Money Matters

The trend of store closures in every corner of the country has continued, as regional supermarket chain Stop & Shop announces the closure of dozens of stores. More Store Closures The country has been hit by a wave of retail store closures around the country this year, from Family Dollar to Walgreens, and more. Stop … Read more

While confidence in savings is up for most Americans, the average worker is more worried than ever that their savings won’t last until the end of their life, according to a new survey from BlackRock. New Survey on Retirement A new survey shows that Americans are feeling more confident about their retirement savings compared to … Read more

America’s biggest retail chain is introducing cutting-edge automation distribution centers as part of plans to boost e-commerce capacity in their grocery departments, as more and more people choose Walmart as their source of fresh produce and food. 5 New Centers Walmart plans to build five automated distribution centers that will give a significant boost to … Read more

Ever wondered how safe your real estate investments truly are? Scammers are getting cleverer by the day, exploiting unsuspecting victims. Here’s a rundown on some of the top tricks they’re pulling off. 1. Dual Contract Scheme This scam involves two contracts: one with a lower price shown to the lender, and another with a higher … Read more

If you plan to sell your home, you need to make sure that everything is in perfect order. Inspections and assessments can cost extra money, but they are highly important. So, what does the average American pay to have a home inspection?  Why Inspect Your Home? When selling a house, inspecting the home before the … Read more

The Paris Olympics are driving overseas visitors away from the French capital – and one major US company is worried. Paris Olympic Problems The Olympic Games will attract millions of visitors to its host city of Paris this year. While the event will boost profits for countless businesses, not everyone is happy – including Delta … Read more

An impressive ranch is going up for sale in Montana, and its owners are sharing its intriguing Cold War history with the public. Soviet Hideout in Montana For 70 years an enormous cattle ranch in western Montana housed the Vietor family. It also housed someone else – a Soviet pilot turned defector, who fled to … Read more

California is facing a financial hurricane, and people are furious with Governor Gavin Newsom.  World Cup Windfall California is gearing up to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and state officials are buzzing about the upcoming economic boost.  The Reality But let’s get real – while the projected windfall of $1.2 billion sounds like a … Read more

Months after California brought in a new $20 minimum wage for fast food workers, we finally have some actual evidence of how the industry has been affected.  California’s $20 Minimum Wage for Fast Food Workers Image Credit: Shutterstock / Sheila Fitzgerald Last September, Californian Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law that promised fast-food … Read more

California: the land of sunshine, innovation, and, well, some of the highest taxes in the United States. From the beaches of Los Angeles to the tech hubs of Silicon Valley, residents find themselves obligated to a raft of state taxes. #1. State Income Tax Image Credit: Shutterstock / NATNN California boasts the highest state income … Read more