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Christmas is around the corner and it’s time to celebrate with some holiday-themed movies. These films run the gamut of genres, from thrillers to musicals. While nothing can replace classics like It's A Wonderful Life or Home Alone, these new titles will bring some excitement to the holiday season. With the house filled with gifts...
Only 51% of cardholders in the United States said they were confident in paying off their credit card balances in the last month, according to Lending Tree’s monthly Credit Card Confidence Index. That’s the lowest level the index has reached since the organization began tracking consumer confidence more than five years ago and 7 points...
Remember when everyone thought 2022 would be the best year yet? Hardly anyone thought the economy might fall apart. However, here we are and inflation has sent prices soaring for everything, including gas. According to AAA, the national average price for gas in August 2022 was around $4.16. Although price spikes have settled somewhat, we aren't...
Colored contacts have become a transformative accessory in fashion and self-expression. Celebrities like Nina Dobrev, Priyanka Chopra, and Selena Gomez are rocking their colored contacts. Whether you want to enhance your natural eye or go for a bold and dramatic look, colored contacts provide a versatile and exciting means of expression. However, changing eye color...
Life is so much easier when you don’t have to stress over managing your money, especially if you can do so for free. When people start working and making money, they want to open a free checking account that doesn’t charge recurring fees. With a checking account, people can manage all their transactions regularly. Without...
With inflation every year, everything seems to cost a lot: gas, utilities, groceries, clothes, etc. If you could find easy ways to save money each month, you could use those funds for something else. Wouldn't it be nice if you could cut some of your expenses on food each month? Imagine how much you can...
Technology has many things easier, especially transferring money. Two of the most popular payment providers out there are Zelle and Venmo, but each has its own strengths and weaknesses. In the Zelle vs. Venmo competition, who do you think would win? Thanks to money apps like Zelle and Venmo, you can send and receive money from the...
In a recent survey, Americans reported being more concerned about finances than in previous years. They report health problems and lack of sleep due to money worries. Further, one in three have shifted the dates of their planned retirement, some as many as ten years later. A large factor – having little or nothing saved...
Self-storage is quite popular in today's era and will continue to grow in the future. You may not know, but almost 40% of Americans use self-storage. People need self-storage when they don't have enough space to store their belongings or undergoing transitions like moving. Whether you are a business owner, homeowner, renter, or military member,...
Even if people rent a storage unit, there have been problems where people need to remember they even have a storage unit or don't pay rent on time. When this happens, the facility has a problem: an unrentable space
When people talk about salary or money-related topics, you've probably heard the terms five figures, six figures, etc. They say figures instead of numbers because it gives others an idea of the amount they are talking about without being too specific, but what does it actually mean? What is a Figure? A figure refers to...
The food delivery market has grown exponentially over the past five years. The sector got a huge boost during the pandemic in 2020 and is expected to keep ballooning in size to reach $42 billion by 2025. Now that the economy is slowly moving towards a gig economy, customers want to outsource their basic needs by...
Will you be spending time with your grandkids over the holiday? Or perhaps you're providing childcare more and more to help out working parents. If you're looking for ideas that won't break the bank, this list of activities is for you. Fun Winter Activities Across Generations Are you looking for ways to get rid of...
With the rise of inflation and another recession looming, many people are trying to figure out how to make 20 dollars fast. As the price of gas, bills, and other expenses continue to increase, everyone's lifestyle has become more expensive than ever. With many opportunities on the internet, it's easier to make 20 dollars. You...
In the last decade, exports of K-pop albums saw a consistent year-on-year rise, breaking the $100 million mark in 2020 and then the $200 million in 2021, even as the world was beset with a pandemic. Since the explosion of Psy's hit single Gangnam Style in 2012, what had been a niche art form with...
