How can women achieve financial empowerment and independence? Here are our practical strategies and tips to empower yourself to take control of your financial future today.

Mar 09, 2024 07:48 AM EST

The prospect of achieving the homeownership part of the American Dream is thus further from reality for some groups of Americans-primarily those of color-than ever. Indeed, a February 1st McKinsey Institute for Black Economic Mobility study found that it could take more than 300 years at the current rate for Black Americans to achieve "racial parity" in terms of housing equality.

Mar 08, 2024 02:54 PM EST

Now, I'm not a fortune teller. I can't tell you which coin will be the next to hit $70k. But one thing's for sure: the world of crypto is full of opportunities. Remember, Bitcoin was once considered a risky bet. Now, it's breaking records. So, who knows? Maybe one of these coins will be the next big thing. As they say, you've got to be in it to win it.

Mar 08, 2024 02:41 PM EST

Investing. It's like a dance-off in the middle of Wall Street. You've got your slick moves (read: money) and you're ready to show them off. But where do you start? Fear not.. We've got your back. Here are the top five personal finance investing strategies that are making waves in the modern world.

Mar 08, 2024 02:33 PM EST

The U.S. economy has shown incredible resilience in the past, rebounding strongly from the depths of the pandemic recession. And who knows, maybe this period of economic uncertainty will give you the push you need to finally start that side hustle or small business you've been dreaming about.

Mar 08, 2024 02:03 PM EST

It's not simple to ask for a wage increase, especially for women. According to a 2024 survey by job listings service Indeed, more than half of women worldwide had never requested a raise. Three out of every four of the 43% who inquired got a wage raise.

Mar 08, 2024 09:20 AM EST

Due in large part to increased demand for its better product offerings at its Old Navy and namesake brands throughout the Christmas season as well as smaller markdowns, Gap exceeded Wall Street estimates for its fourth-quarter earnings on Thursday. In extended trading, the company's shares increased 4% to $20.05.

Mar 08, 2024 08:40 AM EST

A recent analysis found that living comfortably in any of the country's major cities would cost a lot of money.

Mar 08, 2024 07:21 AM EST

Over the course of a difficult month, New York Community Bank saw a 7% decline in deposits as clients withdrew their funds from the local commercial bank.

Mar 08, 2024 01:58 AM EST

In this digital age, it's easier than ever to accumulate subscriptions that we forget about and rarely use. By routinely checking and eliminating these unused services, we can free up funds for more significant investments - like a brand-new car!

Mar 07, 2024 02:29 PM EST

In the end, the tax code is a labyrinth, and MAGI is just one of its many twists and turns. By shedding light on these hidden aspects, we can empower ourselves as taxpayers and advocate for a more transparent and equitable tax system.

Mar 07, 2024 02:02 PM EST

Ukraine's fight is America's fight. "The preservation of the sacred fire of liberty" is an American obligation.

Mar 07, 2024 12:41 PM EST

According to the Better Business Bureau, scams involving cryptocurrency and other investments are now the riskiest kind of fraud in the United States. These scammers often defraud their victims out of thousands of dollars.

Mar 07, 2024 10:30 AM EST

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell reaffirmed his anticipation of interest rate decreases later this year but refrained from specifying a timeline during his appearances on Capitol Hill on Wednesday and Thursday.

Mar 07, 2024 09:44 AM EST

There's a chance that two major chain restaurants in America will merge shortly. According to a business earnings call last week, Applebee's and IHOP, both owned by Dine Brands Inc., may soon have dual-branded locations that share a back-of-house and a mixed front-of-house.

Mar 07, 2024 07:23 AM EST