Mark Cussen, CMFC, has 13+ years of experience as a writer and provides financial education to military service members and the public. Mark is an expert in investing, economics, and market news.

There needs to be a future in which cities provide opportunities for all, with access to basic services, energy, housing, transportation and more.

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