choosing the “stay-cay” over the more traditional “vacay.” While there is a lot to be said for a staycation, you may be itching for something a bit more adventurous. If this […]
The death of Queen Elizabeth II at 96 on September 8, 2022, leaves the U.K. and the world in a transitional state. As a global economic leader, Britain is entering a period of mourning and royal and political transition during a turbulent economic time.The United Kingdom is facing economic uncertainty, dangling on the brink of […]
Everyone is familiar with dollar stores. They represent alternative shopping experiences to big box chains with the expectations of savings.With over 35,000 stores across the U.S., the dollar store model is successful. Dollar General and Dollar Tree are the two companies leading the market, and their success relies heavily on demographics and the perception of […]
Affordable childcare is essential to economic growth and recovery. Many people, especially single people, do not realize the effects of childcare costs on the individual and the nation. Childcare is the backbone of successful infrastructure, especially regarding enterprise and innovation. Also, childcare is essential for parents who want to pursue career, academic, and financial possibilities.Without […]
If you know you plan to bequeath any amount of money to your loved ones upon your death, you may wonder, should you gift the money to them now or should you leave it to them as an inheritance? While there is a lot to be said for the inheritance route — such as that […]
For many people, booking their own vacation home for a week or weekend of bliss seems ideal. In addition to possibly saving money, a vacation home affords you privacy. It offers more space. It provides the opportunity to cook your own meals, host get-togethers and make your vacation a true one-of-a-kind experience. Yet, for all […]
The United States uses a mixed healthcare system approach; the public-private setup prioritizes capitalism over social equity. Among all modern and industrialized nations, the U.S. is the only one without a universal healthcare system.The focus on the private sector places most of the country’s populous at a disadvantage. Socio-economic status creates barriers to healthcare access, […]
For many people these days, handwriting is a lost art. It’s simply faster and easier to use a keyboard. With the voice technology of smartphones, it’s possible to skip writing completely. Don’t ditch your pen and paper, though! Research shows that writing by hand has important health benefits that keyboards just can’t replace.The Benefits of […]
It’s a word no one wants to hear, and even fewer people like to talk about: inflation. Yet, prices are up in every possible sector, including food, rent, utilities, fuel, and many other areas. As prices continue to rise, so do the average Americans’ concerns about their financial futures.While inflation is concerning, the outlook might […]
Retirement is not what it used to be for so many Americans. Despite dreams of traveling the world or wiling away your golden years in some exotic destination, your reality is likely quite different. As a result, many retirees find themselves in search of part-time employment to supplement their current income.Fortunately, many great jobs are […]