deepblue4you / iStock.com Auto withdrawals in the US have hit a decade high. In December, the percentage of subprime auto borrowers who were at least 60 days late on their auto payments increased to 5.67%, according to Fitch Ratings, up from 2.58% in April 2021. Up from 5.04% in January 2009, the peak during the … Read more
It’s not uncommon for homeowners to shy away from major remodeling. From issues with getting your items arriving on time, hiccups in communicating with your electrician or contractor, to general bad luck when it comes to certain project expectations, home renovations come with a plethora of issues that can make a remodel last much longer … Read more
MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration quietly fired its top official in Mexico last year over improper contact with drug trafficker attorneys, an embarrassing end to a brief tenure brought on by deteriorating cooperation between countries and a record flow of cocaine , heroin and fentanyl across the border. Nicholas Palmeri’s contacts and … Read more
You lead from the front, aren’t afraid to make waves and let your voice be heard. A strong personality brings many rewards. You have many qualities that benefit not only you but others as well. In this article you will learn how to use your strong personality for good. 1) Lead by example One of … Read more
Want to give your home a luxurious facelift without spending a fortune? An affordable kitchen upgrade might be your best bet. According to a 2021 survey of more than 75,000 U.S. homeowners ages 18 and older conducted by home design website Houzz, the amount of money spent on home renovations increased 15 percent in the … Read more
Hiring new employees for your team is always a risk. While applications, resumes, and interviews can help you make an informed decision about whether you think someone is a good fit for your company, you never really know until you hire them and they start working in their role . For this reason, a probationary … Read more
An alarming fact has been lost after the ballroom shooting in Monterey Park, California, which killed 11 people: It took authorities five hours to alert the public that the gunman was at large Saturday night. Even after the 72-year-old gunman brought a submachine gun-style weapon to another nearby dance hall about half an hour later, … Read more
2. Color Blocking above This colour-blocked bathroom from Hong Kong design firm Lim + Lu matches a speckled terrazzo finish with a warm terracotta hue above Hong Kong-based designer Iman El Zeky uses colour-blocked shades of blue to create a calming effect in a bedroom Forget playing it safe: 2023 is all about being bold … Read more
When it comes to kitchen storage, there isn’t enough. For this reason, kitchen designers are embracing concepts that maximize the amount of storage space that cabinets can provide. By implementing effective kitchen wall storage solutions, you can make the most of the vertical and horizontal surfaces in this space and count every inch. If storage … Read more
It seems that every week in the world of vegan food news is more exciting than the last and this week is no exception. We start the new year in style with new vegan popcorn made by american idol Queen Kelly Clarkson and the Jonas Brothers. If you’re looking to start pizza in 2023, Emmy … Read more