Minimum wage earners in the US cannot afford the average one-bedroom apartment, with an hourly wage of $17.90 needed to afford a modest home. Only 22 counties in five states pay enough, due to higher state wages. The US minimum wage of $7.25 has lost nearly 10% of its purchasing power since 2009. Anyone looking […]
Budget cuts in public schools mean parents may need to subsidize field trips. Parents who can’t afford it should explain to the teacher without embarrassment. Private schools may have different rules, but teachers want all children to benefit. Exploring options with the school can help. With the cost of public education rising, and with budget […]
