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How to maximize redemptions with the IHG One Rewards program

Editor’s note: We’ve updated this post with the latest information. IHG One Rewards is an underdog of the hotel points world. But IHG hotels and resorts are available in many destinations. And IHG One Rewards significantly improved its elite benefits in 2022. It’s possible to get higher than TPG’s valuation — and the rate at …

12 Ways to Quit Impulse Shopping

It’s time to ask yourself, “Is this really worth my money?”

Book round-trip flights to Costa Rica starting at $265

Looking for a quick retreat filled with sun, beaches and nature all around? Book this deal for round-trip flights to Costa Rica starting at $265. American Airlines, Copa Airlines and JetBlue Airways are offering cheap fares to the Costa Rican cities of San José and Liberia from a few U.S. cities, including New York City, …

Mortgage reperformance bearing up, other consumer debt woes rising

Most distressed mortgages emerged from workouts intact in February but the chargeoff rates for auto loans and credit cards are up, in part due to steep housing costs that have contributed to high levels of household leverage. The majority or 76% of borrowers who completed post-forbearance workouts on distressed homes loans from 2020 on were … [Read more…]

Mortgage Rates and Payments Keep Rising, Creating Market Misery – Kiplinger’s Personal Finance

Mortgage Rates and Payments Keep Rising, Creating Market Misery  Kiplinger’s Personal Finance

The Secret of Financial Security: Consider Living Below Your Means

Many celebrities are happy living modestly despite the lavish lifestyle at their finger tips. If they can do it, so can you.