5 signs you’re ready to retire
Moving from an active member of the workforce to retiree is a major life change that not only involves decades of financial preparation but also emotional and logistical considerations. How do you know when you’re […]
The best & worst states for US veterans
Military service is tough and taxing, and many service members hope for an effortless re-entry into a civilian lifestyle. But where veterans settle down after their service could play a big role in how smooth […]
States struggling the most with the opioid epidemic
In order to estimate which states are the least equipped to address opioid abuse, ValuePenguin analyzed the ratio of opioid overdose deaths to substance abuse treatment centers in each state. States that are the least […]
6 ways to shop smarter online
More than 79% of Americans purchased goods and services online in 2018 and that number is expected to exceed 90% in 2023. Online shopping is becoming the norm, but that doesn’t mean we’re all pro shoppers. From […]
Changing our clocks twice a year is costing us big time
A growing number of people are pushing for the end of Daylight Saving Time, and if you’re still feeling the negative physical effects of Sunday’s time change, you may be on board with that notion. […]
Best & worst paying states for chefs and head cooks
Chef’s Pencil recently published its annual report on employment and wage trends for chefs and head cooks in the US. The report was based on an analysis of data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. One […]
3 ways to turn a terrible morning into an awesome day
Have you ever woken up and thought, Crap, I have to talk to that so-and-so client today? Or, Ugh, I just don’t feel like going to that networking event. Some days, you wake up and […]
How to improve your life by doing nothing
Being bored has done wonders for my financial life. Ditto for my physical and mental health. I used to be one of those moms who thought she could do it all; no to-do list was […]
7 things your TV meteorologist wants to tell you but can’t
Broadcast meteorologists are on the front lines of weather communication, talking us through the weather on local television news and social media every day. Part of the job is staying cool in the face of […]
5 DIY Halloween projects for your smart home
Sure you can drop hundreds of dollars on plug and play Halloween decorations. October 31st has turned into a big consumer spending day, with spending to hit $8.8 billion in 2019 according to the National Retail […]