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6 ways to fix bad UX: How improving website accessibility can boost your bottom line

AudioEye explains that the true cost of inaccessible websites extends far beyond lost sales, and when users, especially those with disabilities, encounter a barrier, it affects engagement, increases bounce rates, and damages brand reputation.

How high earners can save thousands with these two tax strategies

Range covers strategic investing for high-income individuals and methods used to help minimize tax burdens and offer greater control over financial planning.

AI chatbots can cushion the high school counselor shortage—but are they bad for students?

CalMatters reports AI-powered chatbots have been providing students with school and career options, but asks if these self-help bots are eroding the types of network-building opportunities that students need.

Average credit card debt increased 3.5% to $6,730 in 2024

Experian explains that the average credit card balance among U.S. consumers was $6,730 as of Q3 2024, an increase of 3.5% from the third quarter of 2023.

How to get the most out of high-limit business credit cards

Ramp explains how business credit cards can help separate those expenses from your personal finances, have higher spending limits than personal cards, and offer tools to help build a business.

How to file a tax extension in 2025: Step-by-step instructions

Range details the steps you need to take to file a federal tax extension, and offers advice on state tax extensions as well as tax-filing tips for complex financial situations.

You might be a landlord (and not even know it)

TurboTenant explains that, in most cases, people who rent out rooms in their homes do not think of themselves as "landlords" or their tenants as "roommates," but they really are landlords.

As anxiety and isolation take a toll on employee mental health, here's how managers improve workplace culture

WorkTango examined APA and TELUS Health data to see how employees feel about the culture of mental health at work and how it's changed since 2020.

Why workplace disconnection is driving turnover—and how companies can fix it

Quantum Connections examines how employee-supervisor relationships influence engagement, retention, and profitability in the workplace.

How businesses can navigate the challenges of 'tipflation'

Paylocity explains that the tipping culture in the U.S. has undergone a dramatic transformation, and as tipping practices expand into new industries and digital payment platforms increase gratuity prompts, consumers must adapt to a new norm.

Spring into financial security: Refresh your fraud awareness this season

(BPT) - As flowers bloom and the days grow longer, it's the perfect time for a little spring cleaning — not just for your home, but for your financial security too! Last year, consumers …

Power bill sticker shock? 22% of Americans say they don't even know what they're paying for

Arbor explains the widespread confusion contributing to a growing sense of frustration and mistrust toward utility providers.
More money matters
The homes renters never want to leave: 3-bedroom houses for rent are the Goldilocks of housing
Point2Homes examines why renters are choosing to stay for 10 years or more in a house for rent and why three-bedroom homes are a favorite of that group.
Debt disparities in the US: Regional and generational trends
SmartAsset examined the latest debt breakdowns by region and age group to understand the financial bottlenecks different American cohorts are facing.
3 car buying mistakes that can cost you more than you think
Jerry uncovers three often-overlooked expenses when buying a car and how to minimize them.
71% of Americans don't trust their power bills. Are they right?
Arbor surveyed American homeowners and renters and discovered that most doubt the accuracy of their electricity charges.
One way to retain more Black teachers in NYC schools? Black principals, new research finds.
Chalkbeat shares insights from new research that says while Black teachers left their jobs at higher rates overall than other groups, having a Black principal and a critical mass of Black colleagues made them significantly more likely to stay at schools.
The rising cost of prescription drugs in America: Can discount cards provide relief
SaveHealth reports on the third-party companies that work to negotiate discounts with pharmacies and pharmacy benefit managers.
AI can rip you off. Here's how lawmakers in one state want to stop price discrimination
The Markup reports how AI can help businesses charge customers more based on how it evaluates their personal history and desires, and California lawmakers want to end that price discrimination.
Can Louisville's new 'anti-displacement tool' redirect city funds toward affordable housing?
Next City reports that Louisville, Kentucky, is rolling out a new tool to implement a law designed to ensure that no city subsidies help build new housing that displaces existing residents.
From catfishing to catphishing: The evolution of a romance scam
Spokeo explains how catfishing + phishing leads to catphishing, which happens when the grift goes from messing with your heart to messing with your identity, and maybe even your bank account.
The top retail trends in 2025
Square explores the evolving retail industry, from innovations in e-commerce to physical stores and alternative business models.

Americans are feeling the financial squeeze—and it's about to get worse

BuchhaltungsButler and DataPulse Research examine how consumer sentiment plummets and financial stress grows in America.

Study finds major disconnect between Black girls and mathematics

The 74 reports that Black girls were far more likely than Black boys to have "a negative math identity" and to not see how the subject connects with their future.

Luxury for less: Best U.S. ZIP codes to find deals on upscale apartments

RentCafe.com conducted an analysis of ZIP codes across the U.S. to uncover urban areas where high-end apartments come with below-average price tags.

How vehicle safety regulations have changed over the past 50 years

CheapInsurance.com traced the major milestones in vehicle safety using information from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
More news about money
Over 60% of small business owners choose online business insurance
NEXT reports that a recent survey shows small business owners are increasingly turning to 100% online digital platforms that let them research, compare, and buy coverage without an agent.
The most "average" cities in America (for credit and debt)
Experian examined the eight U.S. cities most aligned with the national average in terms of credit score, credit card debt, and credit usage.
5 ways your tax refund can improve your financial well-being
(BPT) - Tax season is more than just a deadline. It's an opportunity to take control of your finances and plan for the future.Your refund can be a powerful tool to build and strengthen your financial …
5 ways small business owners can reduce taxes in 2025
Ramp explains that some of the most successful business owners know that tax planning is a year-round process, not a one-time event.
How to rent out your house: 12 steps to success
TurboTenant takes a deep dive into how to rent out a house effectively and efficiently—how to understand legal elements, screen tenants, and make the home improvements necessary to ensure your rental is competitive and attractive to applicants.