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Although best known for being one of the largest airlines in the world, American Airlines also boasts one of the oldest airline mileage programs ever created.

The AAdvantage program has changed significantly since being launched in 1981. However, it remains one of the most rewarding mileage programs around.

Curious about the best way to use your AA miles? Let’s first recap how the American Airlines mileage program works and then highlight some of the best uses of AA miles.

Basics of American Airlines AAdvantage miles

American Airlines stands out from its competition in still publishing some sort of award mileage chart.

For award flights on American Airlines, the airline now only lists a starting price with no upper bound on just how high the award price could go.

However, American Airlines publishes a fixed award chart for award flights on partners. Award rates vary based on the region you’re departing from, the region you’re flying to, the class of service you’re booking and sometimes even the partner you’re flying on.

Flight distance doesn’t play a factor in award pricing.

Unlike Delta SkyMiles and — to a lesser extent — United MileagePlus, American Airlines awards aren’t as closely tied to the cash price of a flight. That means you can still find outsized value on American Airlines flights.

However, due to its predictable pricing, partner award flights are generally the best use of American Airlines miles. Let’s take a look at some of the best uses of your AA miles.

Best American Airlines Sweet Spots

1. Domestic American Airlines awards from 6,000 miles

The American Airlines award chart now shows one-way domestic awards starting at 7,500 miles in economy or 15,000 miles in business class. However, in practice, American Airlines still prices domestic economy awards as cheap as 6,000 miles each way.

And these bargain-basement rates aren’t just limited to short flights. For example, you can fly from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, across the country to Burbank, California for just 6,000 miles.

If you booked the same flight using cash, you’d need to pay $295 for a standard economy flight — the most comparable cash fare to award tickets. That means you’re getting almost 5 cents per mile from this mileage redemption. That’s more than three times NerdWallet’s valuation of 1.5 cents per AAdvantage mile.

2. American Airlines awards to Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America

American Airlines awards to Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America now start at just 10,000 AAdvantage miles each way in economy or 20,000 miles in business class. That’s an excellent price for flights that can cost hundreds of dollars.

These award rates aren’t available during peak travel times. However, travelers with a flexible travel schedule may find pretty widespread pricing at this rate.

3. Off-peak and low-season awards to Europe

American Airlines no longer publishes an off-peak award chart for its own flights. However, you can still book off-peak awards to Europe on partners for 22,500 miles each way.

Even better, you can currently book awards on American Airlines between the U.S. and Europe for 42,000 miles round-trip. Note that you’ll need to book a round-trip to get this rate. American Airlines charges 25,000 miles each way if you book two one-way flights.

4. Award flights to Morocco — or beyond into Europe

If you used American Airlines’ award chart as a reference, you might fail a geography test. That’s because American Airlines treats Morocco as a part of Europe. That’s a good thing for travelers as it means you can fly to Morocco for as few as 22,500 miles in economy or 57,500 miles in business class.

Comparatively, awards to Africa cost 40,000 miles in economy or 75,000 miles in business class. Unfortunately, that’s the price you’ll get stuck paying if you connect onward from Casablanca into other parts of Africa — even on a short onward flight to Tunis, Tunisia.

Treating Morocco as part of Europe means that you can also connect through Casablanca on the way to “other” European destinations for no additional mileage cost. This gives American Airlines travelers another way to fly across the Atlantic without paying high taxes and fees on British Airways.

5. Qatar Qsuite to the Maldives or other parts of the Indian Subcontinent

Qatar Qsuite is widely regarded as one of the best business class products in the world. And one of the least-expensive ways to experience it for yourself is by booking with American Airlines miles.

Nonstop flights from the U.S. to Doha, Qatar cost 40,000 miles in economy or 70,000 miles in Qatar Qsuite business class. Even better, you can connect onward to destinations throughout the Middle East or Indian Subcontinent for no additional miles.

You can stretch this award price to its limits by flying to India, Nepal, Sri Lanka or even the Maldives.

6. Flying Japan Airlines to Japan or Korea

Lastly, we would be remiss not to discuss American Airlines’ partnership with Japan Airlines. AAdvantage members can book travel on Japan Airlines between the U.S. and Japan at the following rates:

  • 35,000 miles each way in economy.

  • 50,000 miles each way in premium economy.

  • 60,000 miles each way in business class.

  • 80,000 miles each way in first class.

Japan Airlines provides a top-notch experience in all cabins, making any of these four options potentially a good deal. Business and first class especially stand out as amazing opportunities for using AA miles.

