Krakenimages.com / Shutterstock.com In recent years, America has become ever more deeply divided into two separate political camps: “blue” for liberal and “red” for conservative. Even individual states are now characterized by one of those two colors. For example, it is assumed that in “blue” states, citizens are highly taxed so the government can provide … Read more
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | RadioPublic | Stitcher | RSS There are more than 20 million people with a net worth of at least $1 million in the United States. That’s a lot of millionaires! Many of these millionaires aren’t flashy. They got rich over long periods of … Read more
How did the world settle on a retirement age of 65? As it turns out, you can thank the German railroad. But before you do, note that as people turn aghast over recent talk of bumping the retirement age up to 70, that concept is nothing new. In fact, key governments in Europe intended 70 … Read more
insta_photos / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Living on the Cheap. While few people knew the term “cloud computing” just a decade ago, the cloud has become an important part of our digital lives. Cloud services now cover important needs like email, music, photos, and other files. One of the most important … Read more
Saving money is a goal that most people strive to achieve. A simple way to do this is by making wise purchases that will save you money in the long run. Recently, people have shared their top money-saving purchases, and the results are in! 1. Chest Freezer The first user mentioned that their biggest money-saving … Read more
Andrey_Popov / Shutterstock.com Folks shopping for homes are getting a little choosier these days. As we previously reported in “The Best Week to List Your House for Sale in 2023,” Hannah Jones, economic research analyst for Realtor.com, says today’s sky-high prices and soaring mortgage rates have caused buyers to become “a bit more picky than … Read more
Can the morning cup of coffee that wakes you up also keep you slimmer and healthier? New research suggests that tantalizing possibility. People with higher blood caffeine levels may have lower body weight and a reduced risk for being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study published in the British Medical Association … Read more
Josep Suria / Shutterstock.com It’s often said breakfast is the most important meal of the day — and you can bet the cereal industry agrees. It’s a $37 billion market. The diversity of options can be overwhelming; there are hundreds. Many sugar-coated and chocolate-covered varieties are marketed toward kids while others target health-conscious adults. Unfortunately, … Read more
PR Image Factory / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. If you’re considering a career in programming or development, it’s a great choice! These are two of the most in-demand professions across nearly all industries, as companies increasingly rely on software to get work done. From finance and health care to manufacturing … Read more
Sean Locke Photography / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. You’ve spent months — years even — saving up for a down payment for a house. You’ve budgeted meticulously, banking savings whenever you could to make homeownership possible. After reaching that goal, you may feel like the pressure to budget … Read more