Kathryn Underwood
Kate Underwood is a former high school teacher who now creates financial content for a variety of sites. Personal finance is a passion for her because it has enabled her to design a more purposeful life, and she loves sharing that empowerment with others.
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Is TikTok Getting Banned on July 8? All the Details
Although FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr has asked Apple and Google to remove TikTok from their app stores, there's no reason to suspect that they will do so on July 8.
Fact Check: Are Guns Really Banned in Chicago?
Some politicians claim that Chicago has banned all guns, using that as an excuse to not pass stricter gun control laws. However, guns are legal in Chicago.
Nathan’s Hot Dogs Is Owned by Subsidiary of Chinese Firm
Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs is a global brand that launched in 1916 in Coney Island as a family business. Today, the brand is is owned by Smithfield, a subsidiary of WH Group.
Why Is the Apple Logo Half-Bitten? The Answer Is Simpler Than Many Think
Why is the Apple logo a half-eaten apple? False theories abound, and only one very simple answer is true. Here's everything we know about the logo.
Poker Bad Boy Dan Bilzerian Might Be Exaggerating About His Winnings
Dan Bilzerian, a social media and poker star who likely profited from his father's fraud decades ago, lives a wildly lavish and expensive lifestyle.
Kyle Davies’ Net Worth Likely Dropped With Three Arrows Capital Liquidation
Kyle Davies is one of the two co-founders of Three Arrows Capital, a crypto-focused hedge fund. His net worth may be tied to 3AC's as it liquidates.
Xerox CEO Dies, John Visentin's Cause of Death Unknown
Xerox CEO John Visentin has died at age 59. The cause of death is unknown, but he had apparently been ill for some time. Here's what we know so far.
Jupiter Fund Management CEO Andrew Formica to Exit With His Millions
Andrew Formica is stepping down as the CEO of Jupiter Fund Management with his millions. He plans to take it easy and be nearer to family.
Who Is Kyle Richards’ Ex-Husband? All About the Millionaire
Kyle Richards, a longtime star of 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,' is on her second marriage. How much is her ex-husband Guraish Aldjufrie's net worth?
Federal Agents Seized John Eastman’s Phone, Former Trump Lawyer Wants It Back
John Eastman, a pro-Republican and pro-Trump lawyer, was involved in promoting the election fraud lie to Trump and others. His phone has been seized by authorities.
Ghislaine Maxwell Hit With 20-Year Sentence for Role in Epstein Abuse
Ghislaine Maxwell has been sentenced to 20 years in prison plus a $750,000 fine for her role in Jeffrey Epstein's years of sexually abusing young girls.
One Great America Theme Park Is Closing Down — Here's Why
California's Great America theme park will close in the next 6–11 years. Cedar Fair, its owner, is selling it to a real estate company, Prologis.
What’s Happened to “Pharma Bro” Martin Shkreli Since He Went to Prison
"Pharma Bro" Martin Shkreli hiked the price of a drug by 5,000 percent and was convicted of securities fraud. What happened after that?
Tucker Carlson Reports From Rio de Janeiro as He Films a New Docuseries
Tucker Carlson has been reporting from Rio de Janeiro for his Fox News Channel programs. He's filming a docuseries about China's influence on Brazil and the Biden administration's role.
Is Sears Still in Business? Company Is Barely Hanging On
Is retailer Sears still in business? The retailer faced a merger in 2005 and bankruptcy in 2018. Currently, Sears only has a few stores remaining.
Prince Charles Suitcase Prompts Questions About His Charities
Prince Charles heads up a charitable fund that provides grants to numerous U.K. nonprofits every year. His acceptance of cash donations from a Qatari politician prompted scrutiny.
Children’s Horror Author R.L. Stine Has Raked in Hundreds of Millions
Children's horror author R.L. Stine has a net worth of about $200 million thanks to huge book sales and movie and TV adaptations. Here are all the details.
Ali Wentworth and George Stephanopoulos Have a Combined Net Worth in the Millions
Ali Wentworth is an actress and author married to journalist George Stephanopoulos. The two have a combined net worth in the millions.
Accredited Investor Requirements and Rationale, Explained
What is an accredited investor? Here's a brief explainer on the requirements to be an accredited investor and the rationale behind them.
What Is a Compound Interest Account? An Explainer
What is a compound interest account? These accounts accrue interest, which is added to the principal to then accrue more interest.
Celebrity Cook Rachael Ray’s Net Worth Is at Least Nine Figures
Celebrity TV cook Rachael Ray has an impressive nine-figure net worth thanks to decades of TV hosting along with endorsements, brands, and cookbook sales.
What Happens If a Stock Price Goes to Zero? All the Details
As the value of 401(k)s drop and many stocks lose value, investors may wonder what happens if a stock price goes to zero. Investors lose their money in that case.
What’s Behind the FDA's Ban on Juul E-Cigarettes
E-cigarette maker Juul's appeal to the FDA to allow sales of its tobacco-flavored products in the U.S. may be rejected. Why is Juul getting banned?
Is Beyoncé a Billionaire? Singer’s Solo and Combined Net Worth
Singer, actress, and entrepreneur Beyoncé Knowles is extremely wealthy. Her net worth is about $500 million. What's her net worth when combined with husband Jay-Z?
