Destinations that cost more (or less) than expected (A Carrie Commentary)
It’s been a long time since I tracked travel expenses for the points and miles blog Travel is Free (a blog I helped maintain in the 2010s). The motivation…
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Higher Refi Demand Despite Higher Rates
Mortgage application volume declined again last week as higher borrowing costs weighed on home purchase demand. The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reported a 2.7% decrease in total application volume…
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Texas Floods Kill Two, More Storms Forecast for Overnight
Mandatory evacuations across the Texas Hill Country are underway as life-threatening flash floods wreck bridges and roads with more heavy rain expected overnight. A wide swath of Texas is…
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Huge Amex Platinum Card Welcome Offer, As High As 175K Bonus Points
In the interest of full disclosure, OMAAT may receive compensation when anyone clicks a link, has an application approved, or opens an account through this site. These are the…
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The best credit cards for large purchases
Whether you’re paying for a wedding, replacing your roof, buying a new laptop or covering an unexpected medical bill, a large purchase can be an opportunity to earn valuable…
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Choosing the Right Equipment Breakdown Reinsurer : Risk & Insurance
As equipment breakdown risks become more complex and interconnected, carriers need reinsurance partners that deliver engineering expertise, technical insight and long-term strategic support — not just capacity. The equipment…
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Uzbekistan Gets a Hyatt, Hilton’s First LXR Resort in Hawaiʻi, W Arrives in Saudi Arabia, and More Hotel News
A busy week of hotel news brought major luxury openings in HawaiÊ»i, Uzbekistan, England, and Saudi Arabia, along with future projects from Regent and Six Senses. Hilton also expanded…
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IRS Data: Families Paid Just $464 On Average In 529 Plan Penalties
New IRS data shows that the dreaded 529 plan penalty is far less common, and far less painful, than most families fear. According to the IRS Statistics of Income…
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US Takes Aim at Autonomous Car Mishaps in Safety Rulemaking Push
The Trump administration is working to develop new safety requirements governing how autonomous vehicles behave on the road in a bid to address mishaps that have marred the early…
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What to Do When Too Much of Your Net Worth Is in One Stock
When your company goes public, one stock can suddenly take up more room in your financial portfolio than you intended. If your company’s value increases, and your net worth…
