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Six different ways that prove the wealthy pay a lot more than their ‘fair share’

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez claim the rich don't pay their fair share, but IRS data tells a very different tax story.

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Blue states’ latest sneaky cash grab targets your biggest payday yet

A surtax is a tax layered on top of existing income taxes in blue states like Massachusetts and California, targeting earners above $1 million.

06.05.2026 9

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The great wealth lie: Millennials are richer than you or they think

Baby boomers still control over $85 trillion in wealth, but millennials are catching up faster than any generation with a 374% surge since 2019.

27.04.2026 20

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Four lessons why the 'Boom Belt' is making such a big noise with migration

The Boom Belt, including Texas, Florida and Tennessee, gains wealth as high-income earners flee high-tax states like California and New York in...

23.04.2026 40

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Your favorite fast-food app is playing mind games and charging you for the privilege

Your $8 fast-food order may balloon to $22 thanks to fee stacking, including delivery fees, service fees and the sneaky new small order fee penalty.

15.04.2026 20

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Blue states are changing the tax rules on the wealthy and it's going to cost all of us

A wave of new tax proposals in blue states targets high earners with wealth taxes and exit taxes, prompting billionaires and businesses to relocate...

06.04.2026 40

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You can blame inflation for your bad finances. Or are you spending too much?

Even if inflation cools, overspending habits, credit card debt, and instant gratification may be the real reasons Americans are falling behind...

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America's $39 trillion debt bomb could be more painful than you think

With $39 trillion in national debt, politicians are selling myths about growth and tax hikes — but the real risk is to your savings and purchasing...

26.03.2026 50

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AI comes with a hefty charge. Are you the one who gets stuck with the bill?

Major tech companies scramble for power as AI data centers consume massive electricity, with utilities in Virginia, Texas warning of unprecedented...

15.03.2026 40

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VICTORY GARDEN: Cut grocery bills and healthcare costs with one simple backyard habit

Rising grocery prices got you down? This compelling case for bringing back food literacy and home gardens could slash your grocery bills...

13.03.2026 40

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America has a very expensive promises problem — and the bill is coming due

The uncomfortable truth about America's deficit crisis: even dramatic tax hikes or spending cuts can't fix a $1.78 trillion shortfall through policy...

24.02.2026 20

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Elon Musk says you can skip retirement savings in the age of AI. Not so fast

Why Elon Musk's prediction about artificial intelligence eliminating need for retirement savings could cost workers hundreds of thousands in future...

02.02.2026 40

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Trump’s 401(k) plan tries to fix housing crisis. It's a full-blown retirement disaster

Donald Trump's housing proposal would let Americans tap 401(k) retirement savings for home down payments, but that easy solution is also robbing your...

23.01.2026 60

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California’s hatred for capitalism is killing the goose that laid its golden egg

California's proposed billionaire tax on unrealized gains drives entrepreneurs like Elon Musk to Texas, threatening Silicon Valley's innovation...

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AI financial advisors are coming and they may outperform the humans guarding your money

Fox News anchor Bret Baier explores how the technology is changing how the world operates on 'Special Report.' For decades, Americans were given the...

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California is broke, but it’s not too late for the rest of us

California faces an $18 billion deficit by 2026-27 as Democrat Gov. Newsom's spending policies create a structural budget crisis worse than projected.

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This is why you make six figures and still live paycheck to paycheck

Why six-figure earners live paycheck to paycheck: no budgets, expensive homes and cars, plus social media pressure create financial stress for...

13.12.2025 10

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Christmas is gobbling up Thanksgiving, the uniquely American holiday

Retailers prioritize Christmas over Thanksgiving decorations because holiday shopping generates billions while gratitude traditions offer lower...

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When Trump meets Mamdani: Five capitalist messages the democratic socialist should hear

Two opposing worldviews on wealth creation and government redistribution set to clash Friday at the White House when President Trump and New York City...

21.11.2025 20

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Why Gen Z is suddenly skipping the $15 burrito bowl

Fast casual dining out was once considered an affordable convenience and has now become a small luxury. This generation isn’t lazy or spoiled....

14.11.2025 10

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Would Jesus buy this stock? The rise of Biblically Responsible Investing

BRI investing combines stewardship mindset with financial strategy, enabling Christians to invest in companies that reflect biblical virtues and...

02.11.2025 20

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‘Spaving’ is not saving. It could cost you up to $50,000 out of your retirement

Retailers exploit consumer psychology through "spaving" tactics that make people feel like they're saving while actually overspending on unnecessary...

26.10.2025 20

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Should all 50 states eliminate income tax? Understanding the real trade-offs

States without income tax rely on sales taxes and natural resources for revenue, while high-tax states fund expansive social programs through steep...

16.10.2025 20

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Why it’s inevitable that Elon Musk will be a trillionaire

Elon Musk's diverse portfolio, including Tesla, SpaceX and xAI, creates a compounding effect that makes his inevitable rise to trillionaire status...

