2026 GS Pay Raise Not Looking Likely For Federal Employees

Federal employees are facing growing uncertainty regarding the 2026 General Schedule (GS) pay raise due to various political and economic factors. While the official decision is still months away, recent signals from the Executive Branch (Trump administration) and ongoing economic discussions point to a heightened likelihood of a significant pay …

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Immigrant Application Fees Skyrocket Under Trump’s OBBB in 2025 and 2026

When people talk about immigration reform, the conversation usually drifts toward border walls, asylum policies, or green card caps. But one of the most consequential changes in Trump’s newly passed One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) is something less visible — yet just as impactful: immigration application fees. Yes, you read …

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10 Red Flags That Your Job is on the AI Chopping Block

Just last week, I was chatting with my friend Sarah. She’s a brilliant junior paralegal, always buried in legal documents. She mentioned how her firm just invested in this new AI software that can review thousands of contracts in minutes, identify key clauses, and even draft initial summaries. Sarah, usually …

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My Co-worker is an AI Agent – Navigating the Rise of AI Coworkers

Last week, our IT support team had an unusual introduction: Moe, our new AI agent coworker. While it might sound like science fiction, Moe – or “Master of Everything” as we’ve unofficially dubbed it – was brought in by a consulting firm to boost our “efficiency” and handle repetitive, mundane …

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Reconciling Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill (BBB)

This article will distill the complexities of what’s affectionately (or perhaps colloquially) being referred to as “Trump’s Big, Beautiful Bill.” This comprehensive legislative package, currently evolving through both the House and Senate, represents a significant potential shift in federal policy that could profoundly influence the economic realities of American families …

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Trump Tariffs Spark Stock Market Crash: What Investors Need to Know

Investors around the world are facing huge ups and downs. Trump’s trade moves are shaking the market’s and the imposition of Trump Tariffs has directly caused the Stock Market Crash. But, the truth is more complicated. It involves policy, global economics, and how people feel about investing. We explore how tariffs have made …

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Will Trump’s Tariffs Empty Your Wallet? Here’s What You Need to Know

Donald Trump’s tariffs changed the economic scene, and we’re still feeling it now. He used a national emergency to enforce these policies unilaterally without Congress’ approval. The tariffs were meant to protect American industries and counter alleged unfair trade practices by partners. But because they are essentially an import tax tariffs will likely ending up making things more expensive for most Americans. You might be wondering, “Is this going to hit my wallet hard?” So let’s discuss that in this article, including a look at which products might get pricier, …

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Trump Global Tariffs Leading to a Self-Induced Recession

Donald Trump put us in the mess. There is no two ways around this. This was his baby and he wanted them in place. No one else did and he used a “national emergency” executive order to unilaterally get tariffs in place. The recent implementation of sweeping global tariffs has …

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The Potential Impact of Food Stamp Cuts: What It Means for American Families

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, is a lifeline for millions of American families. However, with the looming possibility of federal budget cuts, concerns are growing about how potential reductions in benefits could impact low-income households. For many families, food stamps provide the financial relief …

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Do You Need to File a BOI Report for Your LLC? The Latest Treasury Update

If you own an LLC, you’ve probably heard about the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirement under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). This new rule, which took effect on January 1, 2024, requires many businesses to disclose their beneficial owners to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). But with lawsuits, …

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