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IRS Unveils New Federal Income Tax Brackets For 2025

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The tax agency also said it is increasing the standard deduction.


These Homeschooling Parents Are Raising Their 6 Kids Without Devices

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If they complete their school work by lunchtime, the kids are encouraged to help their dad on the farm.

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Isn't It Obvious?

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And so here we are, exhausted by the divisions, the frustration, the rage and our loneliness in a sea of madness few even see...


NFL Ticket Cost Inflation Over The Last Decade

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More than ever, attending an NFL game is becoming a luxury commodity...


What Happens To A Mortgage When You Die?

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Three out of four parents intend to leave their homes to their children.


The Key To Happiness In America?

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In the United States, having a job or career that you enjoy is considered a key cornerstone for leading a fulfilling life...


Which College Degrees Have The Best Return On Investment?

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Not all degrees guarantee higher lifetime earnings compared to entering the workforce after high school without a degree - as some degrees may end up costing more than their financial benefits...


Kamunism Strikes Again: Increasing Numbers Of Americans Getting Trapped In Credit-Card Debt

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“...this is just a sign that consumers are feeling some distress, and the nationwide aggregate numbers just might be masking what’s underneath the hood.”


Los Angeles Has The Highest Home Price-To-Income Ratio In The US

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...but don't worry, Kamala has a solution for that (that she's been keeping secret for four years).


How Many Years Does It Take To Save For A Condo?

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In Hong Kong, the most unaffordable city worldwide for 14 consecutive years, it takes more than two decades for an average skilled worker to buy a condo.


We're Told This Is Progress, But It's Actually Anti-Progress

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While returning to the Moon and AI apps are touted as "proof" of Progress, real-world life is most accurately described as snowballing Anti-Progress. 


Initial Jobless Claims Drop As Storm Impact Fades

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Helene's impact is still very evident in North Carolina's initial claims...


NFL Beer Cost Inflation Over The Past Decade

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The Carolina Panthers saw the sharpest increase in beer cost...


10 Signs That The Economy Is A Giant Mess As The Election Approaches

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Unfortunately for the Democrats, most Americans are not pleased with how the economy is performing, and it appears that conditions are now taking another turn for the worse...


Where Americans Should Retire Vs Where They Actually Retire

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It’s also clear most retirees are moving for warm summers and mild winters...


Can We Rein In The Excesses Of Financialization Without Crashing The Economy?

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Or we can let the bubble implode under its own weight and have a plan ready to clean house when the dust settles...


73% Of Mexicans Own A Dog

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... dog ownership varies greatly around the world.


Mapping Global Real Estate Bubble Risks

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Miami tops Tokyo and Zurich as the world's "bubbliest" real estate market...


How America's Poverty Rates Differ By Race

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The U.S. poverty rate stands at 12%, affecting about 41 million people across the country...


Playing With Fire: Money, Banking, & The Federal Reserve

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The Fed has been the source of booms, busts, and the ongoing impoverishment of Americans since its founding.