With that said, premium cabin award availability can be especially hard to find between the U.S. and Japan. On dates where there is any award availability, you’ll often find just one seat available.

Earning AAdvantage Miles

American Airlines offers dozens of ways to earn AAdvantage miles. At last count, we found 32 ways — including:

  • Flying on American Airlines or its partners.

  • Booking hotels through AAdvantage partners.

  • Spending on an AAdvantage credit card.

  • Shopping through the eShopping portal.

  • Earning through saving with Bask Bank, and so many more.

One of the biggest limitations of the American Airlines AAdvantage program is its lack of transfer partners.

Of the five major transfer point programs, American Airlines only partners with Marriott Bonvoy. You’ll get one AAdvantage mile for every three Marriott Bonvoy points transferred.

If you’re looking for the best use of AA miles

American Airlines offers a diverse range of ways to use AAdvantage miles for good value — from 6,000-mile domestic awards to flying some of the best business- and first-class products in the world for a reasonable mileage rate.

The best use of AA miles just depends on where you want to go.

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Retail lender Guild Mortgage announced Monday that Mary Ann McGarry is retiring from the CEO position in late June, remaining on the California-based lender’s board of directors after retirement. Terry Schmidt, Guild’s current president, is the successor. 

McGarry joined Guild in 1984 as a supervisor in internal audit and held several leadership positions until promoted to president in 2005 and CEO in 2007. She led the company from its base in the western U.S. to become a nationwide lender with operations in 49 states. 

In 2016, McGarry was recognized as one of HousingWire’s Women of Influence, and honored as a HousingWire Vanguard in both 2017 and in 2022. Under her leadership, Guild developed a specialty in serving first-time homebuyers, introducing innovative low down-payment programs and helping active duty and retired military personnel secure VA loans.

McGarry has also led the lender through several acquisitions of late, including Cherry Creek Mortgage, Inlanta Mortgage and Legacy Mortgage. In an interview with HousingWire in October, she said the shift from a refinance boom to a purchase market will leave some mortgage lenders and loan officers with only two options: “Consolidate or exit the business.”

McGarry, who started at Guild when female mortgage executives were rare, rapidly became a leader in the company, going from managing six people to 90 by the time she was in her late 20s. She became adept at spotting and growing talent, including Schmidt, her successor.

“My first hire at Guild, more than 38 years ago, is now the president and a partner,” McGarry said at HW Annual in October. “She’s amazing and everyone in my internal audit group is still with the company today in a leadership position. Three of them are partners. It’s proof that empowering your colleagues and having confidence in them as well as yourself is important.”

In 2010, McGarry worked with her team to create the Guild Giving Program, which encourages employees to donate their time to worthy causes in their own communities. Beneficiaries have included domestic violence shelters, Habitat for Humanity, the Navy SEAL Foundation and the Children’s Cancer Association.

In addition, Guild became one of the first IMBs to support the Mortgage Bankers Association‘s Open Doors Foundation, which provides mortgage and rental assistance to parents of critically ill or injured children.

McGarry will continue to receive her current base salary and other benefits until the effective retirement date. It includes the eligibility for a cash bonus with a target amount of 150% of her salary, prorated for a partial year of service as CEO, according to filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). 

McGarry’s salary for 2021 was $600,000, and her total compensation reached $3.2 million. (There’s no public information about 2022.) As a non-employee member of Guild’s board of directors, she will receive cash and equity compensation, including a $50,000 annual cash retainer, according to a 14A filing.  

Schmidt, president since August 2020, will be the CEO effective July 1. The SEC filings show her base salary will increase from $600,000 to $675,000, and her target bonus will go from 125% to 150% of her base salary. Schmidt will also receive an award of restricted stock units valued at $500,000 on July 1, 2023.  

Guild’s executive vice president David Neylan, who joined the company in 2007, will replace Schmidt as president. He will continue as Guild’s chief operating officer.

“Guild has been a remarkable growth story since McCarthy Capital invested alongside Mary Ann, Terry, and other Guild partners in a management buyout of the company from its founder in 2007,” said Patrick Duffy, chairman of the board, in a statement. 

Guild posted a net income of $328 million in 2022 despite posting a loss of $15 million in the fourth quarter of the year. Net income rose 16% from the previous year’s $283.8 million. 

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It’s important to understand your rights as a renter.

The landlord-tenant relationship is complex. Each party’s responsibilities can vary by city, state and lease agreement. But federal, local and state laws secure renters’ rights.

