Maria Wood - Author for 24/7 Wall St.
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All good things must come to an end — and sadly that includes your favorite television series. Unlike a movie, a TV show comes into your home every week, or you binge watch over a weekend. So...
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Nearly 5% of U.S. homes are either moderately inadequate or severely inadequate for living, according to the Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s American Housing...
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Family size varies greatly from country to country, depending not only on how many children a couple (or a single parent) decides to raise, but also on whether or not extended family members –...
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What would movies be without love stories? Even since filmmakers have put their tales on celluloid, the vast majority revolve around the love between two individuals. Or maybe three. Which makes...
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What would movies be without love stories? Even since filmmakers have put their tales on celluloid, the vast majority revolve around the love between two individuals. Or maybe three. Which makes...
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There’s obviously no shortage of cars and trucks to choose from — and there’s no shortage of car ratings to help a prospective buyer. The choice of which one to buy often boils down to price...
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The COVID-19 pandemic definitely hastened the trend toward remote work. As more workers were able to perform their jobs from their homes, people realized they were not tethered to an office cubicle...
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Looking for a place to unwind after a hard day’s work? Or an energizing venue where you can meet up with friends? A cocktail bar provides the perfect atmosphere for socializing and relaxation. And...
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In 2016, a study published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings culled data from the 2003 to 2006 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Using...
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Over the past decade, natural disasters have killed an average of approximately 45,000 people each year, according to Our World in Data. The organization, which tracks earthquakes, volcanic activity,...
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Big chain restaurants may dominate the dining scene both nationally and regionally, especially with their advertising clout. But smaller establishments in cities and towns draw in patrons, too. In...
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People have been chowing down on oysters since as far back as the Stone Age. The ancient Greeks and Romans cultivated and consumed oysters in mass quantities, but the delicacy was usually reserved...
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Looking to supplement your Social Security payments after you retire? A 401(k) or an annuity can provide you with the funds you need to live, with no financial worries in your golden years. But...
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If you have money to invest and you’d like to see it grow, there are several investment strategies you can use, including a passive investing strategy. This strategy involves putting money into an...
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Like finding a good doctor, settling on a financial advisor is an important decision for your financial well-being. You will spend a lifetime accumulating wealth, and you want your nest egg to grow...
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