“America’s middle class shrinking” is a common phrase Americans hear. But it is true? According to Pew Research Center, the number of people 18 years and older in middle-class households shrunk by 11% between 1971 and 2021. Just how much money must residents in each state earn to be considered middle class? Defining the Middle…
Planning to move when you retire? From both a financial and soul-filling standpoint, a retirement move could be the best idea or your worst regret. Drawing insights from diverse sources, The Motley Fool ranked all 50 states from the worst to best places for retirement. Analyzing Retirement States The Motley Fool gathered data from two…
Regardless of your stance on convicted felons, there’s no denying that laws and policies can make it easier or harder for released felons to find jobs. Here are the worst states for felons looking for employment. Ranking Felon Policies Zippia analyzed the following four factors to determine the worst states for felons seeking employment. The…
First impressions are everything, especially when it comes to learning about new cities. From the bustling streets of New York City to the hipster culture of Portland, overarching ideas about these metropolises are helpful, but they can also overshadow their more nuanced realities. Many cities are made up of bustling neighborhoods, local businesses, and complex…
Most kids will gladly eat any sweet or salty snack they can get their hands on. As for grownups? We tend to have more selective tastes. Americans who aren’t on a diet might not entirely stick their noses up to salty snacks. However, if a survey by YouGov is accurate and when the option is…
Who doesn’t love a travel selfie? But not all selfie spots are safe, and some areas are even known as the location of “killfies.” Here are some of the most dangerous selfie locations in the world where it pays to be more than careful when snapping a shot. 1: Machu Picchu, Peru The Machu Picchu…
Ask any traveler, and they’ll tell you this: Trying new foods is one of the best parts about traveling. But no matter how adventurous the person, some foods cross the grossness line. From animals in wine to half-developed animals in shells, these are some of the foods that Americans turn up their noses to but…
The United States has many great things going for it. Our diverse geography, football (the real kind that you throw with your hands), and Fourth of July cookouts are just a few of the things that make the Land of the Free so great. That said, no country is perfect. The British are understandably proud…
Americans are responsible for many of the world’s greatest discoveries. From the first plane to the first iPhone, American innovators are adept at creating new things. Yet, when it comes to uncovering the past, Americans are just as stumped as the rest of the world. Our creative minds and innovative spirit are no better at…
Moving to the Sunshine State can be a dream come true. But nothing is perfect, and even Florida residents who love their new state can have regrets. As a former Florida transplant, these are some of the most common situations I experienced or heard from fellow transplants that they wish they’d known sooner. 1: Job…
