Everyone, Everyday: Talking About What Matters
Shannon Campbell 
“The Black Swan” author Nassim Taleb has stated that the U.S. economy is at the precipice of a “death spiral” over increasing debt and political mismanagement. A Dark Announcement At an event for investment management firm Universa Investments on Monday, economist and author Nassim Taleb issued an ominous warning, claiming that increasing U.S. debt will … Read more
If you’ve ever considered leaving the U.S. for new opportunities, these countries should be near the top of your list, with some of the most straightforward visa requirements in the world for U.S. citizens. 9 Countries You Can Emigrate To With a constantly shifting political landscape and fears of recession on the horizon, many Americans … Read more
A new research report shows that dozens of major U.S. companies shell out more in executive salaries than they do in federal tax. Shedding Light on Corporate Tax According to the latest research analysis, some of the biggest companies in the U.S. pay their leading executives more in annual salaries than they pay in taxes … Read more
The future looks uncertain for renters, as real estate reports show that a large portion of Americans are struggling to meet the high cost of rent across the country. The Renter Struggle The cost of renting a home in the U.S. has increased rapidly in recent years, and new reports find that as many as … Read more
14 states are lowering tax rates in 2024, but what does this actually mean for the individual states and their residents? Fourteen States This year 14 U.S. states are rolling out relief for their taxpayers, with plans to reduce individual tax rates for residents. 2024 Tax Plans These tax plans for 2024 have been unveiled … Read more
With divorce rates steadily increasing for older Americans, academics and financial professionals are examining just how expensive these separations can be for people 55 and older. Rise of the Gray Divorce The term “gray divorce” refers to marriages that end later in life, usually over the age of 50. And since the 1990s, the rate … Read more
New reports and analysis show that despite significant increases in employment and income during the COVID-19 pandemic, the wealth gap between white, Black, and Hispanic households has also increased. Pandemic Changes There have been many studies on the financial changes that took place throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. One recent report has shown that ongoing trends … Read more
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun has announced his intention to step down as head of the major aerospace manufacturer following ongoing safety and security issues for the company. Tough Times for Boeing It’s been a rough few months for Boeing, one of America’s foremost aerospace manufacturers. And now, in the midst of growing concerns around aircraft … Read more
The president’s re-election campaign and a Democratic Party campaign committee have had to set aside $340,000 from a donor currently embroiled in fraud and misconduct allegations. Frozen Funds Joe Biden’s presidential re-election campaign has frozen hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of campaign donations from a donor who has been accused of fraud. The campaign office, … Read more
Another round of nearly $6 billion in student debt forgiveness has been approved for 77,000 public service workers. $6b Loan Forgiveness President Biden has announced that nearly $6 billion in student loan debt would be canceled for 77,000 Americans who work in public services. The newest round of debt forgiveness came under the Public Service … Read more