North Carolina

TL/DR - WalletHub listed 182 of the largest US cities according to their attractiveness for jobs in the new year. The ranking took into account factors such as job opportunities, employment outlook, average starting salary, housing affordability, and median annual income. Raleigh, North Carolina was ranked 31st nationally and 1st in the state,…

TL/DR - Henderson County officials are warning residents about fraudulent phone calls asking for money, allegedly from representatives of the Henderson County Tax Office. The scammers are falsely claiming that if the taxes are not paid immediately, recipients could face fines or imprisonment. In case of a suspected fraudulent call, it is…

TL/DR - Asheville's liquor sales had a record-breaking year, grossing over $52 million, marking consistent annual increases for over a decade. The Asheville ABC Board, the sole retailer where area customers can purchase liquor, paid $4.6 million back to local municipalities from its sales in 2023. Despite rising gross sales, profit before…

TL/DR - The article presents six key financial steps to be taken before the end of the year, as advised by financial planners: updating beneficiaries on 401(k) or life insurance policies, reviewing estate plans and insurance coverage, making charitable donations and gifts, maximizing pre-tax retirement savings, taking the required minimum…