Liz Weston: Homeowners lose step-up tax basis if they are not married
Dear Liz: I co-own a house with my long-term boyfriend. If one of us passes away, how does the capital gains step-up impact the surviving partner? Answer: The deceased partner’s share of the home gets a new tax basis, while the survivor’s Portion remains unchanged. A tax basis is crucial for figuring out how much […]
Two Marquette men’s lacrosse players lose their lives in a car accident in Milwaukee
Tragic Loss for Marquette Men’s Lacrosse Team On Friday night, two members of the Marquette men’s lacrosse team lost their lives in a car accident close to the university’s campus in Milwaukee. The university has confirmed that the victims were Noah Snyder and Scott Michaud. In a heartfelt statement on social media, University President Kimo […]
Three ways you might lose your Social Security benefits
Understanding Social Security Benefits and Risks Currently, the average monthly social security benefit for retirees is under $2,000. This is a crucial source of income for many Americans, serving as their primary financial cushion in retirement. Yet, it’s vital not to rely solely on these benefits, especially with ongoing questions about the program’s long-term sustainability. […]
Yankees lose to White Sox, ending their shot at a perfect week
Yankees Face Setback Against White Sox CHICAGO — The Yankees haven’t had much say in the surprisingly easy matches they’ve faced lately, but they’ve worked hard nonetheless. Just as stronger opponents were on the horizon, the Yankees saw their seven-game winning streak come to an end with a 3-2 loss to the White Sox on […]
Mets lose series to Marlins following Kodai Senga’s poor performance
Mets’ Rollercoaster Performance Continues Once more, the Mets have shown their unpredictable nature. Last week, they demonstrated dominance by sweeping the top-ranked Phillies, creating optimism for a potential NL East title. However, over the weekend, they stumbled against a team with far fewer resources, dropping the series to non-contenders. The same lineup that set a […]
A significant number of people in Florida may lose their health insurance by the end of 2025.
Millions of Floridians could face losing their health insurance by the year’s end. Approximately 5 million residents in the state rely on affordable health care options, often referred to as Obamacare. Recently, concerns have been raised regarding the risk to this affordable access. “When someone loses their financial means, they often lose access to essential […]
Health insurance losses begin: Thousands of immigrants in Massachusetts will lose coverage
Federal Policy Changes Impacting Health Coverage in Massachusetts A new federal policy, stemming from President Trump’s significant legislation, is directing attention towards specific groups concerning public health insurance eligibility. In Massachusetts, officials anticipate around 250,000 individuals may lose their health coverage due to a federal budget bill signed by Trump on July 4th. Immigrants are […]
Mets lose momentum-shattering game to Marlins due to a messy seventh inning
It was quite a chaotic scene that unfolded between rookie Nolan McLean’s impressive outing on Wednesday and Jonah Tong’s much-anticipated debut on Friday. After what many considered one of their better series of the season, the Mets fell flat during two particularly rough half-innings. With several dropped balls, poor tagging, misplays, and three errors credited […]
Transportation Secretary Duffy: U.S. states that do not implement English Proficiency tests for commercial drivers will lose federal funding
Federal Funding Cuts Loom for Non-Compliant States Transport Secretary Sean Duffy has announced that the U.S. government is poised to cut federal funding to states that do not comply with English proficiency testing for commercial drivers. This statement follows a tragic incident from August 12th, where an undocumented immigrant from India was involved in a […]
Democrats lose 2.1 million voters while attempting to copy MAGA approach
Democrats are feeling the pressure following President Donald Trump’s significant win in 2024, which has shifted the political landscape. A recent report from the New York Times reveals a sharp decline in voter registrations for Democrats across nearly all states since 2020, while Republicans have added 4.5 million new voters. As the 2028 election approaches, […]