Car insurance rates are on the rise across the U.S, with Florida consistently ranking as one of the worst states for high premiums. Insure.com analysts uncovered 13 vehicles that offer the cheapest insurance rates. If your car isn’t on Insure.com’s list, we’ll cover some tips you can use to keep your auto insurance costs lower. …
Tornadoes can occur anywhere, but the US is particularly prone to them. Our wide, Midwestern plains provide the perfect environmental conditions for tornado activity. Scientists categorize the deadly and catastrophic storms by the Enhanced Fujita or EF scale which uses damage indicators to estimate wind speeds. The scale runs from EF-O (no damage) to EF-5…
Truth be told, we all know people who are glued to their phones. You might even classify yourself as being part of that group. For better or worse, social media has become deeply ingrained in our culture, causing many to call for regulations and further research. Digital marketing agency Hennessey Digital recently unveiled a report ranking…
Many of us have our go-to grocery stores. And it turns out, in the United States, the most cherished ones range from quaint artisanal markets to sprawling warehouse stores that sell everything from fresh produce to big-screen TVs. As a study from InsideMonkey shows, some Americans value convenience over all else, while others look for…
There has been a significant rise in car thefts throughout the United States in recent years. Your vehicle’s specific make and model greatly influence your risk of it being stolen. A recent study by The Zebra revealed that your location also plays a part, with some U.S. cities being protagonists to a higher-than-average number of…
Costco is a favorite among many Americans, but even the best stores have their downsides. Costco has more than one disadvantage that members and member wannabes should know about. These drawbacks might not be widely publicized, but we still managed to find them. 1: Wait Times There’s no doubt Costco employees try their best to…
The growing trend of banning books in schools across the United States is prompting important questions, making us reflect on the balance between safeguarding students and preserving intellectual freedom. According to Pen America, ten states are at the forefront of the debate, banning significantly more book titles than the rest. Do you know where Virginia falls?…
The thought of someone moving into your second home or camping out on your land without permission is a little scary. Even scarier is the idea that they could legally claim the land as their own in some states. Squatter’s rights, also called adverse possession laws, are a bizarre legal concept that many American property…
Let’s face it: We all have our vices. However, not every city is notorious for its transgression. A recent WalletHub study ranked 180 U.S. cities for their level of sin. From the dazzling lights of Las Vegas to the vibrant streets of a certain Florida city, this list reveals the most mischievous urban hubs in…
It takes a lot of savings to be able to retire in many parts of Florida. So, the thought of losing all or even part of your hard-earned cash to a scam is devastating. Unfortunately, many scammers target retirees, and they’re often successful. Fraudsters know how to find and attack people where they’re most vulnerable….
