Those currently in the military can face obstacles they may not be ready for when they retire. They have to consider whether the state they decide to spend their time as a retiree in is right for them. Housing, taxes, and overall quality of life play a huge role in veterans’ decisions. The step back…
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…
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…
The thought of someone moving into your second home or camping out on your land without permission is a little scary. Even scarier is the idea that they could legally claim the land as their own in some states, including Arizona. Squatter’s rights, also called adverse possession laws, are a bizarre legal concept that many…
The education Wisconsin students receive, from childhood through college, plays a crucial role in shaping their futures. It just so happens that Wisconsinites 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…
Have you ever thought the number of unhappy people around you is higher than it should be? Research says you might be onto something. The residents of certain states, including Tennessee, have significantly lower happiness levels than others. How To Measure Happiness A study released by Zippia attempted to measure each state’s average happiness by…
The number of parks in your city or how close you are to healthy restaurants may affect your personal health more than you think. Certain things you may not even consider, like the number of hospital beds, can determine the overall health of your city too. WalletHub compiled data showing which cities in the U.S….
A recent WalletHub study reveals that New York residents shoulder the heaviest tax burden in the United States. This means that a significant portion of their income goes to state and local taxes, more than in any other state. Here’s what a high tax burden looks like for New Yorkers and where nine other states…
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 Mississippi city is on this list? Going Down To…
Ever wonder where America’s billionaires hang their hats? A new study from Delia Law reveals that nearly a quarter of the country’s billionaires file their tax returns in just one state: California. But Texas is a strong contender as well. Here’s what the numbers tell us about where the ultra-rich live—and why. California: The Billionaire…
