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Money Teams Up with Financial Planning Association to Find America's Best Financial Planners
Financial planners are long-term strategists who can help you plan for retirement, college bills and other major milestones in your life. In other words, they’re crucial resources for anyone forming a big-picture plan for their finances. But how do you find a good financial planner who matches you and...
How to Secure Your Windows
Windows, especially first-floor windows, are one of the most vulnerable points of entry for intruders. For this reason, taking proactive measures to secure your windows can significantly enhance the overall security of your home. Read on to learn more about how to secure your windows, including the specific window security...
AI 'Outperforms' Human Financial Analysts, According to New Research
In the not-so-distant future, investors might be turning to robots for market advice. A new study has found that large language models — a type of artificial intelligence called LLMs — are better at conducting financial analysis than humans. The findings, from researchers at the University of Chicago...
Where to Hide Spare Keys
A set of spare keys can be useful if you’re away from home for long periods of time or are planning a big vacation. They are also useful as a backup in case you misplace or lose your set of keys. But tiptoeing the line between being too obvious and too obscure with your hiding spot can be tricky.
How Many Smoke Detectors Do I Need?
Smoke detectors provide early warning of a house fire before flames get out of control, giving occupants critical time to get an extinguisher, evacuate, and call the fire department. You can integrate smoke detectors into your home security system, but for these devices to work efficiently, you'll need to install the recommended number of sensors in the right places.
How to Prepare Your Home for a Natural Disaster
Last year, American homes and businesses suffered more than $90 billion in damages from natural disasters. Twenty-eight of these weather events — including Hurricane Idalia in Florida and a catastrophic wildfire in Hawaii — racked up losses exceeding $1 billion, the highest annual tally of billion-dollar disasters ever recorded. And that record may not last long.
DOJ Sues Live Nation, Ticketmaster to Break up 'Monopolistic Control' of Ticket Prices
The U.S. Department of Justice sued Live Nation on Thursday over alleged antitrust violations, arguing the Ticketmaster parent company has become a monopoly at the expense of everyday consumers. The federal lawsuit, which was filed in the U.S. District Court of the Southern District of New York, doesn't mince words,...
Only 1 in 5 People Think College Is Worth the Money if You Need Student Loans
Is college worth the money? Fewer Americans are weighing in with a definitive yes in this never-ending debate, as college costs remain expensive and people without degrees earn higher incomes. According to a new Pew Research Center poll, only 22% of Americans believe that college is worth the cost if...
Here's Why Crypto Prices Are Jumping This Week — and What's Next
Crypto prices are once again on the rise, and this time it's based on increased investor access to ethereum rather bitcoin. From Monday to Tuesday, bitcoin (BTC) prices rose 7.8%, with ethereum (ETH) gaining 19.24%. The principal driver of these increases is the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's pending approval of spot ETH exchange-traded funds. These ETFs would track the spot (or current price) of ETH, providing investors with an alternative means of gaining exposure to the second largest digital asset by market cap.
Airfare Is Cheaper This Summer. Here's How to Save on Your Next Trip
Taking a flight this summer will likely be less expensive than last year, especially for domestic travel. Flight prices in the U.S. for Memorial Day weekend are 9.5% lower compared to a year ago, according to a new report from Hopper. The average domestic airfare is $260, down from $287 a year ago.
Travel Rewards Are Now an ‘Essential’ Part of Americans’ Vacation Budgets
It's no secret that people love travel rewards programs. But now, we know exactly how much. According to survey results released Monday by banking giant Barclays, 37% of travelers enrolled in loyalty programs see them as a crucial part of their vacation budget. Another 76% said they'd have to "significantly" change their travel habits without these benefits, and 4% said they wouldn't be able to afford to travel, period.
Target Is the Latest Store to Go on a Price-Slashing Spree
Target is the latest major retailer to announce broad price reductions as stubborn inflation continues to weigh on the budgets of everyday Americans. The box-store behemoth said Monday that it has already slashed prices on 1,500 popular products, including many grocery staples, with “thousands more price cuts” planned for the summer. In total, about 5,000 products will be discounted once the plan is in full effect.
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