The statistical average in America is a distortion. When billionaires and high-frequency traders are lumped into the same pool as teachers and warehouse managers, the resulting numbers skew the reality of the American economy. The top 1% now requires an annual household income of at least $731,000 just to enter the club. Because their gains are so outsized, they pull the average upward, masking the much more modest growth seen by the rest of the country. What is life actually like for the 99%? The not quite 1% This group lies between the 90th and 99th percentiles. These are the…
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Imagine getting a same-day doctor’s appointment and an unhurried, hour-long exam. For years, this level of care seemed reserved for the ultra-wealthy. Today, membership-based medical practices are bringing personalized care into everyday communities. What does concierge medicine actually cost? The average annual membership for a standard concierge practice typically ranges from $1,500 to $5,000. In high-cost, high-demand urban markets, expect $10,000 or more. This retainer buys priority. It covers extended appointments, comprehensive physicals, and often includes 24/7 communication with your doctor. Traditional primary care doctors manage well over a thousand patients, resulting in 10-minute visits. Concierge doctors limit their practices…
Friday night arrives, and by Monday morning, your bank balance takes a noticeable hit. Between restaurant meals, digital rentals, and casual shopping, the weekend is a notorious drain on a household budget. Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the average American family spends thousands of dollars a year purely on food away from home and entertainment. Much of that spending is likely concentrated in a two-day window. A no-spend weekend directly interrupts this cycle. The concept is a strict 48-hour freeze from Friday evening to Monday morning, where your primary goal is to spend exactly $0. Executing just…
While wildfires and hurricanes grab headlines, another type of severe weather may present unappreciated risks for homeowners and insurers. More than 43.5 million U.S. properties are at moderate or greater risk from damaging hail, according to a new report from Cotality, a real estate data provider. Hailstorms can now cause financial losses comparable to a Category 4 hurricane, the report concludes, and damage that may cost up to $17.84 trillion to reconstruct. In 2025, Cotality notes, the U.S. recorded 142 days with damaging hail — seven more than in 2024 and well above the 20-year average of 122 days. During…
Amid soaring fuel costs due to the United States and Israel’s war with Iran, Georgia became the first state to temporarily suspend its gas tax for drivers filling up at the pumps. But don’t expect a mass of other states, led by Republicans or Democrats, to follow suit anytime soon. At least three other states have pending legislation to reduce or suspend gas taxes, but two aren’t moving anywhere. Prices at the pump have soared more than a dollar since a month ago, according to AAA. On March 23, the national average was at $3.95 a gallon. Drivers across the…
Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Boldin. With the stock market bouncing up and down, global oil supplies under pressure, and headlines warning of economic uncertainty, it’s understandable to feel unsettled about your financial future. Market downturns can trigger very real emotions: fear, urgency, and the temptation to act quickly. While those reactions are natural, impulsive financial decisions are rarely the most productive ones. Economic Uncertainty Requires You to Ask the Right Questions Periods of uncertainty can actually be some of the most valuable moments to revisit your financial plan, assuming you’re asking the right questions. Instead of worrying…
Tesla makes the most popular electric car in the country: the Model 3. Tesla’s Model 3 offers solid value for the money, but it isn’t the only competitive electric car on the market. German luxury automaker BMW’s new electric car, the 2027 BMW i3, could be a legitimate rival for the dominant Model 3. The i3 has promising performance specs and major potential in its segment. Here’s how the two electric cars contrast and which model has the upper hand. The Tesla Model 3 Performance Is a Quick and Capable Electric Car Tesla changed the American automotive landscape with the…
David Simon — the leader of Simon Property Group, the largest retail real estate company in the world — died March 22 at the age of 64. Simon died following a 2024 cancer diagnosis. He remained at the helm of the company his father and uncle founded as he received medical treatment. On Monday, The Simon Property Group Board of Directors appointed Eli Simon, David’s eldest son, to be the next chief executive and president of the Indianapolis-based company, continuing the family’s strong leadership of the company. Eli Simon will also continue to serve in his previous role, chief operating…
If your credit card balances have crept up recently, you aren’t alone. Between sticky inflation and the rising cost of everyday essentials, millions of Americans are leaning on plastic just to bridge the gap. The problem isn’t just the debt itself; it’s the punishingly high interest rates. With the average card charging around 20% or more, making the minimum payment is like trying to empty a swimming pool with a teaspoon. The math is simply stacked against you. The good news? You can take control of the math. Here’s your actionable, step-by-step guide to crushing your credit card debt in…
Five Guys isn’t receiving five stars from everyone after its latest menu change. In social media posts made on March 16, Five Guys announced it has ditched its plastic fry cups for kraft paper bags, and some customers aren’t pleased. “We’re still using the same fresh-cut potatoes and generous portions, but this new packaging helps fries hold their texture and keeps takeout and delivery fresher, longer,” the burger chain said in its post, adding that the bags are grease-resistant and BPA- and PFAS-free. As is tradition for when a fast food joint changes things up, some customers have taken to…