Krakenimages.com / Shutterstock.com I love a good estate sale. It’s one of the few opportunities in life to walk into someone’s home, look around and snag whatever catches my eye. Who could resist? My love of estate sales started in Chicago, a city where weekend “estate sale-ing” is practically a contact sport. Twenty years later, … Read more
Antonio Guillem / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Losing a job is never easy. And it can be especially tough if you’ve been laid off through no fault of your own. You may feel like you’re the only one going through it, but the truth is that layoffs happen frequently. If … Read more
If you ever thought to yourself, “Why Can’t I Save Money?” then these tips are for you. A ton of people spend their money and don’t save any of it, year after year. The truth is that there needs to be an abundance of money in most cases for people to decide to save. The … Read more
fizkes / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Construction Coverage. Due to both the drive up in home prices that began in 2020 and rising interest rates, mortgage payments have increased rapidly over the last year. The monthly mortgage payment for a median-priced home is now 66% higher than a year ago. According … Read more
When you were in school, rating your progress and achievements depended on grade point averages (GPAs) and test scores. As an adult, those numbers turn to credit scores and interest rates. But keeping your credit score up can be even harder than earning A’s and B’s in school. Studies show that the average credit score … Read more
Steve Cukrov / Shutterstock.com If chips and candy bars have a strong hold on your mind — and waistline — you are not alone. About 13% of older Americans meet the criteria for addiction to junk food and beverages, according to recent data from the University of Michigan’s National Poll on Healthy Aging, which surveyed … Read more
vchal / Shutterstock.com Everyone knows that wages are taxed by the federal government, but Uncle Sam has a far-reaching definition of “taxable income.” It covers numerous types of earnings that many people don’t realize are subject to federal income taxes. Following are several examples of taxable income that may come as a surprise. 1. Social … Read more
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Rido / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Every 60 seconds, 20 people are abused by an intimate partner. Domestic violence affects people of all races, ethnicities, religions, incomes, beliefs, and sexual orientations. It can include stalking, sexual violence, physical violence, and financial control. Domestic violence also doesn’t pause when we go … Read more
If you are curious about the various types of consumer loans available, here is a comprehensive overview of the most popular lending options to help you access the money you need quickly. The reasons for needing a loan can vary greatly, but the most common one is often a shortage of cash. This article highlights … Read more