Millions of Americans work long hours to support their families, pay their mortgages and build a better financial future. For immigrant workers, including many Albanian families living in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, working additional shifts can be an important way to increase household income. But what happens when an employee works 50 hours … Read more
Imagine applying for a mortgage in America and discovering that a credit card with a $15,000 limit has been opened in your name. You never applied for the card. You do not recognize the bank. And now an unfamiliar account appears on your credit report. For many families, this situation can be frightening, particularly when … Read more
TIRANA – The newly appointed Minister of Internal Affairs, Ervin Demo, has asked the leaders of the State Police to release the detained students. Sources told ZĖRI that this was an intervention a few minutes ago by Demo, who requested that the students be released to be ready to participate in the auditorium tomorrow. Another … Read more
Klevi Metaj is the 22-year-old who became one of the most commented characters of the protest held today in Tirana. Footage of his clash with six police officers was quickly shared on social networks, attracting the public’s attention. The young man from Gjirokastra was filmed engaging in a physical confrontation with officers before being arrested … Read more
For many Albanian families living in America, owning a car is essential for commuting to work, taking children to school and managing everyday responsibilities. But car insurance can be expensive, especially in areas where drivers face high premiums. Some households pay hundreds of dollars every month to keep their vehicles insured. Yet there is one … Read more
For many Albanian immigrants living in America, saving money for retirement is an important long-term financial goal. After years of employment, some workers may accumulate $20,000, $50,000 or even more in an employer-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan. But there is one financial detail that can create an expensive surprise: withdrawing money from a traditional 401(k) before … Read more
The protest situation in Tirana continues to escalate. The police used tear gas and pressurized water against the young people. Arrests have been made during the dinner hours. It is worrying that in plain clothes without identification, without police uniforms, citizens are being forcibly taken on the streets of Tirana. The footage provided by News24 … Read more
Former Deputy Prime Minister Arben Ahmetaj has stated that Prime Minister Edi Rama met with Belinda Balluku at the “Red Villa”, at a time when students continue protests in Tirana. In an interview on the show “Çim Peka Live”, Ahmetaj stated that Rama has chosen to consult with Balluku and not with the rational voices … Read more
Imagine opening your banking app one morning and discovering that $5,000 has disappeared from your checking account. You check your transaction history and notice electronic transfers you do not recognize. For many families in America, this situation can create immediate financial stress, especially when the missing money was intended for rent, mortgage payments or household … Read more
For many Albanian families living in America, owning a home is more than a financial investment. It represents years of hard work, stability and something valuable to pass on to the next generation. But when a parent dies and leaves a house to their children, an important financial question often arises: Will the family owe … Read more