CES 2024: Intel Announced Its Newest Generation of Desktop Processors
Nvidia and AMD have already made some big announcements at CES, unveiling new Super GPUs and desktop processors designed to make gaming and productivity even better. Not wanting to be left behind, Intel has also debuted 18 new processors, including a return for its “power-optimized lifestyle” T-series. These new chips are part of Intel’s ongoing […]
The Senior Discounts That Will Save You the Most Money
Life is expensive even when you’re working full-time (or more than full-time). The struggle is real, and gets even more challenging as you get older. Living on a fixed income (the average Social Security benefit is less than $2,000 per month) plus rising healthcare costs plus inflation equals a lot of folks struggling to stay […]
James Dwiggins: NAR needs a top-down overhaul
Ahead of Inman Connect New York this month, the NextHome CEO said NAR serves an important function, but needs a major fix to deal with challenges related to leadership and commission suits.
Rates will continue to fall in 2024, consumers say in record numbers
A record number of consumers surveyed by Fannie Mae expect mortgage rates to keep falling, a “significant shift” in expectations that could free homeowners from the so-called “lock-in effect.”
Rent falls for 3rd straight month, thanks to new inventory
The median asking rent fell 0.8 percent year over year during the last month of 2023, according to a new report by Redfin, which attributes the fall to an increase in supply.
The real estate agent’s ultimate guide to fair housing
Real estate agents play a vital role in creating a fair and inclusive housing market, writes Julia Lashay Israel. By understanding and adhering to fair housing laws, agents contribute to eliminating discrimination and promoting equal opportunities for all individuals.
Here’s How Much You Should Save in Your 401(K) in 2024
Retirement planning is changing in 2024, and now is the perfect time to take a look at your retirement savings and make sure you’re on track. One of the best ways to save for retirement is through a 401(k) plan, especially if your employer offers matching contributions. The IRS has increased the contribution limits for […]
How to Deactivate (or Delete) Your Instagram
If your New Year’s resolution to stay off Instagram hasn’t been going as well as you’d hoped, you have a nuclear option: account deletion. If that sounds frighteningly permanent, you can also simply deactivate your account, which is more of a nuclear-lite option. Let’s go over a few things to consider before you make the […]
Daily Search Forum Recap: January 9, 2024
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today…
CES 2024: How to Livestream Intel’s Keynote
Intel’s keynote at CES 2024 begins at 5pm PT on Tuesday, Jan. 9. This time around, don’t expect a heavy focus on desktop or laptop computing: Intel appears to be going all-in on AI at CES. If you’re attending CES 2024 in person, the venue for this event is at The Venetian, in Palazzo Ballroom […]
CES 2024: Lenovo’s Android-Windows Frankentablet Is the Show’s Wackiest Gadget Yet
We’ve seen laptops with touchscreens and tablets with keyboards, but we haven’t seen anything quite like Lenovo’s new Frankentablet, which is the best word I can come up with to describe one of the weirdest gadgets of CES 2024. The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 is a Windows 11 laptop…until you detach its display, at […]
How to Recover From Holiday Overspending
The holidays carry a hefty tag. All the gifts, travel, food, and entertainment can quickly drain your bank account. While a precious holiday memory is worth splurging on, now that the holidays are over, it’s time to get your finances back on track. Here are some tips for recovering from holiday overspending. Make a plan […]
How to Create the Best Alexa Set-up for Your Home
Once you’ve successfully set up Alexa on your phone, you can extend the services the voice assistant provides by using a hub. In order to use Alexa, you need your phone to be able to hear you—but if you add a hub, as long as you are within earshot of the hub, it will pick […]
CES 2024: How to Livestream the Qualcomm Keynote
Qualcomm is coming to CES—and it’s bringing a ton of AI. As generative AI moves into the on-device territory, the processor for your next smartphone will become quite important. Google and Apple are already leading the way by integrating dedicated Neural Processing Units, but Qualcomm wants to pull off something much bigger: a continuous generative […]
Why January Is the Best Month to Book a Cruise
Wave season, a term embraced by the travel industry, is the post-holiday period during which cruise lines offer discounts on upcoming voyages as well as promotions like cabin upgrades and onboard perks. Cruise lines benefit by filling their ships early—capitalizing on people who plan out their travel at the beginning of the year—and passengers can […]
