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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is suing H&R Block over alleged deceptive marketing and inappropriate removal of customer tax data. Customers were persuaded to purchase a ‘Free Online’ tax filing service that was often not truly free due to hidden costs. The accusations also include H&R Block making transfers to more affordable online services difficult …

Did you know Ronald Wayne, an original Apple investor, missed out on a potential $300 billion payday? He sold his 10% Apple share for a mere $2,300 after just twelve days. Fear of financial risk drove him to make this decision, now seen as one of history’s biggest missed financial opportunities. Despite Wayne’s focus on …

Noted investor and author, Alexa von Tobel, emphasises the necessity of educating children on financial matters. With a varied background spanning from founding the online financial advisory, LearnVest, to her current administrative partner role at venture fund Inspired Capital, her passion for economic enlightenment is clear.

Tobel’s …

Adjusting to ever-changing surroundings due to regular construction, Uptown Rogers’ residents and businesses are showing commendable patience and adaptability. The construction work primarily surrounds the roundabout of Pinnacle Hills Parkway and Pauline Whitaker Parkway, and it impacts traffic flow and pedestrian accessibility. However, the locals anticipate the significant improvements these changes will bring.

Residents like …

As tax season rolls around, it’s important to stay vigilant against the increasing threat of tax scams and identity theft. Fraudsters often impersonate tax officials to steal personal information or con unsuspecting taxpayers into making payments directly to them. Always double-check legitimacy before sharing your information; the IRS, for instance, will never request personal details …

In August 2022, seasoned investor Andrew Keshner sold his real estate holdings to fund Individual Retirement Account Certificates of Deposit (IRA CDs), surprising those in his circles. Keshner’s move marked a strategic pivot toward retirement savings for the long haul.

Ruminating on the possible tax implications of withdrawing from an IRA CD, Keshner is unsure …

J Creative Entertainment, co-founded by JP Mallo and Justyn Reyes, has embarked on a fresh project to develop narratives centered on the cultures, traditions and stories of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) as well as Filipino communities for worldwide audiences.

Established in 2019, the company has already successfully oversaw marketing campaigns for TV …

Pharma giant Daiichi Sankyo is currently under investigation by the U.K.’s Prescription Medicines Code of Practice Authority (PMCPA). The company stands accused of misleading promotional tactics for their cholesterol drugs, Nilemdo and Nustendi, with main controversy stemming from the unclear guidance about using these drugs in conjunction with simvastatin.

The fuzziness of the information given …

On February 21, 2024, a unique certification program was launched to address the perceived instability of finite benefit pension plans. Designed with high standards, it advocates for strong risk management strategies aimed at preventing individuals from depleting their retirement savings.

This program is designed to boost member and stakeholder confidence by efficiently managing risks like …

Amid growing financial insecurities, middle-income Americans, specifically those from Black and Hispanic communities, could be heading towards a retirement crisis. This demographic, often referred to as the “overlooked middle”, faces potential struggles with costs of necessary healthcare and housing, thereby affecting their self-supported and respected retirement plans.

Research conducted by the NORC at the University …