Darlowe Torkelson and his wife had a short shopping list for dinner. It only included one potato and one sirloin steak at today’s prices. According to Torkelson of Argyle, Texas, his family is still unsure of the maximum amount they are prepared to spend on specific groceries. Torkelson stated, “I’d like to see it back…
Family Dollar is officially being fired. Dollar Tree has finally sold all of its Family Dollar locations in the United States to private equity firms Brigade Capital Management and Macellum Capital Management for just $1 billion, after years of attempting to make the merger work. This is a rather ironic deal for a dollar store…
One of the most infamous and utterly perplexing regulations in Social Security history has been officially repealed by Congress, marking a rare victory for retirees and common sense. Since the Social Security Fairness Act was passed, the Government Pension Offset (GPO) has been eliminated as of January 2024. Teachers, police officers, and public employees were…
Purchasing an automobile is a thrilling experience. However, it can be a little intimidating these days, particularly when you take into account factors like the brand of the automobile, the features offered, and whether you want to go with a regular fuel type, hybrid, or electric solely. Despite the seemingly limitless alternatives, it shouldn’t be…
Now, migrants, you have to be on your guard. The USCIS (Citizenship and Immigration Services) has issued an urgent alert to the millions of immigrants who have a Green Card in our nation, as we are aware that the Trump Administration regrettably seeks to alter our (and their) understanding of migration. Their most recent pronouncement,…
The last time the federal government issued large-scale stimulus checks was during the COVID-19 pandemic to assist eligible people in overcoming the financial consequences of the pandemic, including rising living expenses, widespread layoffs and job losses, and the death of breadwinners in families. There are now rumors that the Trump Administration is considering a new…
For many years, Costco has been a haven for hot dog aficionados, bargain hunters, and bulk buyers. The massive warehouse company is ushering in a new age, though, one with more stringent regulations, more expensive memberships, and much less flexibility. The days of cruising the food court without a membership or coasting on someone else’s…
In a parking crackdown that will take effect in a few days, drivers in a major city will be subject to steep new fines. According to local officials, a tiered system of fines for residential permit parking violations in residential areas would be implemented, which would result in harsher penalties for a large number of…
These days, operating a motor vehicle is as instinctive as breathing. With fuel options ranging from petrol to diesel or the more recent electric vehicle alternatives, a variety of makes and models are now accessible. With several international automakers, diesel vehicles are growing in popularity. While city drivers prefer petrol engines, long-distance drivers appear to…
For many people, purchasing a home for the first time is a significant life event. If you have never bought a home before or haven’t owned one for the previous three years, you are considered a first-time home buyer. If a person hasn’t owned a home for the previous two years, the IRS may also…
