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The Most Gut-Wrenching Gambling Losses In History
According to Statista , U.S. casinos grossed $67 billion in 2023. That marked a record-breaking amount of revenue for commercial casinos, representing a 10% increase…
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You've Been Warned: These Companies Are Collecting And Selling Your Data
These days it feels like everyone wants your data. From security alerts to data breaches at big companies, it can feel like a losing battle to keep your personal information…
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You Should Think Twice Before Paying Medical Bills With A Credit Card
Medical bills are on the rise for many Americans. According to the Peter G. Peterson Foundation , people in the U.S. experience some of the highest costs of healthcare in the…
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The Cost Of Crime For Those Living In America's Most Dangerous Cities
When it comes to the cost of living in a city, safer doesn't necessarily mean cheaper. In heavily populated cities in the United States with populations of 100,000 or more, the…
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Where Does The Money Go When A Professional Athlete Gets Fined?
Lately, it seems like pro athletes (and/or their teams) are never not being fined for something. From confusing policy enforcement in the NFL to excessive fines for incorrectly…
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How Much Money Does The Average Person Spend In A Lifetime?
As you crunch numbers to create a budget for next month, it may seem impossible to fathom just how much you actually spend in a lifetime and that that number is in the millions.…
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States With The Highest Sports Betting Revenue In The US
From the big game to March Madness, sports betting has surged across the country in recent years. According to data from the American Gaming Association's Commercial Gaming…
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The Dark History Of Tipping In America
In the post-pandemic economy, tipping has increasingly become a sticking point for consumers. In fact, according to a 2023 Bankrate survey , 66% of Americans now have a negative…
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Are TJX Rewards Platinum Mastercard Perks Worth The Cost?
Personal finance experts, such as Dave Ramsey, as well as the Tolerans staff, have typically recommended against opening store-branded credit cards . Still, it's been said…
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Reconsider Using Your Debit Card When Shopping Online. Here's Why
When making an online purchase it can be easy to reach for whatever the first card in your wallet might be. You might think that, since it's all inevitably coming from the same…
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Is The Hilton Honors American Express Card Truly Worth The Cost?
If you're a thrifty traveler looking to expand your credit card collection into the world of hotel-branded reward cards , you might have heard of the Hilton Honors card issued by…
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How Much Do Americans Spend On Christmas?
Let's face it, at some point, we've all probably spent a little too much on Christmas and the holiday season. From decorations to gifts to travel, the holidays can end up being a…