Robert Harding Video / Shutterstock.comI tell you often about my favorite beach … the one I’ve married. That’s at Los Islotes on Panama’s Veraguas Pacific coast. Los Islotes is my forever beach, the one I plan to grow old with … where Lief and I have committed to a lifelong legacy of creating a private escape on a secret shore. However, Los Islotes was not my first beach. My first beach was Ambergris Caye, Belize.
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Understanding the Blogging Landscape The blogging industry has evolved significantly over recent years, becoming a viable source of income for many individuals. As more creators enter this space, it’s essential to understand current market trends that define the blogging landscape. Content saturation, shifts in consumer behavior, and the evolution of social media platforms play crucial roles in shaping blogging strategies today. One of the first steps in establishing a successful blog is selecting a profitable niche. A niche is not merely a topic; it encompasses the specific audience you want to target and the unique angle you can provide on…
USA TODAY Network / ReutersCruising Altitude is a weekly column about air travel. A higher checked bag fee? In this economy? Yes. All the major U.S. airlines — American, United, Delta, Southwest, and JetBlue — announced in the last few weeks that they are raising their bag fees. I’m sorry to say the $45 checked-bag fee is the new normal. The price won’t go back down. The carriers all generally cited higher operational…
USA TODAY Network / Reuters“No tax on tips” may have an unintentional consequence of unlocking a part of the American Dream for four million Americans, experts said. By allowing workers to claim up to $25,000 in tip income on their tax returns without having to fear paying tax, the law’s boosting the declared earnings that lenders use to calculate debt-to-income (DTI) ratios, experts said. DTI is used by the Federal…
USA TODAY Network / ReutersWASHINGTON – Bicycle importers say they already can’t match the prices of China with U.S. manufacturers. A business that brings cheese in from Europe says a new tariff will “cause lasting damage.” And a company that imports Cambodian sleeping bags for infants argues that added tariffs will have a “terminal” effect. President Donald Trump had threatened tariffs that each of the businesses felt…
Gemini / GoogleConsumers may be able to get up to 75% back on their Whirlpool fridge due to a class-action settlement. According to a settlement website, Whirlpool reached an agreement regarding certain side-by-side refrigerators with in-door ice makers, ice dispensers and water dispensers manufactured from 2018 to 2021. The refrigerators can include certain branded Whirlpool, Maytag…
Gemini / GoogleGetting a Slurpee may get just a little bit harder for some 7-Eleven fans across the United States. In its most recent earnings report, 7-Eleven’s parent company, Seven & i Holdings Inc., said it would be closing 645 7-Eleven locations across North America in the 2026 fiscal year. The fiscal year, which runs between March 1 and February 28, 2027, will see the company’s store footprint shrink for…
USA TODAY Network / ReutersSome MSC Cruises passengers can expect to see higher charges on their accounts later this spring. The cruise line will raise its Hotel Service Charge gratuity rates for Caribbean and Alaska sailings beginning May 11. Passengers booked in the MSC Yacht Club will pay $23 per night, up from $20, according to MSC’s website, while the rate for guests in other accommodations will increase from $16 to…
Introduction: The Journey to Home Ownership The pursuit of home ownership is a dream that resonates with countless individuals. For me, this aspiration took shape against the backdrop of my journey as a blogger. As I ventured into the online world, my intention was not only to express my creativity but also to establish a viable side hustle that could supplement my income. Little did I know that this initial goal would evolve into a significant stepping stone towards achieving my dream of owning a home. In the beginning, my blog served as a platform to share insights, experiences, and…
Cast Of Thousands / Shutterstock.comWe all know that we need to save for retirement. And for some, that is hard. However, for others it is even harder to figure out how to invest for retirement. Investing requires some level of expertise and a way of thinking about money that is not innate for most people. Furthermore, the way you need to think about investing definitely changes as you age. How to invest for retirement is a very…