Matthew Jackson+FollowHow I Saved $14K on Realtor FeesEver wondered if you really have to cough up those huge real estate agent fees when buying or selling a home? Turns out, you don’t! Thanks to new rules, more folks are ditching the old 5-6% commission and going for flat-fee brokers. One guy even scored a $247K rebate on a $10M home. The catch? You’ve got to ask about your options and negotiate. Don’t just accept the sticker price—shop around and keep more cash in your pocket! #RealEstateHacks #HomeBuying #MoneyTips #FlatFeeBrokerage #SaveMoney #RealEstate43Share
Heather Moore+FollowWhy Buying a House Feels So Tricky NowThinking about buying a home? You’re not alone if it feels tougher lately. Home sales just hit their slowest April pace since 2009, thanks to mortgage rates climbing to nearly 7%. That means more people are waiting on the sidelines, and homes are sitting a bit longer before selling. The upside? There are finally a few more houses to choose from, but prices are still high. If you’re house-hunting, patience might pay off as inventory slowly builds. #HomeBuying #RealEstate #MoneyTips #MortgageRates00Share
davenportmeghan+FollowWhy Your Dream Home Feels Out of ReachThinking about buying a house? Mortgage rates are creeping back up to nearly 7%, making monthly payments steeper for everyone. Blame it on Wall Street jitters over the national debt and some political drama around taxes and tariffs. Even though there are more homes for sale, prices keep hitting new highs, and more deals are falling through. If you’re house hunting, keep an eye on rates—they could make or break your budget! #HomeBuying #MortgageRates #MoneyTips #RealEstate00Share
Kim Brown+FollowWalmart Prices Going Up? Here’s the ScoopHeads up, Walmart shoppers: your next grocery run might cost a bit more. Thanks to new tariffs, Walmart says prices on things like bananas, avocados, coffee, and even toys could start creeping up as soon as this summer. They stocked up early to keep shelves full, but once that stash runs out, expect to pay a little extra. So, if you’ve got a favorite snack or gadget, you might want to grab it now before prices jump! #Walmart #PriceHike #Tariffs #SmartShopping #MoneyTips #Shopping62Share
evanshaley+FollowThe Sneaky Appliance Draining Your WalletDid you know your old water heater could be quietly wrecking your energy bill? Heat pump water heaters are the upgrade nobody talks about, but they use way less electricity and can save a family up to $550 a year! Plus, there are tax credits up to $2,000 if you act fast. People are raving about lower bills and even a less humid basement. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to ditch your ancient tank, this is it! #HomeHacks #EnergySavings #EcoFriendly #MoneyTips #HomeUpgrade #Home153Share
Christina Davis+FollowWould Your Insurer Pull the Plug on You?Here’s a wild one for your coffee break: UnitedHealth, America’s biggest health insurer, is in hot water for allegedly pushing nurses to label seniors as 'do not resuscitate'—even when those folks wanted all the help they could get. Why? To save money, apparently. The company’s been accused of using AI to deny claims and even snooping on nursing home residents to pitch them new plans. Bottom line: When picking insurance, check the fine print and keep your loved ones in the loop! #healthcare #insurance #moneytips #seniorcare #consumeralert #Business00Share
Brad Caldwell+FollowWhy Pay Realtors So Much? Try Flat FeesEver wonder why buying or selling a house means handing over a fat chunk of cash to your agent? Some folks are ditching the old 5-6% commission and going for flat-fee brokers—think $10k instead of $250k on a luxury home! With new rules, you can actually negotiate your agent’s fee. So next time you’re house-hunting, ask about flat fees and keep more money for your own coffee bar! #RealEstateHacks #HomeBuying #MoneyTips #FlatFeeBroker #SaveMoney #RealEstate10Share
Keith Bass+FollowPart-Time Perks That Feel Full-TimeThink you need to grind 40 hours a week for health insurance or tuition help? Nope! Companies like UPS, Starbucks, and Nike are flipping the script, hooking up part-timers with sweet benefits—sometimes from day one. The big shift? You can now score healthcare, 401(k), and even paid time off while working just 20 hours a week. Perfect for students, parents, or anyone who wants more life in their work-life balance. Time to rethink that side hustle! #WorkLifeBalance #PartTimeJobs #CareerHacks #MoneyTips #Benefits #Business00Share
Nicole Washington+FollowCostco Nixes Disneyland Deals—Ouch!Just when you thought your summer getaway was set, Costco pulled the plug on their Disneyland vacation packages. If you were hoping to score a sweet deal, you’ll have to look elsewhere for now. Members are venting online, especially those who almost booked last minute. The upside? You can still snag other travel deals, and Costco just added a pay-over-time option for online shopping. Lesson learned: if you see a deal you like, don’t wait—book it! #CostcoTravel #Disneyland #TravelHacks #MoneyTips #DealAlert #Shopping51Share
christinewhite+FollowTrader Joe’s Tops Grocery Store Rankings?!Next time you’re picking up groceries, you might want to swing by Trader Joe’s. According to a massive review dive, TJ’s snagged the top spot for America’s favorite grocery chain, beating out Publix and WinCo. The surprise? Smaller, market-style stores (and even Italian delis!) actually scored higher than big-box giants like Walmart. If you want good vibes and great food, maybe skip the mega-marts and try a local gem—or just play Solitaire in the snack aisle! #GroceryHacks #TraderJoes #ShopSmart #MoneyTips #FoodieFinds #Shopping30Share
