Anyone expecting inflation to have peaked by now got a rude surprise this week. The latest inflation report showed prices in May rose 8.6% from a year ago — the fastest rate in 40 years.Add to that declining stocks, climbing interest rates and global economic troubles caused by Russia’s invasion […]
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An inflation rate over 8% means that just about everything is more expensive this summer — from groceries to gas, airfare to air-conditioning. But higher prices don’t mean that summer fun is out of reach. There are plenty of worthwhile strategies to consider that could help you save money on […]
Make time for sample paints and buy DIY bits second-hand (Picture: Getty Images) Improving a home comes at a price. In fact, a recent report found that home renovation costs are now 40% higher than they were two years ago. Since the start of the pandemic, the price of a […]
Buying a house is a challenge for many — especially those who are single and struggle save for a hefty deposit by themselves. One woman, influencer Elise Buch, knew all about that and was gutted when she realized she couldn’t afford to buy a home. However, Elise didn’t let this […]
Image source: Getty Images Sometimes, it pays to borrow — even when you have some money on hand. Key points Personal loans let you borrow money for any purpose. In some cases, it makes sense to pay interest on a loan even if you have money in the bank. There […]
TAYLOR COUNTY—Although Grafton and the surrounding communities saw their first significant snowfall of the season Thursday into Friday, winter will be lingering for months to come. And aside from travel issues, the season brings with in increased heating bills, but there are steps residents can take to get their homes […]