The growing trend of banning books in schools across the United States is prompting important questions, making us reflect on the balance between safeguarding students and preserving intellectual freedom. According to Pen America, ten states are at the forefront of the debate, banning significantly more book titles than the rest. Do you know where Michigan…
Buying a home in Texas 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…
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…