The first step in exercising your tenants’ rights is to understand what those rights (and the laws that protect them) actually are. The second is to learn how to take action if someone violates your rights.

In this guide:

The right to fair housing

The Fair Housing Act of 1968 makes it illegal for landlords to discriminate based on race, sex, age, religion, nationality, family status or mental or physical disability. The Fair Housing Act applies to most rental units. There are exceptions for small rental properties, private clubs and religious organizations.

The law protects current renters and prospective tenants from discrimination for any of the reasons listed above. This discrimination can take many forms.

Federal Fair Housing Act protections

Sex, race, family status, age, religion, disability or national origin are examples of protected classes under the FHA. Landlords can’t refuse to rent to or negotiate with someone because of their protected status. They can’t set different terms or conditions, ask a renter to move out or force them to pay different fees or higher rent.

It’s against the law to state that only renters with particular physical and mental abilities or familial status can rent an apartment. The same goes for people of a certain age, race, sex or nationality. This applies to verbal statements and advertising, too. It’s also illegal for landlords to harass, intimidate, bribe or interfere with a renter’s right to equitable accommodation.

Definition of familial status

A landlord can’t refuse to rent to families with kids under 18 or discriminate against people seeking custody of children under 18. Landlords can’t deny legal guardians or pregnant women a home unless there’s a legal reason to do so.

Definition of sex

It’s against the law to only rent to men or women. Landlords also can’t discriminate because of a renter’s sexual orientation or gender identity. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offers resources, especially for LGBTQ+ renters.

Other protected classes

Certain state laws extend additional protections. Some make it illegal to discriminate because a renter receives alimony, child support or public assistance. Others ban discrimination based on physical characteristics like tattoos and piercings.

Search by state to learn about the laws in your area. If someone violates your rights, contact an organization on this list, reach out to an attorney or law firm or file a claim with HUD.

Rights for disabled tenants

The FHA and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protect renters with physical and mental disabilities. Under these laws, landlords must provide safe and accessible rental homes to residents with disabilities.

The ADA requires that common spaces are accessible. The FHA requires that most apartments, rental homes and condos built after March 13, 1991, include wheelchair-accessible doors, hallways and living spaces. Homes built before that date must have grab rails, accessible outlets and light switches, TTY phone systems, visual alarms and other accessible features put in place. Learn more about your rights in our accessible apartment guide.

If a landlord won’t rent to you or refuses to make reasonable accommodations so you can live in your home, you could file a complaint. Contact a Fair Housing Assistance Program (FHAP) or file a claim with HUD. Hiring an attorney with experience in discrimination claims can increase your chance of success.

The right to a habitable home

You have the right to a habitable home. That means the home you rent is a clean, safe space with access to heat and water. It’s structurally sound and free from pests.

A habitable home isn’t a threat to your physical health. A landlord must provide working safety measures like fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide and smoke detectors and fire alarms in your apartment. Most states require landlords to tell renters about environmental hazards like asbestos or mold before signing a lease.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and HUD also require landlords to tell prospective renters about lead paint in buildings built before 1978. Both parties must acknowledge the presence of lead paint in writing before the tenants move in. Landlords aren’t obligated to remove lead-based paint, just acknowledge it.

In most other cases, the landlord or property management team is responsible for removing toxins and making the rental home safe to live in. This doesn’t apply to damage caused by the current tenant.

Tenant rights include access to timely repairs and maintenance. A landlord will often include a timeframe for completing repairs. The lease may provide additional details about timing.

The right to privacy and notice for landlord visits

This is one of the most common landlord-tenant issues. Thankfully, renters’ rights are quite clear on the subject.

A landlord or property owner might own your apartment, but they can’t just barge in whenever they want. Landlords can only enter under certain circumstances. These include making or assessing repairs and showing rental units to insurance or mortgage professionals and prospective renters.

Landlords don’t need permission to enter during emergency situations like a fire or natural disaster. They can also come in if they think a tenant abandoned an apartment.

Most states require a landlord to give advance notice before entering an apartment, usually 24-48 hours. Rental agreements may provide more details.

Tenants have the right to request another date or time for a landlord’s visit. But they can’t deny them access if they have a valid reason to enter.

The right to fair credit reporting

The Fair Credit Reporting Act of 1970 gives renters the right to know what’s in their credit reports. If a property manager or landlord rejects your application, they have to disclose where they got the information. They also have to tell you how to contact the issuer. You just need to request this information from your landlord in writing.

