Ted Jenkin

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California’s wealthy are trading the Golden State for the Golden Nugget

California's 13.3% top income tax rate drives residents to Nevada, where zero state income tax and lower costs offer a compelling financial alternative.

June 16, 2026

America didn’t give Elon Musk a trillion dollars. He earned every penny

Elon Musk became the world's first trillionaire when SpaceX went public, but his journey from immigrant to innovator tells a larger American story.

June 12, 2026

LA politicians want to mandate prosperity. The $30 minimum wage proves they can’t

The Olympic Wage policy pushing pay to $30 per hour in Los Angeles could discourage investment and hiring ahead of the 2028 Summer Olympics.

June 10, 2026

Here's why universal basic income would be a disaster for America’s future

As AI transforms the economy, some tech leaders push universal basic income. This piece argues Americans need opportunity, not government checks.

June 4, 2026

College grads expect to earn $80,000 a year, but the math isn’t mathing

College graduates expect $80,000 starting salaries but average just $56,000, with over 40% underemployed in jobs not requiring a degree at all.

May 28, 2026

Billionaire Bezos suggests no taxes for half the nation. Is that crazy or overdue?

Billionaire Jeff Bezos proposes eliminating federal income tax for the bottom half of earners, sparking a fierce debate about fairness and spending.

May 18, 2026

The little-known Medicare surtax may hammer millions in Obamacare tax battle

Democrats may target the hidden 0.9% Medicare surtax created under Obamacare as a key funding tool heading into the upcoming midterm elections.

May 11, 2026

Six different ways that prove the wealthy pay a lot more than their ‘fair share’

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez claim the rich don't pay their fair share, but IRS data tells a very different tax story.

May 6, 2026

Blue states’ latest sneaky cash grab targets your biggest payday yet

A surtax is a tax layered on top of existing income taxes in blue states like Massachusetts and California, targeting earners above $1 million.

April 27, 2026

The great wealth lie: Millennials are richer than you or they think

Baby boomers still control over $85 trillion in wealth, but millennials are catching up faster than any generation with a 374% surge since 2019.

April 23, 2026

Four lessons why the 'Boom Belt' is making such a big noise with migration

The Boom Belt, including Texas, Florida and Tennessee, gains wealth as high-income earners flee high-tax states like California and New York in droves.

April 15, 2026

Your favorite fast-food app is playing mind games and charging you for the privilege

Your $8 fast-food order may balloon to $22 thanks to fee stacking, including delivery fees, service fees and the sneaky new small order fee penalty.

April 6, 2026

Blue states are changing the tax rules on the wealthy and it's going to cost all of us

A wave of new tax proposals in blue states targets high earners with wealth taxes and exit taxes, prompting billionaires and businesses to relocate fast.

March 27, 2026

You can blame inflation for your bad finances. Or are you spending too much?

Even if inflation cools, overspending habits, credit card debt and instant gratification may be the real reasons Americans are falling behind financially.

March 26, 2026

America's $39 trillion debt bomb could be more painful than you think

With $39 trillion in national debt, politicians are selling myths about growth and tax hikes — but the real risk is to your savings and purchasing power.

March 15, 2026

AI comes with a hefty charge. Are you the one who gets stuck with the bill?

Major tech companies scramble for power as AI data centers consume massive electricity, with utilities in Virginia, Texas warning of unprecedented demand.

March 13, 2026

VICTORY GARDEN: Cut grocery bills and healthcare costs with one simple backyard habit

Rising grocery prices got you down? This compelling case for bringing back food literacy and home gardens could slash your grocery bills significantly.

February 24, 2026

America has a very expensive promises problem — and the bill is coming due

The uncomfortable truth about America's deficit crisis: even dramatic tax hikes or spending cuts can't fix a $1.78 trillion shortfall through policy alone.

February 2, 2026

Elon Musk says you can skip retirement savings in the age of AI. Not so fast

Why Elon Musk's prediction about artificial intelligence eliminating need for retirement savings could cost workers hundreds of thousands in future income.

January 23, 2026

Trump’s 401(k) plan tries to fix housing crisis. It's a full-blown retirement disaster

Donald Trump's housing proposal would let Americans tap 401(k) retirement savings for home down payments, but that easy solution is also robbing your future.

January 19, 2026

California’s hatred for capitalism is killing the goose that laid its golden egg

California's proposed billionaire tax on unrealized gains drives entrepreneurs like Elon Musk to Texas, threatening Silicon Valley's innovation economy.

December 15, 2025

California is broke, but it’s not too late for the rest of us

California faces an $18 billion deficit by 2026-27 as Democrat Gov. Newsom's spending policies create a structural budget crisis worse than projected.

December 13, 2025

This is why you make six figures and still live paycheck to paycheck

Why six-figure earners live paycheck to paycheck: no budgets, expensive homes and cars, plus social media pressure create financial stress for families.

November 23, 2025

Christmas is gobbling up Thanksgiving, the uniquely American holiday

Retailers prioritize Christmas over Thanksgiving decorations because holiday shopping generates billions while gratitude traditions offer lower profits.

November 21, 2025

When Trump meets Mamdani: Five capitalist messages the democratic socialist should hear

Two opposing worldviews on wealth creation and government redistribution set to clash Friday at the White House when President Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani meet.

November 14, 2025

Why Gen Z is suddenly skipping the $15 burrito bowl

Fast casual dining out was once considered an affordable convenience and has now become a small luxury. This generation isn’t lazy or spoiled. They’re financially boxed in right now.

November 2, 2025

Would Jesus buy this stock? The rise of Biblically Responsible Investing

BRI investing combines stewardship mindset with financial strategy, enabling Christians to invest in companies that reflect biblical virtues and values.

October 26, 2025

‘Spaving’ is not saving. It could cost you up to $50,000 out of your retirement

Retailers exploit consumer psychology through "spaving" tactics that make people feel like they're saving while actually overspending on unnecessary purchases.

October 16, 2025

Should all 50 states eliminate income tax? Understanding the real trade-offs

States without income tax rely on sales taxes and natural resources for revenue, while high-tax states fund expansive social programs through steep rates.

October 9, 2025

Why it’s inevitable that Elon Musk will be a trillionaire

Elon Musk's diverse portfolio, including Tesla, SpaceX and xAI, creates a compounding effect that makes his inevitable rise to trillionaire status likely before 2030.