Personal Finance

After a modest decline earlier this spring, gasoline prices are rising again the U.S., even though, by comparison, Americans pay far less per gallon than many other countries. Prices for a gallon of gasoline in the United States have been rising in recent weeks as Europe moves towards boycotting Russian oil and summer driving season… Continue reading Look Out! Gasoline Prices Are Going Up Again

Amid all the bad news in the real estate market, there is a silver lining, according to Realtor.com. But first, here’s a taste from the bucket of bad news. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.27% in the week ended May 5, a 12-year high, according to Freddie Mac. The rate increased from 5.1% a week earlier… Continue reading Housing: A Bit of Good News Sprouts Amid All the Bad

Whether you want an iPad Mini, Air or Pro, Amazon’s latest sale is offering savings on every model. Sale and iPad are two words that rarely go together, but Amazon is bridging the gap. Right now, you’ll find the entire iPad family discounted. Whether you’re in need of a new tablet or are searching for the… Continue reading Amazon is Having a Massive Sale on Every iPad

Real estate investments in recent months have hit the skids amid rampant inflation, soaring interest rates and fears of recession. The total return of the FTSE Nareit All Equity REITs index slumped 16.1% this year through May 9, worse than the S&P 500’s 15.9% total-return slide during that period. But for long-term investors, some real estate investment… Continue reading Three REITs Stand Strong Amid Slump: Morningstar’s Take

Working for yourself presents a host of benefits, such as never having to report to a boss and setting your own hours. It also carries a few added tax requirements, such as paying your taxes quarterly instead of with each paycheck as a W-2 employee would. Keep reading to learn answers to questions like, “Who… Continue reading A Guide to Paying Quarterly Taxes

For every American, there are 152 pieces of litter. Here’s how long they take to break down in the environment. For every American, there are 152 pieces of litter. Here’s how long they take to break down in the environment. It’s been more than 35 years since beer makers stopped using the pull tabs that… Continue reading How Long Does It Take for an Apple Core, a Coffee Cup or a Tire to Decompose?

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.27% in the week ended May 5, according to Freddie Mac. Buying a home continues to get more expensive. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.27% in the week ended May 5, a 12-year high, according to Freddie Mac. The rate increased from 5.1% a week earlier and 2.96% a year… Continue reading Housing Headache: Mortgage Rate Hits 12-Year High

If your feet are sore or tired, you might want to consider a footrest while at work or home. The Arena Media Brands, LLC and respective content providers to this website may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. After a long day of working at your desk, there’s no… Continue reading Save 30% on This Ergonomic Foot Rest Perfect For an Office