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More than 200 millionaires from around the globe are calling on the “global elite” at this week’s World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos to address global inequality and tax the ultra-rich now, as it’s “simple, common-sense economics.“ By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy In an open letter, “Cost of Extreme Wealth,” the “Patriotic Millionaires” — a group of a group of high-net worth individuals — in conjunction with Patriotic Millionaires UK, Tax Me Now and Millionaires for Humanity, said that the “current lack of action is gravely concerning....

If you’ve been keeping up with what’s going on right now in the real estate market, you know it’s crazy — and in some areas of the U.S. people are overpaying for homes. By Cynthia Measom “I am a top-producing agent in Boise, Idaho, where the median home price has gone up 40% year over year due to lack of inventory and mass migration of people from surrounding states,” said Erin Madden, realtor for Zen Real Estate Group....

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For some people, there’s nothing that can beat a good taco. From birria tacos to fish tacos on a corn flour tortilla, this legendary handheld food is loved by people across the globe. On National Taco Day, observed on October 4 in the U.S., many restaurants across the country celebrate the day with discounts, freebies and great restaurant deals. By Lydia Kibet National Taco Day 2021 Deals Taco History Types Keep reading to find out some of the best dollar menu items in America on National Taco Day....

The Biden administration has approved $14.5 billion in discharges for nearly 1.1 million borrowers who were defrauded by their colleges, since it has been in office, according to the Department of Education. Yet, only 53,000 of them had their debts cleared to date, The Washington Post reports. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy Student Loan Forgiveness: Approval Letters Are Being Sent, But It Doesn’t Mean You’ll Get MoneyStudent Loan Forgiveness: What To Do If You’ve Already Applied...

Russian President Vladimir Putin conceded in an interview Wednesday that cryptocurrency “has value” as a trade currency — just not when that trade involves oil. By Vance Cariaga Coinbase Fees: Here’s a Full Breakdown of How To Minimize Costs Find: 10 Cheap Cryptocurrencies To Buy His comments made headlines partly because Russian officials have hinted that the country might move away from crude contracts involving U.S. dollars if the United States keeps imposing economic sanctions....

A recent report from real estate website Redfin shows several signs that the residential market could be cooling, Fortune reports. After more than a year of bidding wars, low inventory, and record high home price appreciation rates of 19.2%, Redfin’s latest study shows evidence of the market cooling. By Dawn Allcot Discover: Unplug These Appliances That Hike Up Your Electricity Bill More: What Income Level Is Considered Middle Class in Your State?...

Spring break is so 2019 — or at least that’s how it probably seems to Americans who had to forego spring travel the past couple of years due to COVID-19. But now that the number of cases has dropped and most of the U.S. has eased COVID restrictions, millions of Americans are gearing for spring break travel again, if they can afford it. By Vance Cariaga See: 7 Best Scenic Train Trips for Travelers on Budgets Find: American Credit Card Debt is So High Many Wish They Could Travel Back in Time to Fix It...

If you’re a fan of paying for purchases with Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, the Bakkt App may be right up your alley. One of the complaints of cryptocurrencies is that they aren’t particularly useful in daily life, but the Bakkt App is seeking to change that. Not only does the Bakkt App function as a digital wallet, allowing you to access your cryptocurrencies, it also allows consumers to spend those assets at an ever-growing list of popular merchants....

If your teen received any scholarship money or grants to attend a college or university, you might be wondering if that income is taxable. As with so many things related to teenagers and taxes, the answer is: maybe. By Dawn Allcot See: Teens & Taxes: How Can I Be Sure My Teenager Won’t Be Accidentally Taxed on P2P Transactions? Find: Teens & Taxes: What Tax Form Should My Teenager File?...

When you get married, you are legally merging your finances with another person (even if you keep separate bank accounts). So it’s important that you and your partner are on the same financial page before officially tying the knot. In today’s “Financially Savvy Female” column, we’re chatting with Cecilia T. Williams, CFP, director of investment operations/CCO at Halbert Hargrove, about the money topics you should be discussing with your fiancé(e) ahead of your big day....

Although the U.S. manufacturing sector no longer dominates the country’s economy like it did through much of the 20th century, it still accounts for 12% of the nation’s total economic growth. But, like most global industries, U.S. manufacturing suffered heavily right from the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, and its operations are still recovering. By John Csiszar Find: 22 Side Gigs That Can Make You Richer Than a Full-Time Job Also See: What Income Level Is Considered Middle Class in Your State?...

The country dodged a recession in 2022, but plenty of ingredients remain in place. The bear market that started in June ended in the worst year for stocks since the Great Recession. Everyone who buys things is aware of inflation; and, while prices are now rising more slowly, interest rates are still going up and the housing market continues to cool. By Andrew Lisa The GDP and job market are still holding, but many analysts think they’ll give out in the coming months — and America isn’t alone....

Although you can quit work at any time and call it “retirement,” having enough money to fund your post-work life requires careful planning. By John Csiszar In addition to general financial planning rules like “paying yourself first” and “saving as much as you can,” retirement savers need to be familiar with additional, more specialized terms and concepts. Here are some of the retirement terms you need to know to help make sure you’re on the right track both before and after your retirement date....

Many people left New York State — and particularly New York City — amid the pandemic, and according to moveBuddha, this exodus has continued into 2022. Perhaps one of the reasons people are fleeing the state is the lack of affordable rent in many of the Empire State’s major cities. In fact, in 11 cities, the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment is well over one-third of the median income, the percentage experts advise sticking to for housing costs....

An oft-quoted Wall Street axiom claims that picking winning sectors is at least as important, if not more, than selecting individual stocks. This has never rung more true than in 2022, when all five of the top-performing S&P 500 stocks are from energy-related sectors. By John Csiszar Take a Look Back: 2022 Year in ReviewSee: 5 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000 In a year in which the general stock market reached bear market levels at its lows — and still remains down more than 15% year-to-date — the performance of these stocks has been nothing short of breathtaking....

In these tough economic times, saving money on your monthly expenses is more important than ever. And one of the ways you can do that is by reducing your electric bill. But many people think that to save money on electricity, they have to sacrifice comfort or convenience. By Becky Neubauer See: Unplug These Appliances That Hike Up Your Electricity BillFind Out: If Your Credit Score Is Under 740, Make These 4 Moves Now...

While many people see winter as a time to hole up at home and avoid going out, for those who love the cold and snow, it’s a time to live it up outside. Of course, with holidays bringing extra costs, winter travel needs to be affordable. By Jordan Rosenfeld Take a Look Back: 2022 Year in ReviewFind Out: 3 Easy Tips To Turn Your Credit Woes Into Wows One of the bonuses of traveling in the winter months is that tourism is often much slower, giving you a more mellow experience with smaller crowds and less traffic....

Costco has established itself as the ultimate retail destination for consumers looking to buy a lot of stuff with not a lot of money — or at least, with less money than they might need if shopping elsewhere. Of course, this privilege comes at a cost, in the form of Costco’s annual membership fee of $60. By Nicole Spector Cash App Borrow: How To Borrow Money on Cash AppCheck Out: This Credit Score Mistake Could Be Costing Millions of Americans...

Need a couple of last-minute Christmas gifts? There are several inexpensive items for everyone who still needs a present on your holiday list at the dollar store. From affordable pets goodies to perfect kids’ stocking stuffers, the dollar store has every gift you need for a festive and fun Christmas season. By Heather Taylor Holiday Spending: Get Top Holiday Shopping and Savings TipsTake a Look Back: 2022 Year in Review...