Alabama State

Hoover, AL

Columbus, OH

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Looking to move to a state that goes easier on your wallet? In a recent study, Forbes discovered the ten cheapest states to live in. Moving to any of these states could put some hard-earned money back in your pocket.

10 States With the Lowest Cost of Living

Blanco, TX

Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Wisconsin State

Brookfield, WI

NewsByJoshua

In a wave of unexpected newsunexpected newsunexpected newsunexpected news, Piggly Wiggly has shuttered its store in Brookfield, Wisconsin, leaving customers feeling as if they've lost a family member. The closure, originally set for June 15, was moved up abruptly, catching shoppers off guard as the aisles emptied out with a clearance sale offering 50% off all merchandise.

500-store Grocery Chain Closes Location, Shoppers Cry.

New Jersey State

GOBankingRates

Population increases often lead to an increase in home prices, as increase in demand and lack of supply can drive prices up. To find the places where a boom in population has also led to an increase...

14 Cities Where the Population and Home Prices Are Booming

Florida State

Are you just about to retire, or have you done so recently? Congratulations! If you think there's no better place to enjoy your golden years than in a state full of sun, sand, and fellow retirees, these are some of the top places to retire in Florida.

6 Ideal Florida Cities for Retirement

California State

Hawaii State

Real Simple

These unlucky states boast grocery prices well above the national average.

5 States With the Highest Grocery Bills, According to the U.S. Census Bureau

Chicago, IL

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Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate were in medicine cabinets in many Virginia homes decades ago. They were in bottles with droppers that gallons the red liquid. Looking at that old bottle in the above image brings back many memories.

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate once were in many Virginia homes

San Francisco, CA

Joshua Tree, CA

The real estate market has grown substantially from year to year over the past decade. According to Statista, the residential real estate market is seeing a surge in demand and is projected to...

Housing Market 2024: Cross These 4 Cities Off Your Homebuying List

New York City, NY

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Owning a home is a major milestone that could signal to some that they've made it financially. However, having a relatively high income doesn't always mean that you can afford to buy a home where you...

5 States Where Residents Are Rich — But Still Can’t Afford Homes

Considering retiring somewhere new? The city you choose can have a huge impact on your finances and well-being. According to research by U.S. News & World Report, your golden years could shine even brighter depending on where you decide to settle down.

50 Best U.S. Cities for Retirement, Ranked

Retirement is the chance to do something different. After a career of work, it's time to kick back and enjoy the finer things in life, maybe even try a few new things. For a lot of retirees, this is...

7 States That Will Become Popular Retirement Destinations in 2025

How much do you need to retire comfortably? It’s a question in the mind of every American in every state that is saving for retirement. Unfortunately, there’s not a one-size-fits-all answer. Several rules of thumb help you figure out how much to save to retire. But the exact dollar amount you need will depend on various factors — especially where you plan to live in retirement.

How Much a Comfortable Retirement Will Cost You in Each State

There is no shortage of states in the U.S. that tout costs of living that are higher than the national average. Discover More: Cheapest Places To Buy a Home in Every State Read Next: Become a Real...

7 Richest States in the U.S. — and How Much It Costs To Live in Each

Kianna Writes

In a surprising turn of events, a California based Earth observation company, Planet, is facing another significant round of layoffs. The company recently announced it’s cutting 180 jobs, which accounts for about 17% of its workforce. This decision was revealed in filings with the SEC on June 26.

California Company Unexpectedly Cuts Hundreds of Jobs

Car insurance rates have become a significant expense for many drivers, even if they don’t own a pricey premium vehicle. Even so, some insurers rise above the rest with reasonable prices, but they don’t all operate in every state, and some have restrictive policies that limit the type and number of drivers they accept. MarketWatch’s recent insurance study found that some insurers far undercut others with rates that make the competition look greedy.

Insurance companies with the cheapest national average rates

The average annual expenditure in the United States was $72,967 as of 2022, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). This is the most recent data available, but considering that was a...

10 Most Affordable Cities in the West If You Make Less Than $100,000

Business Insider

"It's extremely cultural, great food scene, safe, bilingualism is an asset," an expat who moved to the city from the US previously told BI.

This Canadian city has found the sweet spot between low cost of living and high quality of life

These days, buying a home is very costly. Since the onset of the pandemic four years ago, demand for homes has skyrocketed. Dwindling supply and record-setting mortgage interest rates have sent the...

10 Best Cities Where You Can Buy a House for Under the National Average

Birmingham, AL

Bessemer, AL

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Hoover makes livability.com's Top 100 Places to Live 2024 list

Hoover once again this year made livability.com’s list of the top 100 best places to live in the country. The website rates cities based on their...

Hoover makes livability.com's Top 100 Places to Live 2024 list

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