This protects tenant rights because landlords have to provide evidence of bad credit. They can’t just deny your application for no reason. It can also catch clerical errors and alert you to possible identity theft.

Rights regarding notice of evictions

Evictions are one of the most difficult landlord-tenant issues. Landlords can legally evict a tenant for several reasons. These include nonpayment of rent, violating the terms of the rental agreement, significant property damage and failing to move out after a lease ends. The eviction process and eviction laws vary from state to state.

A landlord must follow the law in their state. Renters have the right to receive an eviction notice that details the reason for eviction. It must also provide a time frame for the eviction process. Residents should respond in writing and offer a solution that resolves the problem, if possible. (Eviction resources are available.) Once an eviction goes to court, the process is more difficult to stop.

If landlord-tenant communication breaks down and the issue isn’t resolved, the case goes to eviction court. If bad landlords try to evict tenants without an eviction court order, renters can get damages. Contact a lawyer or law firm immediately.

An eviction can damage your credit and make it hard to find a home in a safe location. Hiring a lawyer can help.

“Nationwide, only 10 percent of tenants are able to secure representation in eviction cases, compared to 90 percent of landlords,” Emily Benfer of the Princeton University Eviction Lab explains. “Where tenants are not represented, the vast majority lose their case.”

The right to recover a security deposit

Renters also have the right to have their security deposit returned at the end of a lease. Many rental agreements require security deposits to fix damage caused by residents or a pet. Security deposits are also used to cover incomplete rent payments.

Landlords can use a security deposit to fix the damaged rental unit or to pay off unpaid rent. But they need to provide the renter with an itemized list of expenses for which the landlord used the security deposit. They also need to return the unused portion of the security deposit to the tenant.

A renter should know local laws since some states limit how you can use security deposits and how large they are. Certain security deposits (like pet security deposits) aren’t refundable. Check your lease for the details.

The right to quiet enjoyment

Residents have the right to quiet enjoyment, called “Covenant of Quiet Enjoyment” in a lease. It guarantees residents the right to enjoy their rental property without “substantial interference” from a landlord.

If a landlord starts hammering nails in the middle of the night or fails to enforce quiet hours or no-smoking rules, they could be in violation. Refusing to repair a rental unit until it becomes uninhabitable, revving engines or throwing loud parties would be a violation, too.

A renter who can prove their landlord acted in bad faith could earn monetary damages or a full or partial rent refund. A lawyer who specializes in landlord-tenant issues will be an important ally.

Protect your rights

Now that you’ve reviewed your rights, you understand the protections provided by the law and your lease. If you’re a victim of discrimination or another legal issue, there’s more work ahead.

You may need to report a renters’ rights violation or file a landlord-tenant dispute. You might need to file a claim, challenge an eviction or take legal action.

Read the rental agreement

If you’re not sure if your landlord has violated your tenants’ rights, re-read your lease carefully. It can provide evidence to support your case or clarify a legal issue.

In a perfect world, you received a copy of your lease when you signed it. Some states must provide a copy of your lease agreement after you move in and after every annual renewal.

Otherwise, you can request a copy of your rental agreement from your landlord or management company in writing. That’s a good habit to get into for all landlord-tenant communications.

Document everything

Get everything in writing when documenting a legal issue. You need clear evidence and an organized system for keeping track of all the details.

“Documentation is important, whether you’re talking to a lawyer, going through the court system or going through a housing discrimination case,” says Kelly Gorz, Associate Director of High Plains Fair Housing Center in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

“Keep track of any kind of communication you have with your landlord — any emails, texts, receipts. Keep a notebook. If you talk to them in person, write down the date, what you asked for and what they said. Take pictures at move-in and walk-out. Take videos. Definitely don’t pay in cash. Make sure you have some kind of record of payment, whether that’s a check or certified mail.”

Study tenant rights in your state

Legal protections for renters vary widely by state and territory. They can even vary from city to city, so research the laws in your location thoroughly.

“Contact local fair housing offices and your city planning and development offices, too,” suggests Gorz. “They are very connected to their local community resources.”

Renters in HUD housing can call 1-800-MULTI-70 (1-800-685-8470). Assistance is available in English and Spanish. HUD also details tenant rights organizations and services by state and territory.

Some state attorney general websites also have information for renters. Enter your state to learn if yours is one of them.

Report discrimination to a partner agency

Reporting discrimination can feel overwhelming. Filing a claim with a community organization that specializes in FHA issues can make the process feel more manageable.

