As job hopping becomes an increasingly common trend in the American workforce, the consequences of this shift are not just psychological but also severely financial. The “Great Resignation” has prompted millions to reassess their employment situations, resulting in a staggering rise in “forgotten” 401(k) accounts. Recent analyses reveal that as of 2023, there are approximately
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In a bold and reckless maneuver, the Trump administration has petitioned the Supreme Court to overturn a ruling that aimed to reinstate over 1,300 Department of Education employees, who were unceremoniously terminated in a sweeping effort to ‘”streamline” the agency. This decision not only threatens the structures that protect our students but also marks a
As of the first quarter of 2025, the U.S. finds itself confronted by an alarming statistic: credit card debt has soared to an unimaginable $1.18 trillion. This staggering figure reverberates throughout the economy, affecting not just individual lives but also the fabric of society itself. Americans now carry an average credit card debt of roughly
In a move that strikes at the heart of millions of Americans, the Trump administration is resurrecting plans to garnish wages from borrowers who have defaulted on their student loans—an alarming decision that undermines the very principles of support and relief established during the COVID-19 pandemic. With COVID-19 bringing unprecedented economic turmoil, many thought relief
As the political landscape continues to shift in the United States, the child tax credit remains a flashpoint of contention that exposes deep ideological divides and social dilemmas. President Donald Trump’s multi-trillion-dollar tax and spending package is under the Senate’s magnifying glass, and the future of the child tax credit is anything but certain. With
The passage of the House’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” by House Republicans—typically a source of optimism for some—reveals a stark and troubling reality for American families. This multi-trillion-dollar tax-and-spending package not only solidifies President Donald Trump’s 2017 tax cuts but also incorporates outlandish tax breaks that primarily benefit the wealthy. As Americans grapple with
As the spring season approached, there was an air of optimism surrounding summer vacations. Consumers were eager to step away from their daily routines, and reports suggested that more people planned to take leisure trips compared to previous years. According to a Deloitte survey, those initial feelings were bolstered by an anticipated 21% increase in
America is witnessing a tragic demographic trend: our fertility rate is at an alarming low of about 1.6 births per woman, well below the 2.1 threshold needed for a sustainable population. This stark statistic is not merely a number; it signifies a profound shift with potential implications that resonate through every facet of our society.
As discussions heat up in the Senate regarding the proposed tax breaks set to be debated by Republicans, the weighty implications of these changes demand scrutiny. Touted as a boon for small businesses and the gig economy, the expansion of the Section 199A deduction seems poised to divert more substantial financial resources back into the
In a move that many view as a reckless political ploy, the Trump administration has dismantled safeguards put in place to protect 401(k) investors from the tumultuous world of cryptocurrency. By rescinding the Biden administration’s cautionary guidance against allowing these volatile assets in retirement plans, the Trump Labor Department appears to prioritize ideology over the