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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Why Parts of China Are Facing Power Outages Amid Energy Crisis
China is in an energy crisis as it aims to reduce carbon emissions. Many companies and regions have faced power rations and power outages to help meet emissions goals.Warby Parker's IPO Is Coming This Week—What's the Price?
Online eyeglasses retailer Warby Parker is going public this week through a direct listing. It will be selling Class A, B, and C shares.HR and Payroll Company Gusto Might Go Public in 2022
HR and payroll software company Gusto might go public next year, but there aren't any definitely details yet. Recently, it had a $9.5 billion valuation.Lionel Richie Still Going Strong—Net Worth Amid American Idol Gig
Lionel Richie has been a popular musician for over 50 years. Currently, he's in his fifth season as an American Idol judge. What's his net worth?Nicepipes Didn't Get a Shark Tank Deal in 2016, Still in Business
Nicepipes, a company that sells yoga-inspired leg and arm warmers, was featured on "Shark Tank" in 2016 but didn't strike a deal. The company is still in business.Social Security Spousal Benefits: How a 2015 Act Closed Loopholes
Social Security benefit claims can be complicated. In 2015, Congress closed loopholes that allowed spousal benefits that exploited the system.Why Did Trump Sue His Niece, The New York Times, and 3 Reporters?
Donald Trump filed a lawsuit against his niece Mary Trump, The New York Times, and three Times reporters for revealing confidential tax documents.Who Is Exempt From COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate? Deadlines Approach
As deadlines approach for nearly 100 million Americans impacted by Biden's COVID-19 vaccine mandate, many people are scrambling to secure a religious exemption.Evergrande, One of China’s Top Property Developers, Is Facing Default on Interest Payments
Evergrande, a top property developer in China, is on the brink of default as its interest payments come due. What does that mean for Evergrande debt holders?.Online Designer Clothing Company Rent the Runway Is Preparing for Its Public Debut
Rent the Runway, an online designer clothing rental company, confidentially filed for an IPO in Jul. 2021. It hasn't yet revealed its IPO date or price.Casual Breakfast-and-Lunch Restaurant Company First Watch Is Going Public
First Watch, a breakfast and lunch restaurant company, is going public under the symbol "FWRG". Here's info on its IPO date and price.Why Did Kasie Hunt, Host of 'Way Too Early,' Leave MSNBC This Summer?
Why did Kasie Hunt, the host of "Way Too Early," leave MSNBC this summer? Did she move to CNN? Here's what we know right now.Adam Weitsman’s Impressive Net Worth Is From Recycling Business
Adam Weitsman, the founder and CEO of scrap metal and recycling firm, is worth over $1 billion. How did he accumulate his wealth?Will Healthcare Triangle IPO Make Waves? Seeks to Raise $40 Million
Healthcare Triangle, a firm providing data science and AI-enabled health information solutions, is going public on the Nasdaq. Here's what investors can expect.How to Enroll a Child in a COVID-19 Vaccine Trial
Clinical trials for COVID-19 vaccine safety and effectiveness in children under 12 are ongoing. Demand for trial participation is high, so parents might need to be patient.Ernie Garcia II Has Made Billions Off Carvana and Used-Car Business
Ernie Garcia II is the father of Carvana's CEO and the company's largest shareholder. Recently, he sold $3.6 billion worth of shares but still maintains control of the company.Volvo IPO Might Happen in 2021—Date and Price, Explained
Swedish automaker Volvo Cars, owned by Chinese Geely Holdings, is said to be considering an IPO in 2021 on the Stockholm Exchange.What Has General Mark Milley Done, and What Is His Political Party?
General Mark Milley has faced scrutiny many times. Currently, he's facing calls to resign over alleged communication with China during Trump's presidency.Elon Musk Club Email Scam—At Least $2 Million in Consumer Losses
Consumers have reported at least $2 million in cryptocurrency losses due to the Elon Musk club email scam. Cryptocurrency scams are becoming more frequent.How to Flag a PPP Loan You Suspect Is Fraudulent
PPP loans were intended to support small businesses by helping them make payroll and survive the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's how to flag a PPP loan.What Happened to Support.com (SPRT) Stock? Greenidge Merger Details
Support.com announced its merger with Bitcoin miner Greenidge Generation Holdings in March. The merger will enable GREE trading this week.Will There Be a Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Booster Shot for COVID-19?
Will there be a booster shot for those who got the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine? Health agencies will allow boosters for Pfizer and Moderna soon.How to Buy Dutch Bros Stock and Whether You Should
Dutch Bros, a nearly 30-year-old coffee company with almost 500 locations, is going public on the NYSE. The stock will go public on Sept. 15.Messed Up on Your Tax Return? Here’s What To Do
Taxpayers who discover errors on their 2020 tax returns can file an amended return, but sometimes it's better to wait until the original has processed.Is Climeworks Stock Publicly Traded? Company Got Microsoft's Attention
Climeworks is a Swiss company that uses direct air capture technology to remove and permanently store carbon in a safe manner. Is it publicly traded?What Is Former President Trump Doing for the 20th Anniversary of 9/11?
