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Income Tax Calculator 2024-2025 - NerdWallet
Curious whether you'll owe taxes or get money back in April 2025? Estimate your tax bill or refund with our free federal income tax calculator.
Austin Rents Tumble 22% From Peak on Massive Home Building Spree
One tenant got two months free, $600 credit for signing lease as deals abound
2024 State of Consumer Credit Report - NerdWallet
New credit and debt data reveals many Americans are paying late fees on bills and using credit to cover the costs of necessities.
Financial literacy matters: Why college students need to start learning now
Investing and financial planning are framed as something we’ll just figure out after graduation once we get a “real” job, but waiting means missing out on opportunities to start building wealth early, and for many, the lack of financial knowledge means racking up debt without fully understanding the consequences.
Explore Your Possibilities with Career Dreamer - Grow with Google- Grow with Google
Discover your dream career with Career Dreamer. An AI-powered tool to help you uncover career potential and analyze your skills to suggest new career paths!
How the Federal Government Created the Subprime Mortgage Crisis
The result of the government’s expansion into the subprime mortgage market was that by the time of the financial crisis, more than half of all mortgages in the United States were subprime or otherwise low-quality mortgages.
LinkedIn is a weird, workaholic wasteland — and a total gold mine for Microsoft
The home of humble bragging is bagging billions for Microsoft and driving leads for smaller business owners....
Pockets Change
'Subscription Creep' Is Real. Consumers Are Paying Over $1,000 Each Year, CNET Survey Finds
The new FTC rule will make it easier to cancel subscriptions without the hassle.
The Average Tax Refund Each Year | Bankrate
The average tax refund in 2024 (for the 2023 tax year) was $3,004, a 0.9 percent increase from the previous year.
Homebuying hit 3-decade low last year
Existing home sales fell last year to the lowest level since 1995 when the US population was 23% smaller, the National Association of Realtors said.
Pet Insurance Industry Analysis Report 2024-2030: Dogs Dominate Animal Market Share in 2023, while Small Mammals, Horses, Reptiles, and Birds Set for Rapid Growth through 2030
Pet Insurance Market Pet Insurance Market Dublin, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Pet Insurance Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Coverage Type (Accident-only, Accident & Illness), By Animal Type (Dogs, Cats), By Sales Channel (Agency, Broker, Direct), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024-2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.The global pet insurance market size is expected to reach USD 33.57 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 16.73% from 202
GoFundMe help could limit FEMA assistance for fire victims | CNN Business
Millions are being raised so far for Califorina wildfire victims. But some of those fundraising efforts could actually end up limiting the money is that is available through the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Key lessons for the U.S. from analyses of student loan systems all around the world
The whole system of student loans can be made so much fairer, more efficient, more progressive, and simpler, with the institution of a single income-driven loan repayment system for all borrowers

How America Pays for College 2024
Research from Sallie Mae provides key insights on how American families pay for college. Read the full report today.
Will the government get out of mortgages?
Some investors are betting Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will be privatized.
As fires rage, CA fears home insurance collapse
Policyholders could be facing a bumpy road to reimbursement...and higher premiums.
(24) LinkedIn Jobs on the Rise 2025: The 25 fastest-growing jobs in the U.S. | LinkedIn
See the most in-demand jobs of 2025, in LinkedIn's data-backed ranking of the 25 top growing roles in the U.S.
How to Start Investing in 2025: A Beginner’s Guide
Investing for beginners doesn’t have to be a mystery. We’ve got a step-by-step plan to help you get started on your investing journey today!
How to Start Investing in 2025: A Beginner’s Guide
Natural (but Stupid) Experiments? | Econbrowser
House hunting gets political. New service offers access to neighborhood voting data
With Oyssey, you can see whether you're moving into a Republican or Democratic neighborhood.
Mashvisor | Short-Term Rental Data analysis & Airbnb Data
Optimize real estate investing with Airbnb data, comps, & advanced software. Maximize revenue, find properties, & automate rentals for efficiency & profitability.
Analysis | Why so many Americans prefer sprawl to walkable neighborhoods
Building more 15-minute neighborhoods would cut pollution and conserve nature. But do Americans want to live in them? See how walkable your neighborhood is.
QoD: How much money was donated on Giving Tuesday in 2020? - Blog
Giving Tuesday is one of the biggest days for philanthropic donations. Find out how much Americans gave last year. Answer: $3.1 billion Questions: Have you ever donated on Giving Tuesday? Why or why not? Why do you think Giving Tuesday has grown so much over the last decade?
The Typical First-Time Homebuyer Is Now Almost 40. What Happened?
Here's why Americans are nearly middle-aged before they become homeowners.
You may not need that student loan after all. Here's the latest college tuition trend.
Americans love to grouse of about the high cost of college tuition. A new report tells another story.

Airbnb implores Barcelona to reconsider ban on short-term rentals
Residents of Barcelona are saying no más to mass tourism, with most Airbnbs in the city likely run by multi-property professionals....