Category Archives: Video
The Debt Ceiling
In mid-2023, the U.S. government reportedly came close to defaulting on its debt because Congress struggled to raise the debt ceiling. Every year or two it seems we’re running up against some deadline as lawmakers disagree about how to approach … Continue reading
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Trade Schools
We tell teenagers and even younger children that it’s important to go to college, in part because it’s an important step to starting a career that pays well. But do they have to go to college to make that happen? … Continue reading
Posted in Career, Economics, Video
Tagged career, eligibility, salary, trade schools
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Bankruptcy
When you hear about a business or an individual entering into bankruptcy, your instinct might be that the business will soon close or that the individual may be destitute. But that’s not necessarily the case. In this report, Radio America’s … Continue reading
Cyclical Investing
Many investors choose a plan that works best for them over the long run. They don’t stress over the fluctuations in the market, staying confident that their money will bring them a strong return over time. But should you take … Continue reading
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Monetization of Online Videos
Posting content to social media might be a hobby to some, but for millions of people it’s also a way to make money. Some content creators are making a lot of money! But how do they get started? What do … Continue reading
Understanding Inflation
We’re experiencing the worst inflation in more than 40 years. But why? What factors are at work in making the cost of almost everything significantly higher than just a year ago? Radio America’s Claire Alfree walks us through the causes … Continue reading
Opt In and Out
We are constantly inundated by texts and emails from stores, organizations, and even political campaigns. And we never agreed to receive anything from most of them. Rather than asking customers or followers to “opt-in” to receive messages and other content, … Continue reading
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Banking Deserts
The internet has revolutionized many areas of our lives. That includes banking. Rather than having to stand in line at a bank branch, most transactions can be taken care of with a couple of taps on your smartphone. As a … Continue reading
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Tagged access, banking deserts, banks, businesses, cash
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