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Lower interest rates, better insurance coverage, and access to better credit cards are just a few of the benefits you can experience when establishing a good line of credit. In this post-pandemic world of car shortages, rising interest rates, and…

No matter if you’re a fancy scotch, cheap vodka, or tequila shots kind of person, pretty much every adult that doesn’t completely abstain from alcohol has a favorite type of liquor. But do liquor preferences vary across the country? In…

As a result of the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic and the wider geopolitical events of the last few years, Americans have changed the way they travel and the way they book their travel experience. Planning a trip without travel…

“Shark Tank” has taken the country by storm ever since its first season aired in 2009. In each episode, we witness promising entrepreneurs pitch their ideas to a panel of self-made, multi-millionaires (“sharks”) in the hopes of securing funding for…

“Cars” or “Cinderella?” “Moana” or “WALL-E?” “The Lion King” or “Toy Story?” Disney and Pixar have come out with tons of great movies, and there’s no denying that one of these might be your favorite. Are you passionate about one…

A savings account is necessary in 2024. In case of unexpected expenses and peace of mind, it’s nice to have a little money set aside. But many Americans struggle to save money every paycheck, and the thought of saving can…

Whether you’re traveling between states or need a quick last-minute dinner, nothing hits the spot quite like a bag of french fries paired with your favorite fast-food sauces. Foodies everywhere rejoice when fast-food restaurants offer an array of tantalizing dipping…

A credit card transaction is such an easy way to spend money. Just swipe, buy, and deal with the credit card bill in a month or so. But do you ever think about how much more money you spend when…

If you love the outdoors but don’t want to squat behind a tree when nature calls, then glamping is the perfect alternative for you! Besides proper bathroom facilities, luxury glamping can offer air conditioning, kitchens, and private outdoor hot tubs….

With credit card companies raking in a whopping $12 billion in late fees in 2020 alone,¹ we started wondering: what types of purchases are people putting on their credit cards? The allure of a credit card can be difficult to…

There is nothing more wholesome than gathering with friends and family for a backyard pool party. One person mans the grill, one makes the strawberry daiquiris, and one is on sunscreen duty. As the weather warms up and we’re in…

Whether you’ve worked in the food industry or not, friendly service is always appreciated. There’s even an unwritten rule about tipping: the better the service, the more generous your tip. The income of many who work as servers or bartenders…

The dreaded pre-9 a.m. flight: many of us aren’t strangers to it, and even if you make early morning flights regularly, does it ever truly get easier? If you’re like the majority of frequent flyers, one of the only things…

How early you’re supposed to get to the airport before a flight is something people have argued about for years. On the one hand, nobody wants to miss their flight, but on the other, it’s almost equally unappealing to sit…

We’ve compared the Discover Cash Back card to another popular card:

Spring is approaching rapidly, and the highlight of the season for many young college students is a spring break trip! But figuring out where to go for spring break can be a challenge in and of itself. Many stay in…

Road trip snacks: Many agree they’re a necessity for any drive that’s longer than an hour or 2. Passengers are often passionate about what they eat during road trips, and a lot of people stick with the same snacks for…

The way we pay has continued to change throughout the 21st century. With the introduction of online payments and digital wallets, the nature of financial transactions has rapidly shifted. In 2024, it’s almost unheard of for businesses to accept cash-only…

If you keep up with the Winter Olympics, chances are there’s at least 1 specific athlete or event that you make an effort to follow. Whether it’s Shaun White, the U.S. men’s hockey team, or figure skating in general, lots…

As travel is beginning to boom again, airlines have run into snags caused by labor shortages, vaccine and mask mandates, weather, and other various factors. This inspired us to look into which airlines have the best and worst customer service…

Purchasing tickets for air travel always comes with risks and unforeseen circumstances, such as stormy weather conditions and flight cancellations. In fact, Southwest and American have made headlines recently for canceling thousands of flights at the last minute, citing air…