The reality is that student loan debt has grown into one of the greatest threats to the financial lives and well-being of Americans of all ages. Soon, major changes in student loan policies are expected to begin rolling out. Knowing what these changes will mean for those students most deeply...
Today, student loans are an inescapable fact of life for the overwhelming majority of American college students. These loans are intended to increase access to higher education. They typically weigh down graduates, limiting their economic opportunities, career options and quality of life. Recent policy debates and potential changes to student...
As traders and investors at OverTraders.com, we are dedicated to the detailed examination of events that make this society tick. The Trump administration’s proposed education overhaul has created a lot of discussion and confusion. This policy brief will examine the likely short- and long-term implications of Trump’s plan for students,...
The burden of student loan debt impacts people far beyond this country’s 43 million borrowers. This cost frequently postpones big life choices and suppresses economic opportunity. What if that same burden could be turned into an opportunity, a platform to launch those entrepreneurial dreams on? The idea of shifting student...
Coming July 1, it all is set to change considerably. Putting the onus solely on students I fear that this change will have vulnerable students emerging with untenable debt. As someone who's spent years analyzing market trends, I've learned that a lack of oversight almost always leads to exploitation, and...
The increasing cost of higher education has shined the spotlight on student loans. For most of them, these loans are the only way to pay for college. See what we did there…the federal government’s role in regulating and overseeing these loans, especially its own servicers, is the controversial topic. Here’s...
Alright, let’s get into student loans. It's a topic that probably makes most of us groan, whether we're still paying them off or just remember the struggle. You read reports about forgiveness of loans, the skyrocketing cost of tuition and everything seems like one confusing chaotic system. A few people...
The increasing cost of college is a national enemy we’re all fighting. Each article shouts about the student loan debt crisis, and the public institutional pressure to do everything possible to make education affordable is high. One common rallying cry is for mandated, across-the-board increases in financial aid, a tempting...
Under the management of the Trump administration, the U.S. After temporary implementation by the U.S. Department of Education, the Small Business Administration (SBA) will assume this role. Almost overnight, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to begin dismantling the Education Department entirely. Consequently, the SBA supplanted its duties for...
The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) is suing the U.S. Department of Education. They’re suing to stop the department’s plan to deny access to affordable long-term repayment plans for millions of student loan borrowers. It was AFT president Randi Weingarten who filed the lawsuit. To help borrowers in the pandemic,...
We hear about it constantly. Famed for it being a leading indicator of economic prosperity, a weather vane on the roof of our national wallet. But is it really the gold standard, best measure ever, metrics by which all other metrics should be judged? As a journalist who has spent...
OverTraders.com just published a great in-depth Ethereum PoS vs Other Major Crypto PoS Models article. This side-by-side rundown helps shed light on the merits and demerits of each in different situations, providing critical information for traders and investors alike. Understanding Bitcoin and Ethereum To understand the nuances between different consensus...
Summary This piece dives deep into the startling effects of economic uncertainty on both mental health and consumer activity. This animated short dives into the psychological impact of recessions. Together, low consumer confidence and a fear of living in isolation can further increase stress, anxiety, and depression. By examining various...
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At the same time, the United States has increased its reliance on sanctions as a tool of foreign policy. Now, it focuses on individuals, countries and entities across the globe. These measures are put in place by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). Their purpose is to shape behavior...
Artificial intelligence has gone from an imagined technological fantasy to an integral part of our everyday lives. From super-personalized recommendations on our separate site OverTraders.com to the algorithms that are reshaping our financial markets, AI’s influence can’t be overstated. This rapid integration comes with a chilling undercurrent: the potential for...
Obesity is the biggest threat to public health in the world, impacting nearly 650 million people worldwide. Yet it doesn’t stop there — the burden of transportation inequities weighs heavily on mental and emotional health. Real people are dealing with unfortunate obstacles while attempting to lose weight. As a result,...
The quick fix is perhaps the most potent temptation of all, particularly in the realm of weight loss. We know we’re all living in a world bombarded with images of unrealistic bodies. After all, the allure of losing weight with no effort — just a prescription — is difficult to...