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,...
Overview of the New Initiative Along with the massive changes to federal student loan policy and administration in the United States, our understanding is rapidly changing. The Small Business Administration (SBA) is currently running the student loans for almost 40 million borrowers. They will be responsible for an amazing $1.7...
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 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...
As those college acceptance letters hit mailboxes, families are receiving financial aid offers, too, and those can be tremendously confusing. While navigating these offers and advocating for further assistance can feel daunting, experts say it can go a long way in lowering the cost of college. The majority of colleges...
President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order Thursday. This action specifically addresses the efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. Additionally, the move creates new uncertainty over the department’s $1.6 trillion federal student loan portfolio, injecting new confusion for borrowers. The Education Department has already been...
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...
Ever been sold your insurance policy as not just a safety net but a wise financial move, too? It’s a dangerous proposal, I recognize. Imagine the opportunity of having the benefit of protection along with the potential for financial growth. You’ll have a chance to hear directly about what’s new...
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...