Buying a home in Illinois is already a big financial commitment. On top of that, the taxes that come with it can be a real burden on your bank account. From first-time homebuyers to retirees, real estate taxes are an ongoing cost for practically everyone who owns a house. However, in certain cities, this burden…
With Covid-19 closures long gone, more people are returning to work and there’s no doubt that the worst commutes are getting, well, worse. Using estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, SmartAsset predicts some workers will spend almost 222 hours driving to and from work. These cities are the biggest offenders for long commutes, including two…
As one of the largest and most economically influential generations, baby boomers’ relocation choices matter. Whether they’re retiring or starting new ventures, factors like tax benefits and affordability are driving this generation to flock to these cities in large numbers. SmartAsset used data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s 1-Year American Community Survey to determine which…
Baby boomers often face criticism from younger generations, who sometimes wonder why older folks don’t just retire. However, when you consider the older generation’s perspective, it becomes clear why many boomers choose to continue working into their golden years. With the cost of living in many parts of North Carolina being so high, these are…
It might be hard to believe for some, but the average American’s household income has grown in recent years. This fact holds true even when adjusting for inflation, according to USAFacts. While not everyone lives like a celebrity, there are plenty of lavish locations in the States. Wondering where the wealthiest people in the country…
Climate, affordability, and services are just some of the most important aspects to consider when choosing where to spend your retirement years. Financial technology company SmartAsset uncovered the cities retirees are moving to that are relatively easier on the wallet while offering an excellent quality of life. Can you guess which two Nevada cities made…
The education Utah students receive, from childhood through college, plays a crucial role in shaping their futures. It just so happens that Utahns have access to better education than most students in the U.S. To determine the best states for education, U.S. News & World Report analyzed metrics tied to higher education and pre-kindergarten through…
A big drop in population within a city can affect the local real estate market, small businesses, and more. According to a study SmartAsset conducted in 2023, these cities saw the most decrease in their number of residents between 2017 and 2022. Can you guess which Nevada city is on this list? Going Down To…
Many Americans are familiar with the stereotype that everyone in their country is overweight and consumes too much junk food. While that’s a stretch (no pun intended), over 40% of U.S. adults are obese. WalletHub analyzed 100 of the most populated U.S. metropolises across 19 key indicators of weight-related issues to determine which cities have…
Millennials, who range in age from their late twenties to early forties, have an opportunity that no generation before them had at their age — the chance to make money from their laptop from anywhere in the world. A study by the financial technology company SmartAsset found that one in four millennials relocates to a…
