The United States is often celebrated for its economic successes throughout history. But every state has its own economy to deal with, including Alabama. A state’s financial stability depends, in part, on the counties within its borders. With so many factors in play across the many counties in each state, including lawmaking and geography, there…
If you inwardly cringe when the cashier tells you the final amount of your grocery haul, you’re not alone. With inflation driving up the costs of many foods, it’s more important than ever to know about ways you can save money on your grocery bill. Sometimes, that means taking a hard look at your current…
Are you finding it hard to keep up with the Joneses? If so, it could be that you’re earning a lower-than-average salary for Oregon. Alternatively, perhaps the shiny things in your neighbors’ driveways are masking their own financial struggles. Regardless of what your neighbors are up to, many Americans are facing a harsh truth: even…
Over the last few years, the cost of living in America has undoubtedly risen. When looking at data from cities all around the world, cities in the U.S. aren’t alone in terms of rising costs of living. Some of the most populated cities in the world are known for their high property values and marked-up…
It’s no surprise that the value of the U.S. dollar has more and less value, depending on the city and state. Understanding what $100 is truly worth in each state can help you budget for out-of-state trips and play a factor in determining where to move to if relocating is in your plans. Coffee may…
Georgians—and Americans as a whole—are no strangers to debt, with the average individual owing $21,800 in non-mortgage debt in 2023. Nevertheless, you can bet your bottom dollar that some debt-carrying Georgia residents believe these myths about debt. We dug into research and read people’s opinions on the concepts they hold true about debt. The result…
Thinking about diving into Florida’s short-term rental market? It just could be a financially wise choice. But you need to pick wisely; there are plenty of areas in the Sunshine State that offer subpar opportunities for investors. Airbnb investment property company Rabbu ran a study to determine the best cities in Florida for short-term rentals….
Some Nevada residents proudly boast about their credit scores; others get anxious thinking about them. As a nation, Americans appear not to be afraid of taking out debt. By the end of 2023, we had accumulated $17.1 trillion in consumer debt, a 4.4% increase from 2022. That said, the interest rates Americans received on that…
Do you know what it takes to be a top 10% earner in Oregon? The income required to be in the top 10% varies greatly across states, so your guess might be more or less accurate depending on where you live. Find out what it takes to be in the top 10% in Oregon. Methodology…
When it comes to filling up, you’ve probably been lied to more than once. Going to the gas station in Nevada should be a straightforward experience, yet it’s littered with ill-informed myths. In some ways, this makes sense. Americans are desperate to save a few cents per gallon where they can. If filling up in…
