This morning on the show Marketplace, they discussed a study that echoes earlier studies suggesting that the wealthier you are — or feel — makes you less likely to care about others. In this latest study, people were given different cars to drive and then monitored on how they yielded to pedestrians. They found that […]
NCSL Offers Great Tool for Tracking Student Loan Forgiveness Programs in States
The National Conference of State Legislatures offers an excellent database of legislation on student loan debt. Users can filter legislation by year or by subject, including Forgiveness Licensure Other Oversight Taxes To see a list of all state forgiveness programs since 2016, filter the list by “Forgiveness” and “Enacted.” It’s a great way to track […]
Democracy Done Right: Colorado’s New Law Thwarts Predatory Lenders
The National Consumer Law Center has applauded the state of Colorado for its recent passage of a banking law exercises Colorado’s right to opt out of a federal law that predatory lenders claim allows them to ignore state interest rate laws and charge rates of 100% to 225% if they launder their loans through an […]
Coronavirus Scams: How to Avoid Them
Be alert to emails, phone calls, and text message that promise you coronavirus or COVID-19 help or information, including these known scams.
Should You Avoid Abbreviating 2020 on Checks and Legal Documents?
Many news sources have been cautioning consumers to write out 2020 on checks and legal documents this year. What’s the problem?
Women’s Health Care Rights Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA)
With the Affordable Care Act (ACA) approaching its 10th anniversary and women’s health under attack, it’s helpful to remember what the law has accomplished.
Health and Human Services Erases Affordable Care Act (ACA) Information for Native Americans
The Health and Human Services website has been scrubbing Affordable Care Act (ACA) information for Native Americans. Here’s an up-to-date list of resources.