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Why more businesses are offering loyalty programs

The RealReal explored the recent trend of paid loyalty programs and why businesses are adopting them more, using news articles and research reports.
Managing your money

What is an ICHRA? A guide to individual coverage HRAs

Thatch explains what an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement is and how it compares to other healthcare plans.

The do's and don'ts of engagement ring shopping

VRAI shares the basic rules for how to shop for an engagement ring.

Shoppers Embrace the Holiday Season with Cautious Optimism

(NewsUSA) - Economic uncertainty and higher prices have brought shifts in consumer behavior, yet recent sales trends show steady spending, and economic indicators are moving in a positive direction …

39 passive income ideas to help you make money in 2024

SoFi shares 39 ideas to make passive income in 2024, plus benefits, precautions, and drawbacks of doing so.

Expense policy best practices

Ramp details how to write an expense policy, shares some best practices to keep in mind, and explains how automation tools can help.

Why did your homeowners insurance go up?

Policygenius examines the reasons why homeowners insurance went up for many people in the U.S. and shares tips on how to lower it.

What is a Power of Attorney? A comprehensive guide

LegalZoom examines the different ways a power of attorney can help make decisions on your behalf—but only in certain situations.

What a brief port strike on the East Coast means for your holiday shopping

Truck Parking Club examined Bureau of Transportation Statistics data to uncover the impact of the October 2024 dockworkers strike on the supply chain.
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In-depth comparison: PPOs vs EPOs
Pranithan Chorruangsak // Shutterstock There is no one-size-fits-all solution to health insurance. Employers can offer a variety of …
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LDS Church's investment approach: No flash but plenty of cash
Chris Samuels // The Salt Lake Tribune For all its billion-dollar gyrations, the actual investment strategies behind a highly …
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Survey: Gig workers face financial challenges but remain optimistic
Romanchini // Shutterstock As the gig economy continues to evolve, more and more consumers depend on it not only for their own …
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Can AI make human resources more personal? Many HR leaders seem to think so.
Canva Like it or not, generative artificial intelligence will likely be part of your daily work life in the near future. While most …
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'Upskilling' programs spread as employers try to retain top talent
PeopleImages.com - Yuri A // Shutterstock One of the biggest challenges employers face is keeping their employees engaged and …
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When it comes to choosing a college major, how much influence do parents have on students?
Miljan Zivkovic // Shutterstock From former presidents and famous movie stars to accomplished engineers and lawyers, it is not …
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How to build and get business credit
Number1411 // Shutterstock Establishing a strong business credit score is key to your company's health, making sure it survives …
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As Americans use less gas, these states are still guzzling
Canva Even as gas remains an evergreen topic among Americans, they are using much less of it. From 2017 to 2022, daily national …
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The deadliest intersections in the Western United States
Eric Glenn // Shutterstock Intersections have long been dangerous spots for motorists, and this trend is particularly pronounced in …
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A complete guide to travel and expense management in 2024
NicoElNino // Shutterstock Efficiently managing business travel expenses is crucial for a company to thrive. Fortunately, there are …
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How does deferring a loan affect my credit score?

SoFi explains the consequences of deferring a loan, particularly on credit score.

23 cities where credit card balances are double the national average

Experian identifies U.S. cities where credit card balances are much greater than the national average to compare them with other cities nationwide.

Who stands to gain the most from new federal overtime rules?

Wysa analyzed BLS data to determine which workers will benefit the most from new federal overtime rules designed to expand wage protection.

Meet the riskiest AI models ranked by researchers

TeamAI profiles the riskiest AI models, as ranked by researchers.
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How to find free EV charging stations
Roschetzky Photography // Shutterstock If you're looking for free electric vehicle charging stations near your home or workplace, …
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"I'd probably just die": 26% of employed Americans don't know how they'd cover expenses if they couldn't work for 3 years
Iryna Imago // Shutterstock For many American workers, the period from November to mid-January is open enrollment season, when they …
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14 reasons why it's so hard to save money today
Nitchakul Sangpetcharakun // Shutterstock Many factors make it hard to save money today, from the high price of groceries to the …
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Average FICO Scores increased the most in these 9 cities
Wileydoc // Shutterstock Credit scores are up over the past five years at the national level as well as in every U.S. state and …
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