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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Biden's Mortgage Stimulus Helps Homeowners Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Mortgage assistance programs are still available under Biden's mortgage stimulus. What options are available?
Ron DeSantis Offers Relocation Bonuses to Police Dismissed for Refusing COVID Vaccines
Governor Ron DeSantis wants to give $5,000 bonuses to police officers who relocate to Florida, especially if they are unemployed due to vaccine mandates.
Who Is Joseph Tsai, and What Are His Political Views?
Joseph Tsai, multibillionaire co-founder of Alibaba, has become the company's mouthpiece since Jack Ma's retreat from public view.
What Was "Friends" Actor James Michael Tyler's Net Worth?
What was "Friends" actor James Michael Tyler's net worth? The actor who played "Gunther" has passed away at age 59.
In-N-Out Burger Sizzles With Controversy Over Indoor Dining Vaccine Checks
In-N-Out Burger, the popular West Coast restaurant chain, had to close its San Francisco location due to failure to check diners' vaccination status.
Why Does China Want Taiwan? A Brief Explainer of Chinese-Taiwanese Tensions
Why does China want Taiwan? A brief explainer of Chinese-Taiwanese tensions over the years and the current concerns.
Timothy Sykes: All About the Day Trader and His Current Net Worth
Who is Timothy Sykes? The financial educator turned $12,000 of gift money into over a million as a college student.
Pinterest Makes Money Like Other Social Media Platforms: Through Ad Revenue
How does Pinterest make money? Like other social media platforms, Pinterest depends on ad revenue.
WeWork and SoftBank Exec Marcelo Claure Has a Net Worth Approaching $1 Billion
Marcelo Claure is the COO of SoftBank Group and executive chair of WeWork, which has just gone public via a SPAC. His net worth is estimated to be $900 million.
Spanx Founder Sara Blakely Is Back to Billionaire Status
Spanx founder Sara Blakely became the youngest self-made female billionaire by 2012. Spanx's recent sale to Blackstone has revealed her net worth.
Who Owns the Dodgers Baseball Team? Many Fans Don’t Know
The Los Angeles Dodgers have a huge fan base, with some stronger followers than others. But do many know who owns the baseball team?
Energy Storage Provider Fluence Energy Plans To Go Public on the Nasdaq
Fluence Energy, an energy storage provider, has announced the terms of its upcoming IPO, which is set to raise nearly $700 million.
School Lunches Are Another Casualty in the Supply Chain Crisis
School lunches programs are experiencing severe delays and many food and food service products aren't available.
What Was Colin Powell’s Net Worth Upon His Death?
Retired military general Colin Powell has died of COVID-19 complications exacerbated by cancer. What was his net worth?
Why Colin Powell Didn't Consider Himself a Republican Anymore
Colin Powell, retired general and former Secretary of State, didn't consider himself a Republican.
Where to Buy Penny Stocks and Whether You Should
Where can investors buy penny stocks? Penny stocks are priced below $5 per share and are generally risky investments.
How Debt Ceiling Showdowns Can Impact the Stock Market
The debt ceiling has been up for debate multiple times in recent years. How does the stock market usually react?
Who Is Bitcoin YouTuber Crypto Jebb, and What’s His Net Worth?
Crypto Jebb, a YouTube channel focused on Bitcoin trends and insights, is run by Jebb McAfee. What's the YouTuber's net worth?
Global Minimum Tax Rate Would Mean a Shift in Corporate Taxation
What is the global minimum tax, which countries have agreed to it, and what will it mean for corporations worldwide?
Stronghold Digital, Miner That Turns Waste Coal Into Crypto, Prepares for IPO
Stronghold Digital Mining mines Bitcoin using waste coal. The company has filed for an approximately $100 million IPO.
What Is Blue Origin Passenger Chris Boshuizen's Net Worth?
Chris Boshuizen is one of the passengers on the second launch of Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket. What's his net worth?
Why Are Supplies Delayed? Supply Chain Issues, Explained
Supply chain issues are impacting prices and shipping worldwide. The problems will likely persist into 2022.
What Caused Southwest Flight Cancellations? Debunking Rumors
What caused Southwest flight cancellations? Let's debunk the rumors of employee walkouts due to vaccine mandates.
HDFC Tax Break Loophole—New York Housing Program, Explained
What is the HDFC tax break loophole? Here's an explanation of New York housing program.
