The NBC News Home Buyer Index has identified Iroquois County, Illinois as the least difficult market to buy a home in the U.S. when counties are sorted by specific factors. Among the contributing factors, Iroquois County ranked highest in terms of cost-effectiveness or affordability. This indicates that the housing market in this area is more
One of the stocks favored by the Street’s top pros is Delta Air Lines (DAL), America’s second-largest carrier. With an extensive network reaching more than 290 destinations across six continents, Delta is a key player in the airline industry. Analyst Helane Becker recently reiterated a buy rating on DAL after the company’s presentation at the
The latest craze on TikTok is the concept of a “no-spend month,” where users are encouraged to refrain from making any non-essential purchases for a specified period. This trend is seen as a way to detox from overspending and redirect funds towards long-term financial goals. The challenge can last for a week, a month, or
In response to the housing affordability crisis in the United States, there has been a significant increase in the construction of built-for-rent single-family homes, according to the National Association of Home Builders. As mortgage rates rise and buying a home becomes increasingly challenging, renting has emerged as a more viable option for many Americans. This
The housing market is currently facing a crisis with sales of previously owned homes at a 30-year low. In May, existing home sales remained essentially flat, decreasing by 0.7% from April to a seasonally adjusted, annualized rate of 4.11 million units. This represents a 2.8% decrease from May of the previous year. The sluggish sales
The U.S. Department of Education is considering extending the eligibility of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program to include early childhood educators. This move comes as a response to the low wages many of these educators face and the student debt they accumulate due to pursuing higher education. Early childhood educators play a crucial
Forever 21, a legacy fast-fashion player, is currently facing financial difficulties that are causing the company’s sales to decline. The retailer, with over 380 stores in the U.S., has reached out to landlords to request a decrease in rent, with some landlords being asked to cut rent by as much as 50%. This move shows
The recent Supreme Court case, Moore v. United States, involved a challenge to a federal tax on certain foreign investments. The case centered around a Washington state couple who faced taxes on income from an investment in an India-based company that did not distribute dividends. The couple incurred approximately $15,000 in taxes due to the
China invested a significant amount, totaling $230.8 billion, over a span of more than a decade to develop its electric car industry. This information was revealed in research conducted by the U.S.-based Center for Strategic and International Studies. Scott Kennedy, the trustee chair in Chinese Business and Economics at CSIS, highlighted that this scale of
Casual-dining chains are experiencing a shift in customer behavior, with more consumers showing interest in their offerings compared to traditional fast-food establishments. Darden Restaurants CEO Rick Cardenas highlighted this trend, pointing out that while Darden has not directly benefited from this shift, its competitors like Brinker International and Dine Brands have been successfully luring in