Collectibles
How To Tell If Your Artwork Is Worth Any Money
In late 2024, headlines were made when a banana duct-taped to a wall at an art auction sold for $6.2 million. The conceptual art piece, titled "Comedian," created by an Italian…
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Earning
Two Of Europe's Largest Economies Are Shrinking. Here's Why It Matters
In today's global economy, it can be more important than ever to keep track of the health of other major countries. Not only can the economies of other countries help us monitor…
Banking
Scam Phone Numbers To Never Answer If They Call You
Once upon a time, when the phone rang it was either someone you knew or a wrong number. Times have changed, unfortunately, and today phones seem to ring nonstop with unsolicited…
Shopping
Buying Plants At Home Depot Is The Best Budget-Friendly Option For One Reason
The Home Depot is an institution in American home improvement culture. Opened in Atlanta in 1979, the first Home Depot stores offered a sprawling retail setting that allowed…
Budgeting
What 'Congestion Pricing' Means For Drivers And Their Wallets
The concept of congestion pricing has received a lot of public attention lately. This is largely due to New York City's new law on drivers entering Manhattan during peak hours.…
Shopping
You've Been Warned: Buying These Items On Amazon Is Risky Business
Since its launch as a bookseller in the 1990s, the online shopping platform Amazon has morphed into a worldwide phenomenon that has literally changed the way we shop. The…
Budgeting
How Often You Should Buy Lottery Tickets For The Best Odds, According To A Statistician
Winning the lottery is a dream of millions. The idea of being able to put the days of working 40 hours a week behind you with more than enough money to retire on a beach…
Taxes
The US State You Can't Remain Anonymous In If You Win The Lottery
If you suddenly find yourself winning a huge sum, say $500 million, you'd normally take some time to think things over before deciding your next steps or letting people know. But…
Spending
Donald Trump's Proposed Tariffs Could Change The Way You Eat At Restaurants
The price of wining and dining could get a little more painful if President Donald Trump serves up a course of sky-high tariffs in his second term. Tariffs are import taxes…
News
What It Means When The Crypto Market Is In The 'Banana Zone'
2024 was a great year for the crypto industry. From the approval of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, to Donald Trump's endorsement and positive support of the industry, it's obvious…
Collectibles
Old Apple Products That Are Worth A Ton Of Money
There's no question that nostalgia for the times before smartphones ruled our daily lives is a strong attractant. For example, some collectors thrill over the classic Apple iPod…
Collectibles
This Commonly Used Winter Item In Your Garage Could Actually Be Worth A Ton Of Money
You don't need the internet to see how much Americans love sledding. But if you look it up, you'll find that nearly 10% of the U.S. population, over six years old, enjoyed winter…