What will former President Trump be doing on the 20th anniversary of 9/11? He's slated to call a boxing match, unlike other former presidents who will attend memorial ceremonies.Is LuLaRoe Still in Business After Resolving Its Pyramid Scheme Lawsuit?
Leggings and apparel company LuLaRoe has resolved a lawsuit about it being a pyramid scheme. Is LuLaRoe still in business?Dutch Bros Releases More IPO Details—Date and Price, Explained
Oregon-based coffee chain Dutch Bros has announced its IPO date, price, and symbol. Here are the Dutch Bros IPO details.Smithfield Foods, the Largest U.S. Pork Producer, Is Owned by Chinese Company WH Group
Smithfield Foods, the largest U.S. pork producer, has been owned by a Chinese company, WH Group, since 2013. No meat products are imported from China.Clinton Portis' Net Worth Suffered Long Before Healthcare Fraud
Former NFL player Clinton Portis was once a highly paid running back, but filed for bankruptcy several years after retirement. Now, he's facing healthcare fraud charges.Is Biden Banning Ammo? What the Ammunition Ban Really Means
The Biden administration has imposed new sanctions against Russia that will impact imports of firearms and ammunition from the nation.All-Civilian Crew to Lead Inspiration4 on 3-Day Mission Through SpaceX
The Inspiration4 mission to space, using SpaceX rocket technology, will be the first all-civilian crew to go into orbit. Who are the four crew members?Who Really Controls Gas Prices in the U.S.? Hint, Not Politicians
Gas prices are determined by a variety of factors, the largest of them being the price for crude oil. Refining and distribution costs and taxes also play a part.Real-Time Data Aggregator Dataminr Has a High Valuation, but It Isn’t Looking To Go Public Yet
Dataminr, which analyzes data in real time from over 100,000 public data sources, has a $4.1 billion valuation. However, it isn't ready for an IPO yet.Over 180 Countries Besides the U.S. Have Some Kind of Social Security
Over 180 countries and territories have some form of Social Security similar to the U.S. Social Security program.Former 'Jeopardy!' Executive Producer Mike Richards Is Out—What's His Net Worth Now?
Former "Jeopardy!" executive producer Mike Richards was to be its new host, but is now completely out of the show. Here's his net worth today.When Can I Start Filing Taxes for 2021? IRS Delays Might Continue
When can I start filing taxes for 2021? The IRS has had significant delays in processing tax returns, but tax season usually starts around February of the following year.Does the Federal Reserve Pay Taxes? No, and Here's Why
The Federal Reserve, which oversees fiscal policies for the U.S. through 12 regional Federal Reserve Banks, doesn't pay taxes to the U.S. government.iFIT Filed to Go Public on the Nasdaq—IPO Date and Price, Explained
Connected fitness company iFIT, formerly ICON Health & Fitness, has filed to go public on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "IFIT."Gayle Benson Is the Sole Heir to Late Husband Tom's Business Empire
Gayle Benson inherited ownership of the Saints and Pelicans in 2018. Her late husband's disinherited family members still got significant assets after his death.Sustainable Footwear Company Allbirds Files To Go Public
Allbirds isn't publicly traded currently, but the sustainable footwear company has filed to go public through an IPO.Clearwater Analytics Files to Go Public—When to Expect IPO Details
Clearwater Analytics is a software-as-a-service investment accounting firm based in Boise. The firm has filed to go public, with terms of the IPO unknown.Why Is SAVA Stock Being Shorted? Controversy Around Alzheimer's Drug
Why is SAVA stock being shorted? There has been controversy around its Alzheimer's drug research. Here's what investors can expect.VIA Motors to Be Acquired by Ideanomics in All-Stock Transaction
VIA Motors, an electric fleet vehicle manufacturer, is being acquired by fintech firm Ideanomics in an all-stock transaction valuing the company at up to $630 million.Stamp Price Increase Is Part of 10-Year Plan to Save USPS Billions
The U.S. Postal Service is raising prices on postage including Forever stamps on Aug. 29. The changes are meant to help save the USPS billions over the next 10 years.Fintech Firm Nubank Sets Its Sights on Highest Startup Valuation Ever
Brazilian fintech firm Nubank has over 40 million customers and is seeking a valuation above $55 billion in its upcoming IPO. What can investors expect?Who Owns the Rights to Nirvana and Kurt Cobain Intellectual Property?
Who owns the rights to Nirvana and Kurt Cobain intellectual property? 27 years after Cobain's death, the band's work continues to make millions.Bob Ross's Net Worth and How Much the Kowalski Family Owns
Bob Ross was a PBS painting celebrity whose name and intellectual property were left to the Kowalski family instead of his own family heirs.Consumers Are Concerned About New Taxes in the Infrastructure Bill
The Senate passed the $1 trillion infrastructure bill. However, consumers are concerned about new taxes. More tax changes might come in the budget reconciliation bill.Here’s Who Might Inherit Rolling Stones Drummer Charlie Watts’s Estate
Charlie Watts, the longtime drummer of legendary band the Rolling Stones, had about $250 million upon his death, which will likely go to his surviving wife and child.
