How to Use Basic Info 123
Welcome to Basic Info 123—your shortcut to understanding the world around you.
If you’ve ever thought, “Why didn’t anyone teach me this in school?”—you’re in the right place.
📌 What This Site Is
Basic Info 123 is designed to give you the essential knowledge every young adult should have—but often doesn’t. We focus on six core areas:
- 📜 History Highlights – Understand the big moments that shaped the modern world
- 🏛 Civics & Government – Learn how government works and why the Constitution matters
- 💸 Money & Debt – Get smart about budgeting, credit, taxes, and financial survival
- 🏠 Renting & Real Estate – Know your rights, avoid scams, and make wise housing decisions
- 📑 Life Skills (Adulting 101) – From laundry to time management, we’ve got you covered
- 🧠 Critical Thinking & Communication – Argue better, think deeper, and speak clearly
Each section breaks topics down into:
- Quick summaries in plain English
- Bullet points for key takeaways
- Infographics and charts to visualize important concepts
- Links to deeper dives for when you’re ready to learn more
🚀 How to Use This Site
- Explore by Category – Pick a topic that interests you or one you know you need help with.
- Skim or Study – Whether you have 60 seconds or 60 minutes, there’s value here.
- Click Into Subtopics – Many key terms link to deeper pages—use them when you want more.
- Save or Share – Bookmark useful pages. Share with friends. Help raise the knowledge bar.
- Come Back Often – We’re always adding new topics and improving old ones.
🧑🎓 Who This Site Is For
- High school and college students
- Young adults preparing for the real world
- Anyone who wants to feel more confident in conversations or decisions
- You—if you’ve ever Googled “what even is a credit score?” or “how does voting actually work?”
📥 Want Updates?
We’ll soon add an email list where you can get:
- New content announcements
- Downloadable cheat sheets
- Study tips and quizzes
[Coming Soon!]
Other Topics we Cover
[Word Usage & Grammar Fixes] [U.S. Constitution] [History of the Eastern World] [Early Democratic Party] [Early Republican Party] [Major Religions of the World] [The Traditional Nuclear Family] [Major Political Systems of the World] [American Participation in Wars & Conflicts] [Decolonization & Modern Conflicts] [World Religions Overview] [Scientific & Technological Revolutions] [How Laws Are Made (Bill → Law Process, State vs. Federal)] [Local Government 101: Mayor, City Council & School Boards] [Student Loans & Grants: What You Need to Know] [Taxes Simplified: W-2, W-4 & Filing Basics] [Credit Scores Explained: How They Work & Why They Matter] [Buying vs. Renting: Pros & Cons] [Moving Out Checklist: First Apartment Essentials] [Roommate Agreements & Etiquette] [Spotting Misinformation in the AI Era] [Debate & Discussion Skills: Arguing Respectfully & Persuasive Writing] [Online Privacy & Digital Footprints] [Car Basics: Maintenance, Insurance & Registration] [Healthcare Basics: Insurance & When to Go Where] [Cooking Basics: Easy Meals & Smart Shopping] [Emergency Situations & Preparedness] [Car Buying & Leasing 101] [What to Do If You Get Into a Car Wreck?] [Major Political Systems of the World] [The Traditional Nuclear Family] [Major Religions of the World] [History of the Eastern World]
💬 Have a Topic You Want Us to Cover?
We’re building this site for you—so if there’s something you wish you understood better, let us know. Use the Contact page or comment below!