The Best Nintendo Switch Game Deals You Can Still Get in Time for Christmas
First party Nintendo Switch games are the Apple products of the video game industry: They rarely go on sale. Nintendo’s flagship series—Zelda, Mario, and Pokémon, among others—tend to hold their value for years, so when you spot them on a decent sale, it’s worth paying attention, you should pay attention. If you’re looking to pick […]
Why You Shouldn’t Buy a USB-C Charging Case for Your AirPods Pro
Apple’s AirPods Pro recently received their most visible upgrade in years, as the company swapped out the Lighting-powered charging case for a USB-C model. And now, Apple has officially begun selling the MagSafe USB-C AirPods Pro 2 case (and only the case) as a standalone product. The Verge was the first to notice the new […]
Zillow unveils 3D tour of Santa’s enviable North Pole luxury cabin
Using a floor plan generated by artificial intelligence, families can now explore every nook and cranny of Santa Claus’ house, which is currently valued at $1.18 million.
Homebuyers continue to take advantage of falling rates
Demand for purchase mortgages has picked up in five out of the past six weeks, and applications to refinance have roared back, jumping 27 percent from a year ago.
New York’s largest MLS grows to nearly 50K agents with acquisition
OneKey MLS’s purchase of broker-owned Mid-Hudson MLS is expected to close in January. OneKey says it will provide more data and reach to agents while saving time and money.
Mortgage rates poised to drop as Fed projects 3 cuts
Federal Reserve policymakers anticipate three rate cuts by the end of next year, but many think the central bank may cut faster and harder.
You’re Going to Want to Use Apple’s New Stolen Device Protection Feature
Privacy and security are a huge element of Apple’s business model. When you buy an iPhone, Apple wants you to know that your iMessages are encrypted, Face ID is secure, and you have features to block trackers while browsing the web. While it’s true that Apple has plenty of excellent features to keep your data […]
Take These Three Steps After a Bad Performance Review at Work
When you have a poor evaluation at work, it feels just terrible. It’s like getting in trouble at school—except everyone involved is an adult and the stakes are higher, since your job is tied to your financial security, health insurance, and sense of self. You might walk out of the meeting feeling totally disoriented, which […]
Why You Should Always Attend Your Home Inspection
Whether you’ve just made an offer on a home or you’re about to put yours on the market, a home inspection can provide you with invaluable information on the present condition of a home, as well as the potential problems that might arise in the future. And while the resulting report will likely include most, […]
Never Use Homeopathic Eye Drops, FDA Warns
With all the eye drop recalls lately, it’s a good time to think about eye drop safety. The FDA recently issued some “consumer tips” that include never using certain types of eye drops–including anything labeled as homeopathic. We have a full breakdown of what not to use, and why, below. Why so many eye drops […]
How Long an AirTag’s Battery Lasts (and How to Change It)
Apple’s AirTags are a useful device if you have a tendency to misplace things; the tool lets you track important things, such as luggage, keys, backpack, or even pets. Of course, any tracker is only as good as its battery: Once it loses power, it’s useless. Can you check an AirTag’s battery level? While an […]
Every Strategy I Used To Build My Portfolio for Financial Independence
Using multiple strategies to build financial independence can be very effective, especially when executed like this. Here’s what you need to know.
Daily Search Forum Recap: December 13, 2023
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today…
The Best Gifts for Kids Who Love to Read (That Aren’t Books)
I don’t care if they’re reading Captain Underpants or unofficial Minecraft fan fiction—I’m just happy my boys love books. I want them to keep up their interest, so I’m always on the lookout for gifts that will nurture their interest in the written word. If you want to cultivate a young reader, too, here are some items […]
These Are All the New Features in watchOS 10.2
While watchOS 10 added some great new features, it also, for some reason, removed the ability to swipe on your screen to change watch faces. This move was controversial among Apple Watch users, who swiped at their watch screens left and right in vain. Fortunately it looks like the feedback reached Apple, as the company […]
