The number of parks in your city or how close you are to healthy restaurants may affect your personal health more than you think. Certain things you may not even consider, like the number of hospital beds, can determine the overall health of your city too. WalletHub compiled data showing which cities in the U.S….
Living in a rich New Jersey county comes with perks. Your kids probably have access to higher-quality schools, it’s likely above average for safety, and you probably get to take advantage of better infrastructure. Some New Jerseyans are happy to pay the higher taxes and cost of living that come with living in a wealthy…
Being responsible with money is more crucial than ever in times of turbulent economic change. But what exactly does it mean to be financially literate in Florida? Looking at factors like savings account balances, credit scores, and financial education can give some perspective on personal financial literacy, but they don’t necessarily show the whole picture. …
Returning to civilian life in South Carolina involves many changes for veterans. And on top of it all, some find they need (or want) to move. But which cities are best? You likely don’t need us to tell you that some states—and cities within those states—are more veteran-friendly than others. To make it easier to…
Rent prices are a struggle for a significant portion of Virginia residents. Those who aren’t able or choose not to buy property sign leases run by landlords who are known to increase prices by the year. Virginians looking for a single-bedroom apartment encounter astronomical prices, too, especially for those with limited income looking to live…
Wyomingites born between 1946 and 1964, commonly known as the baby boomer generation, are an important cross-section of the population. Their tastes have influenced generational shifts, from the economy, politics, and pop culture. Baby boomer tastes often stand out from younger generations. Case in point? You probably won’t find avocado toast on their list of…
Being responsible with money is more crucial than ever in times of turbulent economic change. But what exactly does it mean to be financially literate? Looking at factors like savings account balances, credit scores, and financial education can give some perspective on personal financial literacy, but they don’t necessarily show the whole picture. Certain things…
American veterans have access to federal and state benefits for years after their military service. Some of those benefits include affordable housing and education for them and their families. However, certain states are better for veterans than others. Using specific data points, SmartAsset breaks it down and ranks which states are the best and worst…
Rising lottery jackpots excite millions of Americans with the prospect of winning big. The chances of earning those large jackpots are slim, but that doesn’t stop record amounts of lottery ticket sales year after year. Forty-five states participate in the Powerball lottery game, and many dream of beating the highest-ever earnings in 2022. $2.04 billion…
With the popularity of online shopping over the last two decades, porch pirates have become more of a threat to customers’ property. Whatever you’re ordering could end up in the hands of a thief who takes advantage of a package dropped off and left at your doorstep. The chances of your packages being stolen may…
