The average age of first-time U.S. homebuyers is 38, an all-time high

The average age of first-time U.S. homebuyers is 38, an all-time high

Courtneyk | E+ | Getty Images First-time homebuyers in the U.S. are getting older. The median first-time homebuyer has reached an all-time high age of 38 years old, three years older than... Read more »
State Report: Illinois’ Labor Force “Remains Depressed,” Growth Behind “Midwest Average”

State Report: Illinois’ Labor Force “Remains Depressed,” Growth Behind “Midwest Average”

A new state report released by the Commission of Government Forecasting & Accountability (CGFA) paints a less than rosy assessment of Illinois’ economy. The “economy is slowing” and Illinois’ job growth lags... Read more »
The average tax refund is almost 29% lower this tax season, IRS reports

The average tax refund is almost 29% lower this tax season, IRS reports

Artistgndphotography | E+ | Getty Images With tax season in full swing, the IRS has issued more than 2.6 million refunds worth about $3.65 billion, as of Feb. 2, the agency reported... Read more »
The Average Success for the Series 65 Test and How to Pass

The Average Success for the Series 65 Test and How to Pass

If you’d like to become an investment advisor representative (IAR), you’ll need to successfully pass the Series 65 exam. The Series 65 exam is a North American Securities Administrators Exam that’s administered... Read more »
UK CEO pay exceeds average worker salary for the year

UK CEO pay exceeds average worker salary for the year

Skyscrapers in the Canary Wharf financial, business and shopping district in London, UK. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images The average FTSE 100 CEO will have earned more this year than the... Read more »