Posts by: Max Erkiletian

by Max Erkiletian

Social Security COLA Expected to Rise 3.2 Percent in 2024 Lagging Behind Seniors’ Expenses In mid-October, the Social Security Administration will announce the annual cost of living adjustment (COLA) for Social ... read the story

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Swipe Fees Reduction Aim of Credit Card Competition Act   A proposal to reduce swipe fees paid by merchants on credit card transactions is making a comeback in congress bu... read the story

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How High Interest Rates Can Help or Hurt You   For the past year, financial journals from Bloomberg to Forbes have been proclaiming that high interest rates are... read the story

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How to Limit Investment Risk – 10 Ways There is no shortage of investment options. Unfortunately, they all carry risks.  Even if you bury your spare loot ... read the story

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Addiction Steals From Your Personal Finances and the Economy – 10 Reasons Why         Even if you are clean and sober, you are being robbed by the toll substance abuse is taking ... read the story

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Why Gas Prices Are Up – 10 Factors     Gas prices are up leaving consumers fuming while they are fueling.  As a result, many people are look... read the story

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The 10 Best Places to Safely Invest $1,000 Right Now   What if you woke up this morning and realized you have an extra $1,000 you do not need to cover living costs or t... read the story

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Diabetes Set to Double by 2050 Weighing on Economy and Patient Finances   Diabetes is on pace to more than double by 2050 affecting 1.3 billion people worldwide, according to a study by r... read the story

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Healthcare Costs and Mortality Rates in U. S. Far Higher Than Other Nations     We Americans are noted for our desire to be number one. We tout our economy, our system of government, and... read the story

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Improve Your Heart Health With Six Foods – Including Whole Fat Dairy   A study published in the European Heart Journal has determined that diets rich in fruits, vegetables, legumes, nu... read the story