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The middle-class dream is moving beyond millennial reach
Today's younger generations are less likely to make the middle-income bracket than their parents were - and it's bad news for the economy.
How Far Your Paycheck Goes, In 356 U.S. Cities
Where do middle-class workers feel richest? Where does the cost of living take the biggest bite?
How the Middle Class Can Escape the "Secret Shame"
The Federal Reserve reveals that 47% of Americans wouldn’t be able to cover a $400 emergency if they had to. Follow these tips to avoid that predicament.
Will the “shrinking middle class” reduce loan demand?
In a discussion of potential emerging strategic risks facing credit unions, a client recently asked whether the shrinking middle class might reduce systemic loan demand in the long run. The popular notion associated with a shrinking middle class is that “the rich get richer, and the poor get poorer.” The concern was that the rich …
How the Composition of Wealth Differs, from the Middle Class to the Top 1%
Today's chart shows how the composition of wealth tends to change as net worth increases, illustrating the building blocks that make up household net worth.
Are you middle class? This calculator aims to tell you
Americans can calculate if they are lower, middle or upper class by using Pew Research Center’s updated calculator.
Are you in the middle class? This new calculator has the answer
A new calculator from the Pew Research Center can tell you whether or not you're in the middle class in just a few simple steps.
Are you middle class? The answer may depend on more than just your income.
Defining who is (and isn't) middle class is more than just a number. It's also about aspirations and how we see ourselves.
Are you in the middle class? Here's one way to know your status
One way to know if you have middle class status is having the ability to borrow money, if you need to, at affordable rates of interest.
Are you part of a shrinking ‘middle class’? You might be surprised
How much income does it take to be part of the middle class? It largely depends on where you live. Here’s an examination of the middle class based on census data for Fresno, California.
Are you middle class? Here are 5 traits you might have
Being in the middle class isn't just about having a certain amount of income.
Long term financial tips for new college students
Most high schools and colleges don’t require that their students take finance classes.
US Refineries are set to become the Gem of the Oil Industry
we look at how Middle Eastern geopolitical issues are effecting oil production, how the oil and gas industry is developing in the US, and how a shift in natural gas prices has turned
How to Save for a House: Steps to Get Moving
Set a savings target, minimize expenses, save windfalls and get a side gig to save for a house.
7 Tips on How to Match Your Dream House to Your Budget
Having insufficient funds should not stop you from pursuing your dream house.
What dreaming about money means, according to 3 dream experts
Depending on how you interact with money in them, your dreams might be hinting that you should change your money habits in real life.
How to Stay Motivated to Reach Your Savings Goals
You're doing everything right, but it can be discouraging. Try these tips and tricks to stay on track
How to Start a Budget that Helps You Reach your Goals
A budget is simply a way for you to tell your money where to go. It’s a way to take control of your finances. Most importantly, it should work for you!
Saving Goals: How much should I save to reach my goal?
What are you saving for: a computer, car, boat, summer home, down payment? Use this calculator to determine what you need to save on a regular basis to have the funds ready when needed.
5 tips on how to reach minority households
As a minority and having grown up in a predominantly immigrant community, I know firsthand the struggles that families face in regards to financial services. Knowledge of and accessibility to credit unions was not something I knew about when opening my first bank account. Fast forward to a decade or two since then, and many minority groups […]
