Joe's Articles

• Prices on Some Consumer Goods Have Risen Double-Digit Percentages in Pandemic

  Low inventory, high material costs are partly to blame.

• Are ‘Bridge Jobs’ a Good Idea to Cover Career Gaps?

  A good strategy and exit plan are crucial.

• Cannabis Banking Bill Passes House, But Faces Senate Challenge

  Banks want to help budding cannabis companies with their money.

• Want To Pay Off Your Student Debt Faster? These States Will Help If You Buy a Home

  If you have student loans to pay, two states want to help you pay them down — if you’re willing to set your roots down. Both Illinois and Maryland have launched new initiatives to help new homeowners unlock their front door by paying down educational debt.  Should We Forgive Student Debt?: Take Our Poll Learn...

• One Year Into Pandemic, Nearly Half of Americans Still Financially Struggling

  A new survey by Prudential Financial suggests one year into the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans are in a worse situation than ever. The Prudential Financial Wellness Census suggests that 46 percent of Americans still describe themselves as “financially struggling,” while 40 percent say it will take years to recover.  Find Out: In These 3 States, Home Affordability...

• New Trial Data: Regeneron’s Antibody Treatment Prevents COVID Infections

  The "passive vaccine" had an efficacy rate of 81%.

• Nike and FedEx Among Companies That Paid $0 in 2020 Federal Income Tax

  See how major companies get tax rates of $0 or less.

• This Loophole Is Allowing Debt Collectors to Take Your Stimulus Check

  The loophole affects those with debt-collection judgements.

• Could You Start Getting Monthly Stimulus Payments? Elizabeth Warren and More Prominent Dems Push Biden to Offer Regular Relief

  More stimulus would help stabilize Americans' finances.

• Face Masks Just Got a Lot More Expensive: Behind will.i.am’s $300 ‘Smart Mask’

  The product includes earbuds, Bluetooth and built-in fans.