Statista recently reported that 36% of Americans think President Joe Biden was highly responsible for the current trend in the U.S. unemployment rate, according to a survey by The Economist and YouGov. The survey, conducted between April 30 […]
Americans would rather clean out their closets than clean up their finances. A rather humorous survey revealed all the grueling chores Americans would prefer doing over getting their finances in order. Pollsters from Lincoln […]
Payday loans are short-term consumer lending products that can carry high fees, especially when measured as an annual percentage rate of interest. A $100 payday loan with a $15 borrowing fee and 14-day repayment […]
It’s never too early to start thinking about retirement. In fact, the more you do now, the easier retirement will be. Retirement can be a daunting prospect if you don’t have a plan. […]
Investing can sometimes seem like a daunting task. The truth is that there are many different ways to invest your money, and you don’t need a lot of knowledge or experience to start. This […]
Around one in ten of those surveyed in the United States as part of the Statista Global Consumer Survey said they had paid for a gym membership in the 12 months prior to the survey. How […]
If you struggle to find ways to motivate your children to get outside and play, you’re not alone. You may have fond memories of enjoying endless hours of outdoor play, perhaps even unsupervised by […]
Tesla (TSLA) CEO Elon Musk has put his plans to buy Twitter (TWTR) on hold unless the social media company can provide convincing data concerning the number of fake accounts. Market research firm SparkToro […]
Why are some wines so expensive while others deliver quality for a pittance? Wine is “just” fermented grape juice elevated by a special place, a particular time and the hands and minds that shape […]
Are you planning your next trip? If you’re traveling to any of the following locations, your arrival may be some of the most stunning views you’ll see! PrivateFly, a booking platform for private jet charters, rated […]
With so much stress in the world these days — worrying about money, making ends meet and keeping your family safe — you may literally be losing sleep. That’s a big problem; when you don’t […]
When you think about musicians’ tour riders, the first group that probably comes to mind is Van Halen. The ‘80s classic rock band’s backstage rider is famous for its ban of brown M&Ms. Singer David […]
The Covid-19 pandemic was not kind on the bank balances of many Americans, especially those working in industries like travel and hospitality. On top of the last two year of struggle, the rising cost of […]
Heading into 2022, many investors had a brighter outlook on the U.S. economy and financial markets. Both staged impressive rebounds in 2021 after Covid-19 quarantine measures triggered wild volatility. Vaccine breakthroughs and stimulus checks […]
Rising interest rates have a great impact on affordability of single-family homes. But what types of buyers and investors will face the greatest headwinds? And what locations will fare better than others? Mortgage […]
If you have days or moments (or years) during which you feel like your anxiety is in charge, or you’re stuck in patterns of self-criticism, double and triple-checking yourself, worrying about the future… then […]
You know what’s hard to hear? Despite all the talk about retirement planning, and all the information available on the web, millions of people still aren’t saving for retirement. As a direct result American workers don’t […]
Unfortunately, in the U.S., there’s no federal legislation mandating equal rights for all U.S. citizens regardless of gender, as the Equal Rights Amendment has yet to pass. That’s why, in 43 states, it’s legal […]
Consumers lost more than $5.8 billion in 2021 to fraud, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). That’s a 70 percent increase over fraud loss in 2020, says the FTC, which received nearly 1.4 million reports […]
U.S. home prices have kept on climbing in the pandemic housing boom, leaving many potential buyers wondering how they can afford a place of their own in this red-hot market. After a period of stability […]
Sticky Situation We all hoped for a cooler April Consumer Price Index (CPI) print, and technically we got one — 8.3% year-over-year vs. March’s 40-year high of 8.5%. The temptation to call peak inflation […]
If you’re bringing the drinks to a party this summer, consider toting along a jar of pickle brine to liven things up. No! Wait! Come back! It sounds bizarre, but hear me out. A […]
If you’re stuck at home but are yearning for adventure, look no further than Glacier National Park. You don’t need to visit this park in person to appreciate it. Keep scrolling to see more of […]
Living without: soap, household cleaning products, hygiene/beauty products, water bottles or even kitchen utensils would be tough for a lot of us. And while some of these essential products aren’t exactly great for the environment […]
If you’re one of the 48.2 million households in the U.S. that includes a dog, you know how important your four-legged friend is. And if you love to travel, the only thing that can make your next […]
Don’t you hate it when you meet a great new guy….he’s cute, good dresser, attentive listener, charming conversationalist, the best male dancer you’ve seen since the Solid Gold Dancers writhed across the floor back in […]
Ruby Perman is not your grandmother’s Canasta partner, she is, instead, the worlds preeminent food fashion stylist, and while that is a mouthful, so is her work. The pandemic was rough on all of us. […]
I bet you have great ax-pectations for this piece. I promise you, it will not be a hatchet job. So there’s this ax, well, a faux ax. An ax made of foam and resin (light, […]
Ah, grandmas … the sweet, retired dears. They are always knitting afghans and canning mysterious fruits, baking cookies, tending their azaleas and swimming a couple of miles each day in open ocean waters, taking close […]
The average student borrower takes 20 years to pay off their student loan debt, according to a recent report. In the U.S. there is nearly $1.75 trillion in total student loan debt, with about 46 […]