Money
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What to Buy in July — and What to Skip
After the Fourth of July, retailers start setting their sights on fall, which makes July a good month to snatch up deals on certain summer items. July is also the height of fruit and vegetable season and has been designated the…
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Are You Vaccinated? Claim These Discounts and Freebies as a Reward
More Americans are getting their COVID-19 vaccinations every day, hopefully bringing us closer to the pandemic’s end. And while that should be incentive enough to get the shot, some companies and states are starting to sweeten the deal with freebies,…
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The Most and Least Educated States in America
Who’s smartest and who has the most education are not the same thing, but having a lot of educated people around does tend to help states thrive — for starters, because there are probably colleges and universities drawing people to…
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The Biggest House-Flipping Mistakes Newbies Make
Glorified by HGTV shows and personalities, house flipping is as tantalizing an idea as it’s been since the 1980s, when the combination of 24-hour cable channels, a recession, and real estate mania made renovating homes for quick sale seem like…
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These ’80s Collectibles Are Worth More Than You Think
It always feels great to discard your old, unwanted junk and then bask in your newly clutter-free space — until 10 or 20 years later, when you’re browsing through an antique store or online auction and realize those items you…
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Which Fruits and Veggies Go Bad the Quickest and Which Last the Longest?
With the pandemic’s ongoing effects on daily life, it seems like many of us are eating fewer fresh fruits and vegetables. “I’m hearing that is a struggle, yes,” says Seattle-based registered dietitian Ginger Hultin, a spokesperson for the Academy of…
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How Many Small Businesses Have Closed in Your State
The pandemic has been tough on pretty much everyone, but — no surprise here — small business owners have borne the economic brunt of more than a year of quarantines,…
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20 College-Town Restaurants That Are Worth a Splurge
Though college students have better meal options than they used to, most are still eating on a budget. That’s why parents love to treat them to dinner when they visit,…
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11 Barbie Dolls That Could Become Collector’s Items
It’s not difficult to find lists upon lists of Barbies that are already considered collector’s items. What’s harder is pinpointing which newer versions of the classic American doll are going…
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How to Create a Home Office From Ikea Under $200
If you’ve never wrestled with the demon that is working from home — as many more of us did over this past year — it can be a challenge. There are…
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12 Things We Can Learn From the Great Depression
No one really knows what the nation’s economy will look like as we emerge from 14 months of the coronavirus pandemic, but the occasional parallels with the Great Depression were…
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Barbershops, Bars, and Other Businesses on Wheels Across America
Food trucks revolutionized the dining industry and gave many business owners a marketplace when the costs or accompanying demands of traditional restaurants were prohibitive. Now other businesses have followed suit…
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Where to Donate for Racial Justice in Your State
As Americans reflect on the anniversary of George Floyd’s death, the push for racial justice and equity has become part of the national conversation in a way that few could…
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The Most Expensive Home for Sale in Every State
How much would you need in your bank account to snag the priciest home in each state? According to our research using Zillow, it could take anywhere from a “modest”…
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27 Big Celebrities Who’ve Had Tax Trouble
When it comes to the long arm of the IRS, no one is out of reach — and dozens of celebrities have found out the hard way. Even though many…
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Beautiful Homes for Sale With Detached Guest Houses
There are many reasons you may be looking for a home with a detached guest house. You may intend to rent it out for extra income. You may anticipate a…
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These Are the Most Reputable Companies, According to Boomers
Which companies do you hold in highest esteem? It may depend on your age. RepTrak, which gathers data to help companies understand how consumers perceive them, has released its annual…
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Chain Restaurants That Are Closing Locations — and Which Ones Could Be Next
The pandemic has touched off another sad chapter in the retail apocalypse, with big-name stores filing for bankruptcy at an unprecedented clip. Chain restaurants and cafes, though generally in better…
