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Written with artificial intelligence assistance. Residents across Mississippi are often looking for ways to save money on their insurance premiums, and the Mississippi Insurance Department (MID) has provided valuable insights into how homeowners and drivers can achieve just that.

Tips to Lower Your Insurance Premiums: Advice from the Mississippi Insurance Department

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Biscuitville, a North Carolina-based chain, has been named the No. 1 fast-food breakfast spot in the nation by USA Today's 10Best. This accolade comes after a month-long voting period where people across the country chose their favorite breakfast destinations.

North Carolina-based chain ranks No. 1 in the nation for fast-food breakfast. Here’s why

With interest rates sitting at more than two-decade highs and inflation continuing to bear down on consumers, big banks are preparing to face more risks from their lending practices. Suggested Reading. In the second quarter, JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo all raised their provisions for credit...

Banks are bracing for consumers to stop paying off their credit cards

Chicago, IL

A young Chicago lawyer met a tragic end after making a fatal mistake while having some fun at an office party. Reginald Tucker, 29, was enjoying an early Fourth of July party at the Schuyler Roche & Zwirner law firm where he worked in 1984. Around 50 people had attended the celebration. At about 11pm, after most of his colleagues had left, Reginald and another attorney decided to race each other down a corridor with a marble floor.

Chicago lawyer plunged 39 floors to his death after making fatal mistake during office party

Like a bike helmet, renters insurance is one of those things that you don’t think you actually need until you really need it — and by then it’s too late.

Things you didn’t know are covered under renters insurance

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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?

Ah, the dreaded roof insurance claim. Just the thought of dealing with insurance companies can make anyone’s head spin. But when your roof is damaged, it’s something you can’t ignore. Knowing what to do—and more importantly, what not to do—can make all the difference. Here are the most common mistakes people make during the roof insurance claim process and how you can avoid them.

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Filing a Roof Insurance Claim

Michigan State

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The Markup learned about the many ways you can save money on your car insurance and how insurers have built-in discounts that you could be taking advantage of and saving money on in the long run.

How to get a discount on your car insurance

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Retired and in need of health insurance? Check out our top part-time job picks that give retirees both coverage and flexibility.

8 Best Part-Time Jobs for Retirees Who Need Health Insurance

Raleigh, NC

Big cities are known for their hustle and bustle, drawing people in who crave excitement, variety, and entertainment. But bigger isn’t always better, or at least not for Raleigh, North Carolina.

North Carolina City Named The Most Boring Town in the State

Homeowners insurance is there to protect your finances. You might be surprised with this list of some of the things your homeowner's insurance might cover.

12 Things You May Be Surprised Home Insurance Covers

Editor's Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. The price of everything has skyrocketed recently, from groceries and property taxes to the gas in our cars. And speaking of cars, auto insurance has seen one of the largest spikes in cost. There was a 20.3% rate jump from...

6 Ways Seniors Can Save Money on Car Insurance

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Apple Valley News Now

Shopping for cheap car insurance can feel like hunting for Black Friday deals. You know what you want, but you have to compare different prices from different companies. And with each insurer using a unique pricing model, how can you really know when you’ve found the best deal?

5 Ways to Get Cheap Car Insurance

Hinds County, MS

A Mississippi Attorney has been charged with multiple Counts of introducing contraband into a Correctional Facility as well as consipiracy according to a press release from Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones.

Mississippi Attorney Charged with 3 Counts of Introducing Contraband into a Correctional Facility

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

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One million dollars has long been thought of as the ideal retirement nest egg, but the truth is that in many states, that won’t be enough to last through retirement for most people. The cost of living is on the rise and many people are now living multiple decades in retirement, so that $1 million may run out quicker than you think.

5 Southern States Where $1 Million in Retirement Savings Lasts the Longest

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According to Newsweek, millennials are driving a trend of young, self-made millionaires who break the mold of the traditional trust fund baby. Instead of relying on inherited wealth and old money,...

Top 5 States Where Rich Millennials Are Buying Homes, According to Real Estate Agents

Kiplinger

You might be surprised by the limits on what your homeowners policy covers, but there’s a reason for that, and there’s also something you can do about it.

Wait, My Homeowners Insurance Limits What?

The Associated Press

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 8, 2024-- Fidelity Investments ® today shared its 23 rd annual Retiree Health Care Cost Estimate, revealing that a 65-year-old retiring this year can expect to spend an average of $165,000 in health care and medical expenses throughout retirement 2. Fidelity’s 2024 estimate is up nearly 5% over 2023 and has more than doubled from its inaugural estimate in 2002. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240808840966/en/ (Photo: Business Wire)

Fidelity Investments® Releases 2024 Retiree Health Care Cost Estimate as Americans Seek Clarity Around Medicare Selection

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Expert advises Iowans to consider flood insurance

Many Iowa home owners are seeing their insurance premiums rise and some companies are refusing to insure some properties altogether. Sonya Sellmeyer, a consumer advocacy officer...

Expert advises Iowans to consider flood insurance

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