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Economy Is Improving, but Recession Risk, Inflation Still Hover

It seems inflation is, indeed, being tamed. But it’s still uncertain whether the U.S. is in the clear or if a potential downturn is ahead.

15 Best-Paying States for Women in Construction

These places pay women in construction the most.

Talking turkey about Black Friday savings

Were you imagining a thermos of hot coffee, maybe even a sleeping bag or tent to protect you from the elements as you camp out for hot Black Friday deals?

Maybe you enjoy the mad rush of adrenaline you get when you spot and lunge for the last remaining iPad that’s on sale at an improbable price.

Or maybe, just maybe, you actually prefer to avoid all that frenzy and sit at home in peace and quiet while your fingers do some serious shopping on Cyber Monday.

January’s strong jobs report could spell trouble for the housing market

The labor market started 2023 with a bang, which could spell trouble for the housing market as the Fed tries to control inflation this year.

Motorcycle Helmet Laws by State

In most states, you are not legally required to wear a helmet when you ride a motorcycle. But just because you can go helmet-free doesn’t mean you should. There are plenty of reasons to wear a motorcycle helmet regardless of the laws in your state, and we’ll go over those in a minute. First, it’s […]

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Are You House Poor?

Being house poor means you’re spending the majority of your income on housing expenses. Whether you rent or own, you shouldn’t be spending more than 30 percent of your monthly income on your mortgage or rent, utilities, insurance, and any other costs that may accrue month-to-month. If you are, you may be considered house poor. 

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Why Are There So Many Big Lottery Jackpots?

Billion-dollar jackpots, once rare, have become commonplace in Powerball and Mega Millions lotteries.