14 Dec
The recent comments from NFL star Odell Beckham Jr., regarding the difficulty of living off a five-year, $100 million deal, sparked a flurry of reactions. While many found the statement incredulous, it opens up a larger conversation about financial literacy, the perception of wealth, and the often-overlooked challenges that come with managing significant sums of […]
27 Nov
Rebuilding East St. Louis: A Community’s Fight for Economic Revival and Self-Sufficiency East St. Louis, Illinois, sits directly across the mighty Mississippi River from its more prosperous neighbor, St. Louis, Missouri. While St. Louis boasts iconic structures like the Gateway Arch and a vibrant economy, East St. Louis has historically been characterized as a poverty-stricken […]
27 Nov
Navigating the world of credit can be complex, but understanding key strategies like becoming an authorized user or leveraging primary tradelines can significantly boost your financial standing. Let’s delve into these powerful tools for credit improvement. What is an Authorized User? An authorized user (AU) is essentially someone who gets to ‘piggyback’ on another individual’s […]