An open house can tell you a lot about a home—but only if you know what to look for. To get the full picture, it’s important to ask questions beyond what you can see on the surface. While the home might appear move-in ready, asking thoughtful questions can help reveal the condition of the property, […]
AT&T NYSE: T, Verizon Communications NYSE: VZ, and T-Mobile US NASDAQ: TMUS dominate the telecommunications industry in the United States. Together, investors know them as the “Big Three” telecom stocks. They compete fiercely to win wireless cell phone customers. This competition extends to providing internet to homes and businesses, often referred to as broadband. So, […]
As Q2 earnings season rolls on, some of the world’s most influential tech and infrastructure companies have delivered strong results—but what’s catching Wall Street’s attention isn’t just the numbers, it’s the upgraded outlooks and rising price targets. In particular, three stocks—each deeply involved in the growth of artificial intelligence—have seen analysts sharply raise their expectations. […]
All things must come to an end, and rental agreements are no exception. Whether you’re moving across the country, buying your first home, or simply looking for more space, you’ll need to follow a few steps before your lease ends. And sending your landlord a notice to vacate letter is one of those steps. Outlined […]
In a major policy shift, the vast majority of Americans may soon be eligible for a modest tax break on qualifying charitable donations under President Donald Trump’s sprawling One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Starting in the 2026 tax year, new rules will allow taxpayers who take the standard deduction — about 90% of all taxpayers […]
With new all-time high valuations for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 in full swing, more and more investors are growing wary of buying new names for their portfolios, and for good reason. Buying near the top of the valuation cycle is always a scary thing. Still, several names haven’t caught up to this optimism today, […]
A lot of people will ask “Is down payment included in closing costs?” when they’re buying a home. And the simple answer is no, they’re not the same. It’s easy to get them confused because they’re both big upfront costs you pay when you’re in the homebuying process. Think of it this way: Your down […]
We all have “that place” in our town – the bakery that still wraps things in wax paper, the bookshop that smells like dust and vanilla, the barbecue joint that hasn’t changed since your grandpa’s prom. But when we asked 3,004 Americans to name their favorite classic, locally owned business, some surprising patterns emerged. Here […]
The healthcare sector has experienced a 0.79% decline year-to-date, making it the worst performer among the S&P 500’s 11 sectors and the only one in negative territory. But unlike other market-lagging sectors that have performed better of late (e.g., consumer discretionary), healthcare isn’t just the worst-performing sector in 2025; it’s the worst-performing sector over the past […]
As a homebuyer, home maintenance is key to keeping your property in good condition for years to come—but without a solid plan, those costs can add up quickly. The most effective way to budget for home maintenance is to set aside about 1% to 4% of your home’s value each year (or break it down […]