A renter can usually work directly with an organization in its own state. Staff members serve as advocates for renters who are filing an FHA claim, facing an eviction notice or dealing with another legal issue. Some can provide a lawyer or other legal services, while others provide free education and outreach.

Report FHA violations to HUD on the phone

Renters can also report housing discrimination complaints directly to HUD by calling 1-800-669-9777. The TTY is 1-800-927-9275. It’s always free to call.

Provide your name and address, as well as the name and address of the person who discriminated against you. Include the date the violation occurred, the address of the rental property and a brief description of the incident.

If HUD finds evidence of discrimination against a renter and the case goes to court, HUD will provide a lawyer for free. A renter can also retain their own attorney.

Report discrimination to HUD in writing

Tenants can also provide these details in writing. File an online complaint in Spanish or English on the HUD website.

Or, download this form and mail or email it to the closest regional office. The form is also available in Arabic, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Somali, Cambodian and Vietnamese.

Retain an attorney

If you’ve been a victim of discrimination, you’ll need a lawyer that specializes in discrimination cases. If you’re challenging an eviction or you’re in the middle of a landlord-tenant dispute, select an experienced landlord-tenant attorney.

Free legal help is also available. Search by state to find a pro bono attorney or law firm in your area.

Challenge unmade repairs

If a landlord doesn’t make necessary repairs or the apartment is uninhabitable, renters have options. First, submit a request for repairs in writing and document any response.

Next, check your city and state’s maintenance laws. Information is often available at the local housing or building authority office. The health departments or fire stations might also provide help.

If the problem violates building or health codes or the apartment isn’t safe to live in, contact local authorities. Inspectors may order the landlord to fix the problem.

Knowledge is power

Every renter should know and understand their rights. That’s the first step to preserving them. And if your landlord violates your rights are violated, take the necessary steps to resolve the issues so you can enjoy a safe and happy home.

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Lots of movies can be recognizable by some of their most quotable lines, whether they’re spoken by antagonists or protagonists. So with this, we have listed the top 11 movie one-liners that are too good not to remember: 

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1. Terminator 2

A Redditor shared this line from one of the most famous movies of all time, Terminator, “Hasta la vista, Baby.” One also commented with another line from the movie, “I’ll be back….” Another added, [That’s] literally the first thing I thought about when reading the post.”

2. Toy Story 

One user said, “To infinity and beyond!” Another Redditor added, “HE’S NOT FLYING! He’s just falling…with style.” “There’s a snake in my boots!” replied one. Another shared, “So long… Partner.”

3. The Sixth Sense 

One commenter posted, “I see dead people.” Another commenter identified the movie just from that line, “Sixth sense, if I’m not mistaken. Extremely good, I just saw it a few weeks ago.” One user also said, “It was before I was informed of it as well. It caught me by complete surprise.”

4. Truman

“Good morning, and in case I don’t see ya, good afternoon, good evening, and goodnight!” one Reddit user posted. Another one replied, “That movie is such a gem.” One also commented, “And it’s timeless; you could see it at the premiere, and you could see it now for the first time, and it would still make total sense.”

5. The Shining

A Redditor posted, “Here’s Johnny!”. One unknowingly replied, “All I need is a title…” Another commented, “Can’t murder now, eating.”

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6. Harry Potter

Another user commented, “Yer a wizard, Harry.” and one replied,”  I’m a wot?” Another user also shared,” A WIZAHD.” 

Someone replied,” But I’m jus’ ‘Arry!” 

A Reddit user then ended with,” Well “jus’ ‘Arry,” yer a wizahd!”

7. Taken

Almost every user expects this one-liner from this movie, as one of the Reddit users posted, “I will find you… And I will kill you….” 

A user replied, “I feel like the “very particular set of skills” part is the more iconic part.” Another one added, “Good luck…” while a user shared, “The most satisfying scene is when Mr. “Good Luck,” was the one Bryan strapped into the electric chair to interrogate him, and then keeping his word, once he had his intel he left the room with the switch thrown, leaving the scumbag to fry!”

8. Sparta

One user commented,” “THIS… IS… SPARTA!!!” Another replied, “Loved that episode of Frasier.”

9. The Lord of the Rings

One Redditor exclaimed online, “YOU. SHALL. NOT. PASS!!!!” Another user then replied, “GANDAAALFFF!!!”

10. Snakes on a Plane

A sharer commented, “I HAVE HAD IT WITH THESE MOTHERF***G SNAKES ON THIS MOTHERF***G PLANE!” Another user commented, “I have had it with these monkey fighting snakes on this Monday to Friday plane!”

