Living on the Minimum Wage – Is It Possible in 2020?
Almost 2 million Americans live on minimum wage, which despite inflation hasn’t increased since 2009. But is that a living wage? Explore the ins and outs of living on just $7.25 per hour through both a fictional American named Kai and the stories of real-life Americans who do it every day.
The Economics of International Trade – Import and Export Taxes &...
Today’s small-business person sees wonderful opportunities in the news. Do you want to start importing to obtain competitively valued products to resell or exporting to expand the market for your goods? Either way, you require an understanding of all the different types of government controls.
7 Effects of Inflation & How to Protect Yourself From the...
Inflation is like a silent thief that whittles away the value of your money, making each dollar worth less and less over time. Yet some inflation is normal and even useful in a healthy economy. Learn how inflation affects you and how can you plan for it — or even use it to your advantage.
Coronavirus Emergency Financial Aid & Stimulus Measures (Latest)
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is a global economic event without precedent in living memory. In the U.S., federal policymakers recognize the gravity of the situation. Bookmark this regularly updated list of all the actions the government has taken to bolster the economy and how they affect you.
Carbon (CO2) Emissions Tax Explained – Pros & Cons, Alternatives
It's official: Our planet is hotter than humans have ever seen it before. In August 2019, The New York Times reported the previous July was...
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) – Guide for Small-Business Owners
The Small Business Administration is disbursing up to $349 billion in low-interest forgivable loans to many American small businesses, freelancers, and nonprofits through the Paycheck Protection Program. Find out if you qualify and how to apply before the money runs out.
What Is the Real National U.S. Unemployment Rate?
During the current unrelenting viral pandemic, the U.S. unemployment rate has shot up more than 10 points, the sharpest increase since the Great Depression. Yet these sobering figures could understate the reality. That’s because the unemployment rate may never be as accurate as you think.
COVID-19 Economic Stimulus Payments – Eligibility & How to Get...
Thanks to the federal government’s March 2020 economic stimulus package, most Americans will receive one-time cash payments beginning in April 2020. Before you start thinking up ideas for what to do with yours, find out about your eligibility and how much you’ll get.
Unemployment Benefits During the COVID-19 Pandemic – Guide
In March 2020, the United States’ longest economic expansion in modern history ran into the buzzsaw of the COVID-19 pandemic, causing an unprecedented spike in jobless claims. But the vast majority of workers are eligible for state unemployment benefits. Follow these steps to apply.
Financial Protections and Support for Military Service Members & Veterans
In August 2018, the Trump administration moved to decrease key financial protections for military service members. The administration proposed weakening Department of Defense (DOD)...
How to Get EBT Food Stamps – SNAP Program Eligibility &...
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, has been through many changes over the years. And present-day SNAP has fairly elaborate rules to determine who is eligible for benefits and how those benefits are calculated. Here’s what you need to know to apply.
How the COVID-19 Pandemic Will Permanently Change Society & the Economy
One thing about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is already clear: It has dramatically changed societies and economies the world over. Many changes will outlive the pandemic, though to what extent depends on the eventual duration and toll it takes. Which ones will impact your life the most?
