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Order up: The beefy business of burgers

With a majority (87%) of people "fed up" with rising prices, more than a quarter (27%) have hit a pricing limit when it comes to groceries and household goods. This may be one of the reasons why California-based In-N-Out Burger is able to achieve $2.1 billion in annual sales.

Gen X strikes a balance between retirement and caring for aging parents

Caring for parents and children can be a balance. But with a positive, proactive approach, navigating these requirements while planning for a secure retirement doesn’t have to be a high-wire act. 

Who needs perfect? For credit scores, it pays to be in the ballpark

Precision counts in sports like archery or darts, but not as much for credit scores. Reaching the 800 range or even lower will score borrowers the best rates.

Rx revamp: It’s easier than ever to get doorstep delivery of prescriptions

The options for same-day delivery of prescriptions are more abundant as pharmacy chains become more digital-friendly and online retailers jump into the business.

How home prices can trigger “mansion tax”

Whether a dream home is a "mansion" can depend on price, rather than size.

There are fewer safe deposit boxes these days. Banks don’t mind

The traditional safe deposit box tucked away in a secured vault might go the way of landlines or vinyl records as more consumers shift to digital banking.

Where do the biggest spenders live? Connecticut tops the list at $7,068 monthly

While American consumers are feeling more optimistic, spending varies across the map depending on income, cost of living, savings habits, and other factors.

Driving costs race ahead: Auto insurance, fuel and car prices on the move

Owning a car is becoming more expensive, with the December 2024 Consumer Price Index revealing soaring motor vehicle insurance costs. 

The $34 trillion shift: How women are reshaping wealth and legacy

By 2030, women in the United States are expected to control $34 trillion in financial assets, up from $7.3 trillion just a decade ago.  

Small businesses: Putting themselves on the map

Small businesses are seeing growth across America. Check out the landscape for both owners and employees.

How $500, $5,000 or $50,000 can power your financial future

Check out these strategies to make the most of your money whether you’re looking at a windfall of $500, $5,000, $50,000 – or anywhere in between.

Bookstores have turned a new page: 2025 is looking good

Traditional bookstores and book-themed events are booming in 2025 as readers look for more ways to reconnect with friends and local communities after the pandemic.

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