Suzy Welch, Widow of Former GE CEO Jack Welch, Has a Solid Net Worth
Suzy Welch, the widow of former GE CEO Jack Welch, is a journalist. What is the writer and thought leader's net worth in 2021?
How Fox News Host Dana Perino Built Her Career and Net Worth
Dana Perino hosts multiple shows on the Fox News Channel, covering political and current events. How much is her net worth in 2021?
Businessman Yasir Al-Rumayyan Holds a Power Position in Saudi Arabia
What is Yasir Al-Rumayyan's net worth? The powerful Saudi businessman controls enormous wealth for his country. How has he accumulated his wealth?
Who Owns the Malaria Vaccine? First Vaccine Against Parasitic Disease Receives WHO Approval
Who owns the malaria vaccine? The first vaccine against parasitic disease receives WHO approval
How Many Times Has the Debt Ceiling Been Raised?
How many times has the debt ceiling been raised? Lawmakers appear trapped in a cycle of debt limit suspensions and standoffs.
Banking Heir Timothy Mellon Is a Multi-Billionaire, Funds Border Wall
Timothy Mellon, grandson and heir of banking tycoon and former Treasury Secretary Andrew Mellon, is a multi-billionaire. How does he spend his wealth?
What Is Fox & Friends Co-Host and Radio Host Brian Kilmeade’s Salary?
Brian Kilmeade co-hosts "Fox & Friends" and hosts a nationally syndicated radio show on the Fox News Radio network. What's his salary and net worth in 2021?
How Much Would the Fourth Stimulus Check Be? Americans Want More Help
How much would a fourth stimulus check be? Americans wonder if $2,000 recurring monthly payments are on the agenda.
Cabot Oil & Gas Has Officially Merged With Cimarex To Create Coterra Energy
Cabot Oil & Gas has merged with Cimarex to create a new oil and gas company, Coterra Energy.
Designer Telfar Clemens's Net Worth After Banner Pandemic Year
Fashion designer Telfar Clemens had his best year yet in 2020 while the fashion industry as a whole faced pandemic setbacks.
What Happens If You Deposit a Fake Check? How to Protect Yourself
What happens if you deposit a fake check? Here are steps to protect yourself from fraudulent check scams and what to look out for.
Do Disabled Veterans Pay Property Taxes? Many States Offer Exemptions
Do disabled veterans pay property taxes? Many states offer exemptions, though their amounts and requirements vary.
Frances Haugen, Facebook Whistleblower, Speaks Out Against Company
Frances Haugen, a former Facebook employee, is the Facebook whistleblower. She claims that the company's practices help spread harmful misinformation.
Ron DeSantis May Not Have Significant Stock Holdings, But His Political Supporters Do
What stock holdings does Florida governor Ron DeSantis currently have? His latest financial disclosures do not mention any stock positions.
What Happened to Political Reporter Lisa Desjardins' Eye?
Lisa Desjardins, a political reporter for PBS NewsHour, reported on the infrastructure bill developments while wearing an eye patch.
Amazon Prime Day Was in June, No Plans for October This Year
Amazon Prime Day was delayed from July until October in 2020 due to coronavirus-related issues. In 2021, Prime Day took place in June.
Nancy Pelosi Wears a Distinctive Pin—Here’s What It Means
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi often wears a distinctive pin for notable Congressional occasions. Here's what the pin symbolizes.
What Is Representative Ilhan Omar’s Background and Net Worth?
Representative Ilhan Omar, one of the first Muslim women elected to Congress, has a significant net worth, although $3 million is just an estimate.
What Does the Proposal To Tax Unrealized Capital Gains Mean for Americans?
A proposal to tax unrealized gains is being considered in the Senate. This would eliminate wealthy individuals' ability to defer taxation on assets.
What Joe Biden's Driving Tax Would Mean for Motorists
Joe Biden's infrastructure bill includes a pilot program for a vehicle mileage tax. Here's what that would mean for American motorists.
Amazon Unveils New Devices at Tech Event, Including Astro Robot
Amazon unveiled several new devices at its tech event, including the multipurpose, autonomous home robot, Astro.
Current Product Shortages and Supply Chain Issues Amid COVID-19
There have been product shortages and supply chain issues worldwide amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Which products have been facing a shortage?
Vita Coco Is Moving Toward a $100 Million IPO, Date and Price to Come
Vita Coco, held by parent company All Market Brands, has filed to go public on the Nasdaq in a $100 million IPO. Here's what investors can expect.
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.