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Mortgage rates jump as Iran conflict hits housing market
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.38%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 6.22%. Read More.
Americans Unfazed by Rising Gas Prices in Early Weeks of Iran War, Gallup Finds
Americans' concerns about energy costs have not increased since the start of the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, even as gas prices have jumped nearly a dollar a gallon, according to a Gallup poll released Thursday. | Economy Read More.
Larry Fink calls for Social Security reform, says investing a portion of funds could strengthen the program
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink says Social Security's pay-as-you-go structure prevents most Americans from building wealth that grows with the broader economy. Read More.
IRS refund tracker explained: What you need to know before this year's tax filing deadline
Taxpayers may use the IRS' "Where's my refund?" tool to track their federal tax refund status using their Social Security number, filing status and exact refund amount. Read More.
The Chairman’s Report March 27th, 2026
LIFE WITHOUT THE FEDERAL INCOME TAX
President Trump has repeatedly advocated for the elimination of the federal income tax. Read More.
IRS warns Americans to beware of dangerous new scams this tax season
The IRS released its 2026 "Dirty Dozen" tax scams list to protect taxpayers from identity theft, phishing emails, fake charities and AI-powered phone fraud schemes. Read More.
The $10,000 car loan tax deduction: Here's who qualifies and how to claim it
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act created a temporary car loan interest deduction for American-made vehicles through 2028, which requires final assembly in the U.S. and VIN verification. Read More.
The Grassroots Corner March 30th, 2026
RANDY HAUCK DOESN’T REST
We received a new report from our Virginia volunteer, Randy Houck, who recently joined us. Read More.
The Real Debt Crisis Is That There Will Be No Debt Crisis
Budgetary experts have been promising us a future “crisis” related to the national debt for years, and in some instances, decades. If you’re reading this, you likely know some of the Read More.
A Great State Income Tax Divorce Is Underway, And It’s A Beautiful Thing
Competition between states is a beautiful thing. Read More.
The Grassroots Corner March 23rd, 2026
MEET JULIAN WALLE
The FAIRtax movement has benefited from gifted leadership, but the aging of its board members has been a challenge. Read More.
Exclusive – GOP Strategist Rob Lockwood: Trump Admin Has Done ‘So Much’ on Energy to Make Life ‘Affordable’
Rob Lockwood highlighted how President Donald Trump's administration has done "so much" regarding energy to make life "more affordable." Read More.
Should you take Social Security at 62? Consider these 4 factors.
Americans are most likely to claim Social Security benefits at 62. But is it the "best" age? We examine 4 big reasons for claiming early. Read More.
The Chairman’s Report March 20th, 2026
THE UNITED STATES LOST AN ESTIMATED $2.2 TRILLION IN REVENUES THROUGH TAX EXPENDITURES, COMMONLY KNOWN AS TAX BREAKS.
This is an article from the Peter G. Peterson Foundation that points out an aspect of the income/payroll tax system that has helped allow it to continue to exist.
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US economic growth revised lower in fourth quarter
The U.S. economy grew at a rate of 0.7% in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a second estimate released on Friday by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Read More.
