Finance & Money Infographics

Inflation has hit a record high lately – at 6.8%, it’s at the highest it has been in the last 30 years. What drives inflation and why is it so high? Learn more in the following infographic, courtesy of Expensivity.

The U.S. Mint has been producing coins since the creation of the first mint in Philadelphia in 1792. In the last 100 years alone, the U.S. Mint has created more than 816 billion coins worth $169.5 billion. The following graphic from WizardPins breaks down U.S. Mint coin production over the last one hundred years.

Thinking about taking a second mortgage loan on your home?  A second mortgage loan can be a bit confusing, however, the folks at SPVMortgages.co.uk have simplified the basics of the second mortgage in the following visual.

It’s an unfair game to so many people that either have thin credit or lack the information needed for traditional credit reports. Fear not, for there is hope – Equifax is developing methods to expand access to credit using alternative data to help consumers with thin credit profiles or those who are credit invisible. Learn more in the following infographic.

Having a credit card can have its perks and advantages. If you’re looking to get your first credit card, this visual guide will show you how to get started with your credit card application process and give you surefire tips for successfully getting your first card.

As self-employed individuals, gamers/streamers can write off certain expenses that are deemed necessary for their business. But since gaming is a very specific niche, figuring out the appropriate set of deductions can be a little tricky. However, as a streamer, you can claim a deduction for the home office on your income tax return. Additional details are included in the following infographic.

In the event that you become disabled or pass away, your family or dependents can be protected from financial hardships. During these times, life insurance can help cover the expenses for most accidents, natural causes of death, and certain illnesses, depending on the type of insurance you sign up for. However, there are several factors that you need to consider before buying.

If you’re an American citizen living abroad, you still have to pay your taxes to the U.S. government. The following infographic highlights the basics of tax filing, particularly exclusions, deductions, and credits – all of which can help reduce your taxes as an American expat. It also presents the forms and processes needed to avail of these tax reduction measures.