Financially Free Era by SLP Wealth Newsworthy Nuggets Over the Past Few Months
Nov 28, 2025
Dive into the latest financial headlines! Discover why self-driving cars won't soon slash auto insurance rates. Learn about a recent dip in mortgage rates, yet realize why 3% might be a thing of the past. Student loan forgiveness is back, but what are the key qualifications? Inflation is hitting your wallets hard — especially for coffee and ground beef. Plus, explore the unsettling trend of rising insurance costs alongside declining coverage. By the end, you'll feel better equipped to navigate your finances in a chaotic landscape.
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Waymo Taxis Create New Pedestrian Behavior
- Meagan described seeing Waymo robo-taxis in cities like Austin and Atlanta and how people exploit their caution.
- She noted pedestrians sometimes jaywalk because robo-taxis stop for obstructions instead of assertively driving on.
Self-Driving Cars Won't Cut Insurance Overnight
- Fully autonomous cars could reduce accidents and insurance costs over time as safety tech improves.
- Adoption will be slow; expect only ~4% of new cars to be self-driving by 2035 so savings arrive gradually.
Treat Mortgage Dips As Modest Wins
- Lower mortgage rates can save meaningful monthly money, but watch lender quotes and credit effects.
- Treat current dips as hopeful signs but avoid assuming a sudden housing market turnaround.