09.10.2025 10

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If you’re 50 and older, you might be about to lose a big tax break

Check out what's clicking on FoxBusiness.com. Wake up, high-income earning Americans: a tax shift the size of a wrecking ball is barreling toward your...

03.10.2025 40

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Why Gen Z doesn't want to have kids

High housing costs, student debt, and expensive childcare are driving Generation Z away from parenthood, threatening America's population replacement...

28.09.2025 30

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AI stock euphoria: Is this another 2000 dot-com bust in the making?

'Making Money' host Charles Payne discusses what's causing the market to pull back. If you were investing in the late 1990s, you’ll remember the...

06.09.2025 50

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Why politicians abandon Switzerland-like centrism to be more like Trump

Gavin Newsom and Zohran Mamdani show how politicians must embrace bold, controversial stances rather than moderate positions to succeed in modern...

28.08.2025 20

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It’s a buyer’s market and nobody is buying: Where Is Jerome Powell?

Circle Squared Investments founder Jeff Sica discusses the impact of the real estate industry on the U.S. economy and markets. If you’ve flipped...

22.08.2025 20

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America's tipping culture spirals from 15% to 30% as digital guilt trip kicks in

Digital payment terminals now suggest 30% tips for basic services, shifting wage responsibility from employers to customers through guilt-inducing...

16.08.2025 20

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The 78 cent opinion: Why stamp prices surge while mail volume plummets

USPS posted a $6.5 billion loss in 2023 while raising stamp prices from 55 to 78 cents since 2020, even as first-class mail volume drops over 50%...

08.08.2025 20

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High-rise jeans, high returns: How Sydney Sweeney is helping American Eagle stock fly

Bold, not woke: Sydney Sweeney brings back high-rise jeans and big stock gains.

07.08.2025 20

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Low-rise jeans, high returns: How Sydney Sweeney is helping American Eagle stock fly

Trump should issue three executive orders to reform the Endangered Species Act, remove species listed on projected habitat decline, and compensate...

07.08.2025 10

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Buy now, pay later is the worst thing for consumers since payday loans

Buy now, pay later apps normalize instant gratification over financial discipline, replacing the saving-first approach of traditional layaway systems

01.08.2025 10

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Why Fetterman is right: The fight against cashless stores defends Main Street and working-class Americans

Sen. John Fetterman's push to ban cashless-only businesses protects unbanked Americans, reduces fees for small businesses and preserves economic...

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Parents are splurging on luxury vacations their kids won't remember

Why expensive family vacations might satisfy parental guilt but fail to create lasting memories for young children who simply crave attention and...

06.07.2025 10

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Universities take advantage of a tax dodge while students struggle to pay tuition

Elite universities with billion-dollar endowments operate tax-free property empires while students drown in debt and communities foot the bill for...

11.06.2025 10

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What’s the right time to get your kids off the family payroll?

Financial independence for adult children is crucial for their development and parents' retirement security. Here's what parents should stop covering.

08.06.2025 20

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Smart parents can secure their child's digital identity — before someone else does

Learn why reserving a domain name for your newborn is a proactive step in digital parenting, ensuring control over their online identity and future...

26.05.2025 20

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Ink over email: Why handwritten notes still win in business

The handwritten thank-you note isn’t just a sentimental throwback – it’s a powerful tool that can accelerate your career, grow your business...

09.05.2025 20

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You might not like the solution to the debt crisis, but here's how to fix America's spending problem

Fixing America's national debt crisis is going to require solutions that people might not like.

08.05.2025 10

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President Trump’s ultimate magic trick

What President Trump picked up In Vegas was the magician’s most powerful tool: misdirection, the ability to distract the crowd with one hand...

19.04.2025 20

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Is this the No. 1 401(k) move for 2025?

UBS managing director and senior portfolio manager Jason Katz discusses whether President Donald Trump's tariffs will jeopardize the passing of his...

11.04.2025 20

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Forget AI, these dirty jobs will help you clean up

Workers who want to outsmart AI need to skip office work and look for so-called dirty jobs. Positions like electrician, plumber, welder and mechanic...

26.03.2025 20

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Why the Department of Education is going to RIP

In the business world, companies that spend billions without achieving measurable success collapse. In government, there is no accountability for...

12.03.2025 20

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The national debt is about to hit a terrifying number no matter what we do

Elon Musk's DOGE efforts have saved roughly $100 billion. But that's nowhere near enough to bring fiscal sanity and stop the national debt from...

07.03.2025 20

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The real reasons why In-N-Out Burger and more are leaving California

Hundreds of businesses are discovering that California is no longer the land of opportunity. It's the Left Coast and that means high taxes and lots of...

19.02.2025 30

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Why reselling concert and sporting tickets online could cause you an IRS audit

Be careful if you sell online. The IRS may know a lot more about your side hustle this tax season. And it is cracking down on those who fail...

15.02.2025 10

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How to avoid a romance scam this Valentine’s Day

Trend Micro vice president of threat intelligence Jon Clay details 'the big red flags' associated with romance scams. Valentine’s Day is a time...

14.02.2025 20

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