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4 tips for buying a new or used car, according to Consumer Reports

With car prices at all-time highs, it's worth taking some time to review your finances and understand your priorities before visiting a dealership

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The 7 best cities in America for snowbirds fleeing winter

Retirees looking for a sunny winter getaway should check out these warm-weather destinations

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The 10 cities with the most women breadwinners in America

Women outearn men at the highest rates in these 10 cities, according to a recent LendingTree survey

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Gas prices are at a 4-year low. Here's how you can stretch your savings even further

Gas currently costs less than $3 a gallon on average — but that doesn't mean there aren't more ways to save

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The best car batteries for your money, according to Consumer Reports

The publication extensively tested car batteries to find the ones that provide the best value and performance

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See how your generation is shopping this holiday season: 4 trends to watch

A new survey helps us understand generational differences among holiday shoppers

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5 ways to get your car ready for winter

Freezing temperatures make it harder for your car to run, so you'll want to make sure everything's in order before the snow and ice hit

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The 10 fastest growing jobs of the future

If you want a job likely to outlast the AI boom, a Bureau of Labor Statistics report has some suggestions

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The 5 best Christmas light displays in America

These professional light displays offer a mix of historic charm and family fun for the holidays

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9 perfect Christmas travel destinations, according to the Michelin Guide

From European markets to idyllic beaches, the Michelin Guide compiled a list of nine places it recommends traveling for Christmas

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The 10 best cities in America for remote workers next year

A new ranking highlights the U.S. cities offering the strongest mix of affordability and quality of life for remote workers

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5 cities where people have the biggest holiday budgets — and 5 with the smallest

Analysts say that, depending on the city, an American’s holiday budget this year can range from just over $200 to more than $4,000

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The best Black Friday car deals, according to Consumer Reports

These cars and SUVs are all 10% off or more, netting you serious savings between now and January 5, 2026

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Job postings are down nearly everywhere — except these 4 sectors

It's not just you: Job listings are down overall, but these industries are actually seeing some growth this year, Indeed says

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Starbucks union ramps up strike, targeting Black Friday sales

"We're protesting Starbucks' historic union busting and failure to finalize a fair contract," Starbucks workers said

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Apple's $230 iPhone sock went viral. Now clones are flooding the internet

The 3D-knitted iPhone Pocket was widely mocked — and then it sold out

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The FAA wants answers after Amazon drone downs an internet cable

Amazon said no injuries were reported in the incident and that it paid for the customer's cable to be repaired

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Thanksgiving travel is about to get seriously messy for millions

Winter storms hitting the Midwest, plus strong winds through the entire Great Lakes Region, could create major headaches for holiday travelers

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5 ways holiday spending will be different this year

A slew of surveys reveal how consumers will be spending this holiday season — and what's behind some of their changing habits

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The 10 stores with the biggest Black Friday discounts

"Knowing which retailers actually offer significant deals compared to their normal prices can save you a lot of time and prevent buyer’s remorse,"...

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The true cost of Thanksgiving this year

The average host is prepping to spend close to $1,000 this Thanksgiving, according to new research

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5 ways to ready your car for winter

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The 5 greenest states in America — and the 5 least green

To see which states are leading the charge, WalletHub compared across two key areas: home energy efficiency and auto energy efficiency

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The 10 best used cars to buy right now, according to Consumer Reports

With new car prices at all time highs, check out these used options vetted by experts at Consumer Reports

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The 10 best countries for Americans to retire abroad right now

Choosing where to live isn’t just about beaches or blue skies. A new ranking finds countries that are affordable and safe options for your golden...

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Veterans Day 2025 deals: 8 chains offering free food

Many restaurants are offering free meals to veterans and active-duty military members

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The 5 best states in America to find a job right now — and the 5 worst

Some states are booming with opportunity, while others are falling behind. Here’s how they compare

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The 10 best states in America for winter vacations

From Colorado’s iconic slopes to Maine’s snow-covered trails, these states offer the best mix of skiing, snowshoeing, and stargazing

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The 5 safest cities in America — and the 5 least safe

Safety isn’t just about crime rates. A new analysis studies everything from natural-disaster risk to financial stability

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The 5 states in America where the most millennials moved last year — and the 5 states they fled

Almost 8 million millennials moved in 2024. The states they flocked to might surprise you

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The 10 best colleges and universities in America

WalletHub analyzed more than 700 higher education institutions across 30 key measures to select the best ones

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The 8 best neighborhoods in American for Halloween trick-or-treating

These spirited neighborhoods do Halloween right and deliver great experiences for you and your family

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The 10 best college towns in America

A new analysis weighs 31 factors, from rent prices to career opportunities, to find the best college towns in the U.S.

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The best tires for winter and snow, according to Consumer Reports

As temperatures drop, Consumer Reports reveals which tires deliver the best grip and reliability for winter driving

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7 times Bill Gates correctly predicted the future

The Microsoft co-founder's 70th birthday is today. Here are seven predictions Gates totally nailed

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The 5 best countries for American expats right now

A survey of more than 10,000 people in 172 nations found the best countries for American expats this year

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5 things to wait until Black Friday to buy

If you can manage to hold off for a month before purchasing these items, you could potentially save a lot of cash

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Exciting EVs that will hit the market soon, according to Consumer Reports

The EV market is about to get a lot more exciting. Check out these models Consumer Reports says might be worth waiting for

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The 20 best cars and SUVs for winter and snow, according to experts

Kelley Blue Book identified a slew of new cars that will keep you safe — and warm — this winter

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The 5 best jobs for American expats

From teaching abroad to working with tourists, these are the top jobs for expats, according to experts

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A 'Carrie Bradshaw Index' for where you can and can't afford to live alone

Named for the "Sex and the City" character, the index measures what cities are the most and least affordable for renters who live solo

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The 10 states where homeownership will most be out of reach in 5 years

These 10 states are projected to have the largest gaps between income and homeowners in five years

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The 10 jobs projected to grow the most in the next 5 years

Professions in the A.I. field dominated the list, which was made using data from the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report

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7 college towns that offer the best value in America

A new study examined dozens of different college towns to find affordable ones that will provide students a good return on investment

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JPMorgan anti-RTO petition is going to Jamie Dimon after reaching 2,000 signatures

CEO Jamie Dimon dismissed the effort in February, saying, ""I don’t care how many people sign that f—ing petition."

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The 10 best food cities in America

A new analysis of more than 180 cities takes into account factors like affordability, accessibility, and quality

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What AI's biggest leaders have to say about the future of AI

The billionaires riding the AI boom weigh in on the future the tech will bring, from Bezos' space-dwelling utopia to Amodei's jobs warning

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The 8 best corn mazes to visit this fall

The top mazes from all around the country feature elaborate designs and often take hours to complete

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The 5 best states in America for EV owners, according to experts

Some states make owning, operating, and charging your EV far easier than others

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The 7 greenest cities in America right now

From clean energy to walkability, these U.S. cities stand out for policies and infrastructure that make eco-friendly living easy

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