11. Home Alone 2

One Reddit user posted, “Keep the change, ya filthy animal.” Another one then responded, “That’s a tricky one, though. Could be a quote from a movie within a movie.” 

One user also shared, “I think we’re getting scammed by a kindy-gartner.”

Source: Reddit.

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Rugs that have your back through life’s messes.

When decorating your space, you don’t have to sacrifice convenience for style. Machine-washable rugs are here to prove just that.

With various materials, patterns and sizes to choose from, you can easily find one that suits your taste, fits your room and is life-proof. Whether you need a rug for a bustling living room or a cozy bedroom, these rugs add a touch of flair and save you the hassle of difficult cleaning.

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A great living room decorating tip is selecting a statement piece to decorate around. This can be any piece of furniture, a rug or canvas art that breaks apart the neutrality of other decor pieces while bringing out your unique style.

The VK Living Vintage Rug will not only make your living room vibrant but is sure to withstand the wear and tear of kids, pets and accidental messes. Available in other colors and sizes, this rug perfectly balances durability with style options for your personal taste.

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In minimalist design, each element in the space must be meticulously considered for its individual merit and its relation to the whole design. When it comes to breaking up the monotony, geometric patterns are a must to incorporate in the space.

This washable rug from nuLOOM is neutral while visually interesting. No need to worry about pet stains: You can throw this rug into a regular cold wash cycle to return it back to its original, polished state.

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Cooking is a labor of love. Some dishes take longer than others and some are messier than others. In these instances, it’s helpful to have a comfy rug to stand on that can handle a few splatters of food.

The solution for your kitchen is LEEVAN’s Washable Kitchen Rugs. Available in five stylish colors, this rug is the perfect partner for your kitchen when it comes to practicality and finesse.

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Barbiecore has taken over the design world following the release and reception of the Barbie movie. Incorporating pink into your decor can feel overwhelming since pink is a vibrant statement color. A great place to start is smaller pieces like placemats and art canvases to ease your way into the pink color scheme.

Try the Wonnitar Modern Ombre Small Rug as a bath placemat or small bedside runner. This washable pink accent rug is sure to withstand wear while turning your room or bathroom into a Barbie-themed haven.

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Whether you’re channeling your inner coastal grandmother or actually living shoreside, decorating with the beach in mind is enjoyable. In your decor search, it’s important to consider a rug that can withstand the temperament and changes in the weather alongside life’s everyday messes as well.

The Tritard Coastal Sea Turtles Area Rug is sure to keep relaxation at the forefront of your mind with its combination of durability and cuteness. Also available in other beachy patterns and sizes, this stain-resistant rug is perfect indoors or outdoors.

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Loving the pets in your life is easy, it’s the clean-up that’s hard. The messes of a pet are unpredictable and it’s important, as a pet owner, to buy pieces that can withstand the wear and tear caused by our beloved animals.

The Ophanie Machine Washable Rug is not only soft and comfy but is machine washable, perfect for unpredictable but inevitable accidents. Additionally, this rug comes in six color options and is slip-resistant, adding to its durability and pet-friendly repertoire.

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There are some rooms that don’t have a specific shape or purpose, leaving the window of creativity wide open. A unique room, like a sunroom, sitting room or office even, calls for a unique rug.

This HEBE Boho Round Area Rug is the perfect addition to your undefined room. Whether you’re reading a book or working on a project, this washable rug under your feet is sure to provide comfort and happiness through its distinctive bohemian flair.

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The one room that requires the most color and vibrancy is arguably the kiddo’s room. This space should inspire creativity, enhance moods and reflect a child-like fun feel through decor. What makes decorating a kid’s space difficult is making sure the furniture and finishings are stain-resistant or easily washable.

The child-proof Lahome Pink Carpet is perfect for brightening up a room while offering peace of mind. The washable rug is available in other colors and is a parent’s functional favorite.

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An often-forgotten decor item is a runner rug. Runner rugs lay in slimmer aisleways and hallways, standing as a focal point where other furniture may not fit. These runners, while slender, tend to be attention-grabbing.

This stunning YOUFORTONG Runner Rug is perfect for your doorway. It’s guaranteed to leave a lasting impression on guests as they enter the home and as they say their goodbyes. While it’s sure to collect quite a bit of tread due to its placement, it’s machine washable and durable.

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Spooky season is upon us and for those who love to lean into the festive spirit, themed decorations are an absolute must. Since holidays like Halloween come once a year, it’s important the decorations are washable after sitting in storage until their time to shine rolls around.

