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Here’s how long the average worker’s daily commute takes – and what remote workers are doing with all that extra time
Much of the travel time saved is spent on work-related activities, the researchers said. Read more
You can now buy a George Santos bobblehead with a Pinocchio-style nose
The controversial New York Republican who admitted lying on his resume is now a $30 bobblehead available at the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum Read more
The White House releases a sweeping plan to promote rent affordability and tenant protections. Here’s how it might affect you.
National median rent prices, although currently cooling nationwide, climbed 21% between March 2020 and December 2022. Read more
Graduated and looking for a job? Beware of scammers, warns the FTC
The Federal Trade Commission says scammers can create fake websites and even conduct fake online job interviews in an attempt to steal money and personal information. Read more
This Little-Known Real Estate Investment Can Give Your Portfolio a Better Tax and Income Score
Student housing is a high-demand and growing market that can generate tax-deferred passive income. Read more
New York is the most walkable city in America. But here are other US cities where you can live happily without a car.
If you’re not a big fan of cars or driving, these cities are for you. Read more
Mortgage demand rises 7% as rates fall for third week in a row, but buying activity remains ‘tepid’
Mortgage applications are up 7% in the past week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said. The average rate for a 30-year mortgage is 6.20%. Read more
The 2023 Toyota Prius vs the Kia Niro hybrid: how do they compare?
The Prius, the car that popularized hybrids, has a sexy new look. But how does it compare to the redesigned Kia Niro hybrid? Read more