Economics
The US State With The Highest Rate Of Underwater Mortgages
Following the 2008 housing crisis, which caused home prices to plummet across much of the country, many homeowners found themselves owing more on their mortgage than their home…
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You Might Be 'Upper-Class' If You Pay For This Expense In All Cash
Being part of the "upper class" is an aspiration for a lot of people. But considering the ambiguity around the term, the different standards of living in different states, as…
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The Children's Movie That Might End Up Making More Money Than Avatar: Fire And Ash
On December 19, 2025, "Avatar: Fire and Ash," the third installment of James Cameron's "Avatar" franchise, hit theaters. Within three days of its release, the film had already…
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The Best Place To Live In The South, According To Consumer Affairs
Located just 9 miles from North Carolina's state capital of Raleigh, Cary was named the best place to live in the South by Consumer Affairs . And while it's referred to as a…
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The Economic Cost Of Gun Violence In America Might Surprise You
Not a day goes by in the United States where a gun isn't used to kill people. But while the lasting emotional impacts of gun violence certainly shouldn't be brushed aside, there…
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The Housing Market Could Grow In 2026 If This Happens
In 2025, the United States experienced housing market stagnation, with little change in month-over-month and year-over-year sales. Asad Khan, a senior economist at Redfin , said…
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When Your Net Worth Reaches This Number, You Might Be Considered Mass Affluent
The term "upper class" generally refers to households with significant wealth and a lifestyle that affords them luxury homes, extensive travel, and financial freedom. However…
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The Most Expensive Sports Betting Scandals In Recent US History
The American sports landscape is filled with excitement and unpredictability. Almost no one can make the leaping catches that receivers like Calvin Johnson or Randy Moss could…
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The 13 Strongest Currencies In The World, Ranked
Fiat currencies have been the primary store of value and means of exchange since the world economy ended the practice of the gold standard in the 1970s. "Your paper is paper," as…
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Warning Signs Of A Looming Recession, According To An Economist
Recessions rarely come out of nowhere. There are typically indications that appear well beforehand, signaling that an economic downturn may be ahead. Red flags of a recession can…
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The 11 Cities With The Fastest-Growing Wealthy Populations In The U.S.
Research compiled by residence and citizenship investment planning firm Henley & Partners in partnership with wealth intelligence firm New World Wealth found that the 11 cities…
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A New Rule Could Change What National Parks Are Allowed To Sell
Souvenirs can sometimes be a waste of money, but if they're sold in U.S. national parks, soon enough they may need to be made in America. Or at least that will be the case if a…