This funky Estmy Spider Web Halloween Rug is the perfect festive piece to get into the spooky spirit. Also nonslip, this rug is sure to stay put through Halloween stories and fireside tales.

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Death may be a natural part of life, but it still catches us off guard. Even when we hear about the passing of our favorite celebrities we’re left with disbelief and heartache. This post will take you on an emotional rollercoaster as we look back at 13 celebrities who died way too soon and sent shockwaves through their fans all over the world.

1. Alan Rickman

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“Alan Rickman,” one Redditor commented.

Another user shared, “I heard once that he was the only one who knew Snape’s ending because Rowling told him so that he could play the character more accurately. And the director used to get angry, but Rickman knew he was doing it right. I don’t think it’s true, but I like to think so.”

One user added, “I think it was that he asked her ‘What’s something important about Snape that no one else knows?’ Whe told him he was in love with Harry’s mom. Apparently, this heavily influenced his performance from the start.”

2. Anton Yelchin

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One user posted, “Anton Yelchin. He was so young and had such a bright future, and for him to die in such a senseless way was heartbreaking. I still think about it.”

Another commenter replied, “All because of a faulty car.”

3. Grant Imahara

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“Grant Imahara,” one user shared.

One user replied, “The Grant Imahara award they give out on BattleBots is a great tribute to him.”

Another user commented, “This is going to sound stupid, but he had an open Facebook account, and I added him; it turns out we shared a birthday; he even posted on my wall one time for it.”

One commenter responded, “It doesn’t sound stupid. It sounds awesome.”

4. Chris Cornell

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One user added, “Chris Cornell.”

A second replied, “Black Hole Sun, ‘no one sings like you anymore,’ hits differently now.”

Another user shared, “This one hurt the most. I grew up with his voice, and the worst part was the reminder that you can never outrun your demons, and they can still show up at any age. His voice could always break my heart, but now more than ever.”

5. Norm Macdonald

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“Norm Macdonald. Came out of nowhere, such a unique comedian,” one user shared.

Another commenter replied, “I didn’t even know he was sick.”

One Redditor added, “At least he went out killing the cancer too. I call that a draw.”

Another user responded, “One of the funniest norm bits, IMO. Especially after knowing he had cancer when he wrote it.”

6. Phil Hartman

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“Phil Hartman,” commented one user.

Another user shared, “Yeah man… saw Andy Dick on tv last night, f- that guy.”

“Remember hearing about Jon Lovitz laying the smackdown on Andy? Yeah, I’d like to see the video,” one user replied. 

7. Steve Irwin

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One user commented, “My favorite thing was I was mad at the stingray taking him out. Saw another dude who posted a fist at an aquarium saying he should beat up sting rays to let them know Steve Irwin still got shooters out here. Then he posted another picture with his hand to the same sting rays and said, ‘That’s not what Steve Irwin taught me.’”

Another Redditor replied, “I remember seeing a post somewhere some time ago saying that Steve is probably in Heaven now patting that stingray and apologizing to it for startling it and saying ‘No hard feelings mate’ and that made me cry again. It’s definitely him.”

8. Carrie Fisher

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“Carrie Fisher followed by her mom, Debbie Reynolds, the next day,” one user exclaimed.

Another user responded, “Man, that was a terrible year. Carrie Fisher, Debbie Reynolds, David Bowie, Prince, Leonard Cohen….”

One commenter added, “The way that year started with David Bowie, then a week later Alan Rickman really set us up for depression. George Michael going on Christmas Day, and Carrie Fisher to end the year was brutal.”

9. Cameron Boyce 

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One user posted, “Cameron Boyce—grew up with Jessie playing now and then. Awful to lose someone so young.”

Another user replied, “This was my answer too. I’m older, but I watched Jesse with my kids, and we LOVED the Descendants movies!! He was so young and multi-talented. He had a great career ahead of him, and I feel for his family.”

10. Heath Ledger

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“Heath Ledger,” one user said.

Another user replied, “The career this man was about to have.”

One Redditor commented, “Same. I had always appreciated him as a teen and then loved the leading man he was turning into heading into my twenties. His death was so surprising and sad.”

11. Anthony Bourdain

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One user mentioned, “Anthony Bourdain.”

Another user shared, “That was a gut punch. Even worse that it was suicide.”

One commenter replied, “I don’t usually hold celebrities—people I don’t know—in admiration, but I absolutely did with Anthony Bourdain. He seems like he tricked the world into letting him live his best life while paying him handsomely for it. And in doing so, he injected some much-needed humanitarian perspective into often-forgotten parts of the world.

