Grocery Tax: A New Era of Sustainability Begins What You Need to Know: According to KRMG, Starting July 1, a new tax will be added to some grocery items. This tax is to help protect the environment. It will affect things like packaged foods, sugary drinks, and other products that are not good for the … Read more
Indiana’s New Reading Law and Summer School Initiatives Aim to Support Low-Income Students Summer Learning Labs in Indiana: Addressing Educational Disparities Through Literacy Programs Indiana’s new reading law could have significant effects on students from low-income families particularly in how it addresses third-grade retention based on the IREAD-3 test, according to the published article of … Read more
The State of North Carolina Takes a Stand Against Medical Debt Breaking Free from the Burden of Unpaid Medical Bills According to ABC11, The government of North Carolina wants to help people who owe a lot of money for medical bills. They are offering a deal to hospitals to help people get out of debt. … Read more
California Cities Take a Stand for Fair Pay Raising the Bar: Cities Lead the Way in Raising Minimum Wage According to KQED, California cities are taking a stand to help workers earn a fairer wage. In the Bay Area and Southern California, several cities are raising their minimum wage standards, aiming to alleviate the burden … Read more
Navigating America’s Looming Labor Shortage: Lessons from Economic Crises The Impact of a Looming Labor Shortage on Economic Recovery and Inflation As the lessons from the last economic crisis remain fresh in our minds concerns about a looming labor shortage have begun to surface, according to the published article of The Atlantic. Following the Great … Read more
Investing Your $100 Tax Refund: Index Funds vs. Blue Chip Stocks for Beginners Beginner’s Guide: Using Your Tax Refund to Invest in Index Funds and Blue Chip Stocks Receiving a $100 tax refund can be a gateway for novice investors looking to dip their toes into the stock market. According to experts at GOBankingRates, one … Read more
HMRC has clarified the relationship between tax codes and state pensions after a pensioner raised concerns about changes to his tax code. A man contacted HMRC via X (formerly Twitter) after noticing a change to his tax code upon becoming entitled to his state pension. He expressed his concern, stating: “I have just been entitled … Read more
As Australians settle into the new financial year, thoughts inevitably turn to tax returns and potential refunds. However, the Australian Tax Office (ATO) urges taxpayers to exercise caution before rushing to submit their 2023/24 tax returns. Taking a measured approach can avoid common pitfalls and ensure a smoother, more accurate filing process. Why Waiting Might … Read more
Washington, D.C. – The White House has announced the nation’s first comprehensive strategy to combat food waste, aiming to reduce environmental impact and save Americans money. On June 12, the administration revealed an ambitious plan supported by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Department of Agriculture (USDA). This initiative includes … Read more
Despite two federal injunctions handed down last week, millions of student loan borrowers will not have to make a payment on their debt in July. This temporary relief is part of what was intended to be a new phase of benefits for borrowers enrolled in the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan. What is … Read more