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My landlord raised the rent by 12%, but offered to keep it the same if I pay a full year upfront. Is he trying to pull a fast one?

You got hit with a 12% rent hike, then came the “but” that changes everything. Your landlord says they will keep rent flat if you pay a full year upfront. It sounds like a discount, but it can also be a trap if your finances are tight.
March 13, 2026 Sasha Wren
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My friend says never tell a car dealer you're paying cash or it will ruin your negotiating power. The dealer said that's nonsense. Who's right?

You have probably heard the advice: never tell a dealer you are paying cash, because you will lose negotiating power.
March 13, 2026 Miles Rook
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Americans Should Know That In Japan Older Workers Are Paid To Sit By The Window And Do Nothing. Would That Ever Work In The United States?

While companies in the United States and Europe push workers for ever higher productivity and demand stricter office schedules, corporate Japan has spent decades doing something very different—paying older employees to show up, sit by the window, and…do pretty much nothing.
March 13, 2026 Jesse Singer
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Apple Stock Still Worth It, Says Analyst

Apple may be lagging behind its competitors in the AI game, but according to one analyst, it’s still a good idea to own the stock.
March 15, 2023 Eul Basa
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Telehealth Is The Next Big Industry

Given the technological boom in healthcare, it's clear to see that telehealth will be the next big industry in the post-pandemic era.
March 15, 2023 Eul Basa
Women Rent

My landlord raised the rent by 12%, but offered to keep it the same if I pay a full year upfront. Is he trying to pull a fast one?

You got hit with a 12% rent hike, then came the “but” that changes everything. Your landlord says they will keep rent flat if you pay a full year upfront. It sounds like a discount, but it can also be a trap if your finances are tight.
March 13, 2026 Sasha Wren
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Saving for a Rainy Day: How To Build An Emergency Fund

Financial emergencies can occur at any time, and it's crucial to have a safety net (in this case, an emergency fund) to help you weather the storm.
July 10, 2023 Eul Basa
Finance

Tricks To Survive On A $2000 Budget

The first time you’ll have only to use $2,000 for an entire month, you might panic. Rent, groceries, bills—how is this supposed to work? But instead of drowning in stress, you can get creative. If you don’t know, it’s time to find out, starting with your mindset.
February 14, 2025 Peter Kinney
Money

My brother says keeping money in savings is a mistake because inflation "guarantees you lose." Should I really invest everything?

Your brother is right about one thing: inflation can quietly shrink what your savings can buy. But it does not automatically mean savings are “a mistake,” or that you should invest every dollar you have. The real question is what that money is for, and how soon you might need it.
March 13, 2026 Carl Wyndham
Employee

My coworker refuses to contribute to his 401(k) because he says the stock market is "basically gambling." Am I really taking a big risk?

If your coworker says a 401(k) is “basically gambling,” he is voicing a real fear: markets can drop fast and headlines can make it feel random. But investing through a 401(k) is not the same thing as placing a bet on a coin flip. The biggest difference is that long-term retirement investing has decades of data, tax rules, and employer incentives behind it.
March 13, 2026 Carl Wyndham
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Older Japanese Worker

Americans Should Know That In Japan Older Workers Are Paid To Sit By The Window And Do Nothing. Would That Ever Work In The United States?

While companies in the United States and Europe push workers for ever higher productivity and demand stricter office schedules, corporate Japan has spent decades doing something very different—paying older employees to show up, sit by the window, and…do pretty much nothing.
March 13, 2026 Jesse Singer

The Most Bizarre Things That Sold High At Auctions

Whether it’s pure nostalgia, obsession, or just plain curiosity, these bizarre items prove that, at the right auction, anything can become a treasure.
March 31, 2025 Binet
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I finally broke up with my boyfriend, but my landlord refuses to remove me from our lease. Now I can’t rent anywhere else. Is that legal? What do I do?

I broke up with my boyfriend. I want out. But both our names are on the lease. My landlord won’t remove me—and now I can’t get approved elsewhere because I’m “already on a lease.” Am I financially trapped? Here’s what’s actually happening—and what you can realistically do.
February 20, 2026 Jesse Singer

I signed a new contract guaranteeing I'd work from home 3 out of 5 days a week. The new boss insists I come into the office all week. What can I do?

Your contract guarantees remote work, but your boss wants you back in the office full-time. Learn what your rights are, how to approach the conversation professionally, and what steps to take if your employer ignores the agreement.
March 13, 2026 Jack Hawkins
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My friend says never tell a car dealer you're paying cash or it will ruin your negotiating power. The dealer said that's nonsense. Who's right?

You have probably heard the advice: never tell a dealer you are paying cash, because you will lose negotiating power.
March 13, 2026 Miles Rook

My landlord suddenly wants me to move everything out of my apartment so he can renovate—but I have nowhere to put my things. What can I do?

My landlord wants me to empty my apartment for new windows—do I have to? Learn your tenant rights, storage options, and what to do when sudden renovations disrupt your home.
March 13, 2026 Jack Hawkins
Older Japanese Worker

Americans Should Know That In Japan Older Workers Are Paid To Sit By The Window And Do Nothing. Would That Ever Work In The United States?

While companies in the United States and Europe push workers for ever higher productivity and demand stricter office schedules, corporate Japan has spent decades doing something very different—paying older employees to show up, sit by the window, and…do pretty much nothing.
March 13, 2026 Jesse Singer
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This Is Why You Shouldn't Just Accept A Promotion

It can be easy to blindly say "yes" to a promotion. But the wiser approach would be to evaluate it just as you would any other job offer.
June 9, 2023 Eul Basa
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Remote Work: Say Goodbye To Our Old Way Of Working

A recent shift towards remote work has proven that working from home can be just as effective, or even more so, than working at the office.
June 9, 2023 Eul Basa

I signed a new contract guaranteeing I'd work from home 3 out of 5 days a week. The new boss insists I come into the office all week. What can I do?

Your contract guarantees remote work, but your boss wants you back in the office full-time. Learn what your rights are, how to approach the conversation professionally, and what steps to take if your employer ignores the agreement.
March 13, 2026 Jack Hawkins
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The Top 3 Richest Twitch Streamers

There exists a few lucky individuals who have managed to build impressive followings and make their Twitch channels a bonafide business.
June 12, 2023 Eul Basa
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Amazon Is Under Fire After Federal Investigators Discover Unsafe Conditions At Warehouses

This month, Amazon was served a major safety citation after federal investigators found multiple of its warehouses operating under unsafe work conditions.
January 31, 2023 Eul Basa