“‘Travel isn’t always pretty. It isn’t always comfortable. Sometimes it hurts; it even breaks your heart. But that’s OK. The journey changes you; it should change you. It leaves marks on your memory, on your consciousness, on your heart, and your body. You take something with you. Hopefully, you leave something good behind.’

That his death was a suicide—and knowing that he, like me—suffered with anxiety and depression, made this one a blow that really, really hurt.”

One Redditor added, “It’s interesting that everyone was jealous of the lifestyle he seemed to have on his shows. Traveling to incredible destinations and learning about new cultures is something a ton of people were envious of. But he did one interview where he talked about how grueling the schedule was for him. I remember when he talked about the fact that he was rarely home long enough for him to do a whole load of laundry. That always stuck with me,” one user commented.

One Redditor commented, “That was the reason why his second wife, Ottavia, divorced him. During an interview, she said she still loved him and would always love him, but being without a partner for 8 months out of the year wasn’t the life she wanted anymore.”

12. Chris Benoit

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One Redditor posted, “[Chris] Benoit. I was a huge fan of his for a very long time and followed his whole career. I had no idea he could do something like that; it was horrifying.”

One user commented, “I remember watching the WWE tribute to him before the circumstances were revealed. They were doing a storyline in which Vince ‘died’ then to see him the following week with everyone one stage was odd. The news was crazy. Even more so later.”

13.  Chadwick Boseman

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One user answered, “Chadwick Boseman. No one really had any idea of his struggle with cancer and only knew him as a beefed-up Black Panther. Dude was a Marvel Superhero, for crying out loud, then one day… gone.”

Another user agreed, “Same here. It was a shock for sure.”

One Redditor added, “That death really hit me hard. It still does to this day—one of the few deaths that made me break down crying. He wasn’t only a comic book hero. He was a hero for so many black children (even adults like myself) because seeing ourselves represented in such a positive and impactful way invoked so much pride. Because I had most of what I needed, I went as Killmonger for Halloween after that movie came out!

“That movie hit differently for the black community, so his death was devastating. To know he was battling that cancer while he was filming Black Panther, while also visiting children with terminal cancer, just… Ugh… We lost a good one. RIP.” 

One user shared, “That one hit my son hard. We’re actually white, but Black Panther was his absolute favorite superhero and still is. And that was such a significant relief to me. As a parent, particularly in a rural area, I’m always concerned that he may pick up bad ideas from kids at school or wherever. While I don’t think it should be necessary, Black Panther was a great representative of positivity for the black community, and for my white son to have a black superhero as his favorite gave me quite a bit of relief that he’s not picking up racist ideas from his peers.

“When I told my son what happened, he teared up. He didn’t cry, but he’s still bummed to this day about him dying.”

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Adam Wiener, Redfin’s president of real estate services, is leaving the brokerage after nearly 16 years of service, CEO Glenn Kelman announced in an email sent to employees on Tuesday. His last day at the company will be Friday, Sept. 8.

During his tenure, Wiener first served as a product manager for agent tools. He then went on to run the partner program, analytics, marketing and a variety of new businesses. Finally, he was in charge of Redfin real estate services revenue.

The next step for Wiener remains unknown; however, Kelman says that he is confident that he will continue to be successful.

“Within a year, Adam will probably be running his own show at another company also poised to conquer the world. He has long been ready to do that,” wrote Kelman in an email. 

Kelman acknowledged that Wiener’s departure would be a loss for Redfin, calling him one of the “most hard-working and creative folks you’ll ever meet.” 

While no other executive announcements were made, Kelman said that Wiener’s departure would yield new opportunities for current Redfin leaders. The company will not be hiring an executive to replace Wiener.

“Redfin will keep changing. We couldn’t keep doing things the way we’ve done with Adam, and we shouldn’t try. Change is necessary and good,” said Kelman. 

Furthermore, Wiener will continue to serve as an advisor to Redfin until June 1, 2024, GeekWire reported. His severance package will include $450,000, or 12 months of his base salary; $84,375, which is 25% of his target annual bonus; and $18,910 for one year of health insurance premiums.

Kelman closed his memo by expressing his optimism for the year to come while acknowledging Redfin’s steady recovery from the housing downturn. 

In a housing market with elevated mortgage rates and low inventory, Redfin’s second quarter revenue was $275.6 million, a decrease of 21% compared to the second quarter of 2022. It also went through a number of layoffs in the last year.

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