Millions of American children and teens are heading back to school this season. While much of their academic success can be credited to their parents, teachers, guidance counselors and educational materials, the importance of their home environment should not be understated. Whether a brand new kindergartener or a graduating class of 2024 senior, having the
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It’s not necessarily hard to find a location with 3,000+ hours of annual sunshine, but not all are created equal. Make the most of a sunny climate in these eight top destinations, chosen not just for the number of days per year they revel in rays but also for their fascinating histories, diverse cultural offerings,
Workers in Washington state saw a new deduction in their paychecks last month: a tax on wages meant to help pay for the cost of long-term care. The first-of-its-kind tax in the U.S. was created in 2019. However, under the program’s timeline, workers began making payroll contributions in July of 2023. Washington Cares Payroll Tax
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In this article LC Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT By many measures, consumers who have been squeezed by higher prices should be experiencing some relief. Recent releases show that, at least compared with the soaring inflation from a year ago, prices have begun to ease. The consumer price index, which measures inflation, increased 3% from
When moving into a new home, adding items to the bathroom that provide texture and warmth – as well as functionality – can make this space feel more personalized. Whether it’s a new apartment or a new house, high quality bathroom accessories can add the finishing touches to make the space feel less generic, and
If you were born in 1951, did you receive a required minimum distribution between January 1, 2023 and July 31, 2023? If you don’t want that RMD, you can undo it by redepositing the funds into the retirement plan if you act by September 30. Why am I directing this information to those born in
Rewards earned from staking cryptocurrency are to be included in a taxpayer’s gross income when received. For those who follow the taxation of digital assets the position taken in IRS Revenue Ruling 2023-14 comes as no surprise. The ruling formalizes the position the IRS has taken at least since the Jarrett case. The Jarretts’ argument