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Economy

“California exodus left a gaping population hole. Can the Golden State finally bounce back?”

“…Though the state population grew 0.17% in 2023 — the first year of growth since the COVID-19 pandemic — California is still 1.2% smaller than it was in 2019, according to a Times data analysis. If the state continues to… Continue Reading…

Personal Finance

“74% say they can’t count on Social Security when planning for retirement…”

“Almost three-quarters, 74%, of people say they cannot count on Social Security benefits when it comes to the money they will have in retirement, according to a new survey from Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America….” https://www.cnbc.com/2023/04/15/74percent-say-they-cant-count-on-social-security-benefits-what-not-to-do.html Well if… Continue Reading…

Investing

“Billionaires like Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates are making big bets on farmland — here are 2 effortless ways you can access it, too”

“…According to data published by the U.S. Agriculture Department, about 80% of rented farmland is owned by investors who do not farm themselves. This ratio could increase as more investors get involved and the barriers to entry drop… Investing in… Continue Reading…

Predictions, Opinions, & Comments

Financial Benefits Of Canned Goods & Stored Food

Part of being financially independent is being able to support yourself during setbacks or emergency situations. Just like it’s a good idea to have cash on hand for a rainy day it’s also good to have food as well. Earthquakes… Continue Reading…

Economy, Real Estate

Exodus Incoming: “More than a third of New Yorkers say they can’t afford to live here”

“More than a third of all city residents say they can’t afford to live anywhere in the state — much less the Big Apple — and believe economic hardship will send them packing in five years or less, according to… Continue Reading…