Experts Say Viewing Your Car as an Investment Can Improve Your Finances
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Experts Say Viewing Your Car as an Investment Can Improve Your Finances

Rather than seeing your vehicle as a piece of equipment that needs to be replaced frequently, like a cellphone, for example, it may be smarter to treat your car as a long-term asset that you can feel comfortable owning and driving for years, which could save you thousands of dollars.

4 Ways to Achieve Financial Empowerment this Year
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4 Ways to Achieve Financial Empowerment this Year

Finances are consistently a top concern for many Americans, with “saving money” ranking among their primary common goals. This year, Americans are more concerned than ever due to the uncertainty created by high inflation, rising interest rates, lack of income growth and dwindling savings. According to investment research site YCharts, the U.S. personal savings rate…

Mason Makes Money Fund Celebrates National Financial Literacy Month With Money Management Events and Tips for Youth
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Mason Makes Money Fund Celebrates National Financial Literacy Month With Money Management Events and Tips for Youth

In observance of National Financial Literacy Awareness Month, Mason Makes Money Fund will be hosting several in-person and virtual events taking place throughout the month of April.

Houston Ranks Higher Than Other Texas Cities in the Wage Gap
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Houston Ranks Higher Than Other Texas Cities in the Wage Gap

In 2024, the wage gap between men and women continues to persist, with women earning less than men. However, Houston fares better compared to other cities in Texas, as revealed by a recent earnings study conducted by the Chamber of Commerce. According to the study, Houston ranks at No. 142 out of 170 of the…

40% of Americans See Financial Independence as ‘Making It’
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40% of Americans See Financial Independence as ‘Making It’

Financial independence is important to 67% of Americans, though nearly a quarter (24%) say they haven’t yet achieved it, according to new research from Empower, a leader in financial planning, investing, and advice. The definition of “making it” financially varies among spenders and savers, though many equate it with resilience and independence: 44% of Americans…