Latest Updates in the Roundup Cancer Case, Explained
In the latest update on the Roundup cancer case, owner Bayer hoped thousands of cases would get dismissed. The court upheld the finding that Roundup caused cancer.
Talk Show Host Lindsey Granger Has a Solid Net Worth, Guest Hosts for ‘The View’
Lindsey Granger hosts a syndicated talk show and frequently guest hosts on 'The View.' The journalist likely has a million-dollar net worth.
Tree T-PEE Appeared on ‘Shark Tank’ in 2013 — Current Net Worth Estimates
A 2013 'Shark Tank' appearance by tree T-PEE led to a booming business for founder Johnny Georges. Here's what the tree T-PEE company is worth.
Is Texas a “Donor State” in Terms of Federal Taxes?
Texas is one of the states that pays a higher proportion of federal taxes than most other states, which makes it less dependent on federal revenue.
PBS Political Commentator Mark Shields Dies at 85
Mark Shields, a longtime liberal political commentator for 'PBS NewsHour,' has died at age 85 from kidney failure complications.
Judge Greg Mathis’ ‘Gang to Gavel’ Story Led To Millions of Dollars and TV Fame
Judge Greg Mathis has been a judge in Michigan courts and on over 20 seasons of his court TV show. He has approximately a $20 million net worth.
Credit Monitoring Is Valuable, But Is It Worth Paying For?
Credit monitoring alerts you to potentially fraudulent activity on your credit report. Many free services offer it, though paid services can provide identity theft insurance.
Abracadabra.Money Founder Remains a Mystery — All the Details on Co-Founders
Abracadabra.Money is a stablecoin lending platform with its own stablecoin, Magic Internet Money. The founder's identity is unknown as well as their net worth.
Explainer: Pfizer vs. Moderna COVID-19 Vaccines for Kids Under 5
Pfizer and Moderna both offer a COVID-19 vaccine for kids under five. Now, the FDA has approved both vaccines for children over six months of age.
Elon Musk Addresses Twitter Employees — Discusses Layoffs, Remote Work, and More
Elon Musk spoke to Twitter's employees on a range of subjects, including the possibility of layoffs. He discussed layoffs, remote work, and more.
Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm’s Net Worth
U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm's multimillion-dollar net worth includes real estate and earnings from speaking, teaching, and board memberships.
The Winklevoss Twins’ Net Worth Has Dropped Along With Crypto
The Winklevoss twins, who launched the Gemini crypto exchange and won their lawsuit against Facebook, have lost big with Bitcoin's decline. Their net worth is still in the billions.
“Widespread Power Outages” Have Made Huntington Bank's Mobile App Inaccessible
Huntington Bank's mobile app hasn't been working for customers. Power outages disrupted the service, impacting online banking and customer service lines.
‘Real Housewives of Dubai’ Hubby Luca Salves’s Net Worth
On 'Real Housewives of Dubai,' the husbands take a backseat to the wives. Luca Salves is married to model Chanel Ayan. What's his net worth?
Average 401(k) Losses Don't Necessarily Mean You Should Stop Investing
Although 401(k)s are losing money due to downturns in the stock market, those average losses of 6 percent–7 percent don't mean you should stop investing.
Microsoft Ends Internet Explorer, Pushes Its Edge Browser
Internet Explorer, the original web browser launched by Microsoft in 1995, ends its gradual phase-out today. The company is pushing Microsoft Edge as its browser.
Financial Expert Suze Orman’s Net Worth After Decades of Giving Financial Advice
Suze Orman is a financial educator, podcaster, author, and speaker. Her net worth is approximately $75 million.
Some Publicly Traded Bourbon Companies, in Honor of National Bourbon Day
Most bourbon companies are privately owned, but some are publicly traded. Here are some stock for investors to consider.
Sarah Palin Leads in Alaska Primary, Hasn't Won Yet
Sarah Palin, the former governor of Alaska, holds a strong lead in the special primary election to fill a U.S. House seat. She hasn't won the primary yet.
Balance Transfer Credit Cards May Be Smart for Debt Reduction
As part of a debt reduction strategy, credit card balance transfers may be useful. Decide whether the benefits are worth any fees you might pay.
Jake Paul Made Millions in Boxing; How Much Did He Lose in Crypto?
Jake Paul became internet famous on Vine and YouTube, then reportedly earned $40 million in 2021 as a boxer.
Golfer Rory McIlroy Has a Hefty Net Worth in the Millions
Professional golfer Rory McIlroy has had a successful career in the sport and through lucrative endorsements. What is his net worth?
Electric Cars Have More Upfront Costs, Significant Savings Over Time
Buying an electric vehicle will likely cost more upfront, but offers significant savings on fuel and maintenance over the life of the car.
Women Can Earn Substantial Money Through Egg Donation or Surrogacy
Egg donation and surrogacy are often advertised as having high compensation for very little effort, but they're significant commitments and not an easy way to make money.
How Many Credit Cards Is Too Many? Factors to Consider
Credit cards are common forms of payment and can help you build a good credit history and credit scores. But how many credit cards is too many and could be harmful?
How Elon Musk Makes Business Decisions: The 3 C's Rule, Explained
Tesla and SpaceX CEO and founder Elon Musk appears to make business decisions based on the 3 C's Rule. What is the 3 C's Rule? Let's take a look.