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Where income increased most across the US

SmartAsset shared findings from its ranking of 636 cities based on the percent change in median household income over one year, according to the latest data from the Census Bureau.

Where income has declined most nationwide

SmartAsset analyzed data from 630 cities to rank them based on the percentage decline in median household income over one year, according to the latest data from the Census Bureau.
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Beyond the classroom: How schools are getting creative to help struggling families

Chalkbeat reports on how teachers are looking out for the tens of thousands of migrant and/or homeless families across New York City whose children often lack essential items needed for school.

7 different types of business credit cards you should know about

Brex provides an overview of seven different types of business credit cards available today, including their essential features and ideal use cases.

How to integrate old and new teams

ACT Leadership, in partnership with Brown University School of Professional Studies, provides insights and practical tips on fostering successful leadership transitions from.

Clothing recycling is taking a giant leap forward

Reasons to be Cheerful reports on new methods that are turning mountains of old clothes into rack-ready garments amid growing textile waste caused by fast fashion.

More states mandate screenings for reading challenges in young kids

LA Post reports on the rising rate of states mandating screenings for reading challenges in young students.

Most people in these jobs have never been married

Stacker identified the 50 jobs with the highest share of single workers who had never married of the more than 500 tracked by the Census Bureau.  

22 small business tips for success in 2025 from entrepreneurs

Shopify shares actionable small business tips from expert entrepreneurs, including how to find success in your marketing, customer experience, and sales strategies.

The decline of the college-educated American man

Spokeo analyzed data from the National Center for Education Statistics to explore the yearslong decline of young men's college enrollment.

Guide to the average savings in America by age

SoFi shares the average savings by age in the U.S. and some tips to help meet your saving goals.

How much do property managers charge, anyway?

TurboTenant examines property management fees and their structure, discusses factors affecting the cost of using a property management company, and explains what you need to consider when searching for one.

How artificial intelligence is transforming HR departments

WorkTango explored how companies are leveraging AI for personnel management using data from the SHRM's 2024 Talent Trends report.

Experian study: Average U.S. consumer debt and statistics

Experian examined representative and anonymized credit data through Q3 2024 to identify trends within average and total debt balances for major household credit categories.

Cities with the most people working from home

SmartAsset ranked 349 of the largest U.S. cities based on the percentage of workers who work from home, while also examining commute times for other workers.
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Nearly 40% of restaurant owners lack business insurance coverage for extreme weather
NEXT shares findings from its survey of 1,500 restaurant owners across the U.S. about their weather-related preparedness and top stressors.
Average US salary by state
SoFi examines the average salary in the U.S. and how income varies from state to state
What is the average credit score in the US?
Experian data suggests average credit scores are holding steady across all generations.
15 American and Canadian downtowns that are bouncing back, and how they did it
Spokeo used data published in the Journal of Urban Studies to explore which cities across the U.S. and Canada have experienced a resurgence.
As workplaces adopt AI at varying rates, Gen Z is ahead of the curve
WorkTango used Deloitte survey data and more to analyze how millennial and Gen Z workers are responding to artificial intelligence in the workplace.
Roughly 4 out of 5 American adults don't know what an annuity is
Policygenius examines the simultaneous popularity and mystery surrounding annuities in an uncertain American economy and explains what they are and how they can benefit a financial plan.
Renters save money with reusable tenant screening reports: These states allow them
TurboTenant discusses what portable tenant screening reports are, tips to avoid fraud, which states currently have legislation on the books, and how to move forward.
2025 Influencer marketing report: Trends and statistics for influencer marketing, UGC, and the creator economy
Collabstr shares findings from its 2025 influencer marketing report based on 40,000 advertisers and 100,000 creators.
8 great places for Americans to retire abroad
Wealth Enhancement explores eight great places for Americans to retire abroad, and highlights what each place has to offer.
Trick clock: On the job with a seasonal migrant worker
Economic Hardship Reporting Project and The Baffler examine the work lives of seasonal migrant workers.

This is why you'd pick a diesel in 2025

RealTruck.com outlines the benefits of purchasing a diesel-powered vehicle.

How restaurants rose to the cutting edge of technology

Uniqode compiled industry reports and news articles to explore significant developments in the restaurant industry over the last century.

Gas prices increase up to 9.3%: U.S. states see wide range in price shifts in 2025

SmartAsset ranked U.S. states by the percent change in gas prices over one year.

Rural teachers enjoy a better cost of living, less stress, and more great benefits

Study.com explores the benefits and advantages of working as an educator in a rural area rather than an urban one.
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Which credit bureau is used most?
SoFi shares information about how to build a credit history that lenders will love.
Computer science has gone mainstream in US education, yet young women are still underrepresented
ScholarshipInstitute.org analyzed Code.org's 2024 State of Computer Science in Education report to understand the gender gap in this area even as coding becomes normalized.
Ready to expand? Discover ways your restaurant technology can simplify scaling
Square explains what's essential for restaurant expansion and how to use technology to its fullest advantage in the process.
How to leverage cash prices and discount cards for prescription drug savings
SaveHealth explores the potential prescription cost savings that can be achieved by leveraging cash prices and discount cards, providing insights based on real-world drug pricing data.
The biggest mistakes people make in looking at their power bill
Arbor breaks down the biggest mistakes people make when looking at their power bill and how to avoid them.