Allison Robertson articles

Understanding Mortgage Prepayments

Find out the pros and cons to paying off your mortgage early, what other investments could benefit, how tax rates and interest rates play a part, and if prepayment is the best choice for you.
June 16, 2025 Allison Robertson

The Cost Of Living In 1960s America

In 1960, a 21-inch black and white TV cost so much money that most families had to finance them.
June 9, 2025 Allison Robertson

The Quiet Billionaires Who Live Below Their Means

In 2006, billionaire Ingvar Kamprad revealed that he stayed rich by driving an old, used car and collecting salt and pepper packets from restaurants.
June 9, 2025 Allison Robertson

Preparing For A Possible 2025 Recession

Amid significant policy changes, the US economy just had its worst quarter since the Covid-era, and a devastating recession may be looming.
May 6, 2025 Allison Robertson
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Top American Imported Goods

In 2024, the United States imported $462.62 billion worth of goods from China alone—and China wasn’t even their biggest trade partner. One other country far surpassed that.
April 17, 2025 Allison Robertson

Companies Built Around A Single Product

These 18 companies have monetized on one single product only, and they did it well, offering reliability and quality using a single product concept.
February 10, 2025 Allison Robertson
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How to Start a Homestead On A Budget

Uncover 10 steps to starting your homestead on a budget. Find out how you can get supplies, plants, and even animals basically for free, and how to maintain it all for next to nothing.
February 10, 2025 Allison Robertson

The Wealthiest People in the US

Discover the 25 wealthiest people in the US as of 2024. From Elon Musk to Len Blavatnik, find out how these billionaires made their fortunes, and what their current net worth is.
February 9, 2025 Allison Robertson
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The 20 Richest Comedians, Ranked

Uncover the richest comedians as of 2024. Comedic stars like Terry Fator, Adam Sandler and Seth MacFarlane have certainly made the cut, but who is really raking in the cash making people laugh? Find out who has a whopping net worth of $900 million using only their sense of humor.
February 3, 2025 Allison Robertson