
Jennifer Farrington
Staff WriterLocation: Atlanta, Ga., USAEducation: Nova Southeastern UniversityFloridian at heart, Jennifer recently relocated to the Atlanta area to experience a new style of living. Once an elementary school teacher, she followed her passion for writing and turned it into a career. For 7+ years, she spent her time producing informative content on a number of legal practice areas including bankruptcy law, medical malpractice, estate planning, business law, family law, and more.
Since October 2021, Jennifer has served as a staff writer for Market Realist, covering everything from IPOs to details on Elon Musk’s businesses (and there is plenty to cover there).
When she’s not writing or spending time with her three amazing children, she’s rewatching Schitt’s Creek or the next trending show on Netflix.
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Is Ted Cruz’s Response to Big Bird's Tweet a Sign He Isn't Vaccinated?
Ted Cruz hasn't publicly announced that he received the COVID-19 vaccine. One Twitter response provides some clues. Net Worth
Microsoft CFO Amy Hood Has a Jaw-Dropping Net Worth
Currently, Amy Hood serves as Microsoft's CFO and Executive VP. She has an estimated net worth of $251 million. Company & Industry Overviews
What Percentage of Rivian Does Amazon Own After Its $1 Billion Investment?
After investing more than $1 billion in electric automaker Rivian, Amazon now holds a 20 percent stake in the company. News
Is Barstool Founder Dave Portnoy Vaccinated Against COVID-19?
Dave Portnoy hasn't confirmed whether he received the COVID-19 vaccine, although he stood up for Joe Rogan. Company & Industry Overviews
Is Another Tesla Factory Coming to China? Rumors Addressed
Neither Tesla nor billionaire founder Elon Musk has confirmed that a new factory is going to be built in China. U.S. Economy & Politics
Donald Trump Has Supporters and Adversaries—What About Aaron Rodgers?
Aaron Rodgers hasn't said that he supports Donald Trump, but his response to the COVID-19 pandemic makes people wonder. Consumer
Starbucks’ Holiday Beverages and Decorative Cups Arrive for 2021
Starbucks will start offering its holiday beverages and decorative cups on Nov. 4. What will the holiday menu look like? Real Estate
Zillow Exits the Home-Flipping Business, With Layoffs To Come
Zillow is closing down its iBuyer sector (buying and flipping homes) after housing costs have become unpredictable during the COVID-19 pandemic. Cryptocurrency & Blockchain
Elijah Wood Sells Jungle Freaks NFTs—Is the Artist Behind Them Racist?
Elijah Wood sold his Jungle Freaks NFTs after learning that the artist behind the NFTs created "disturbing artwork." Net Worth
Fox News Reporter Lawrence Jones III Has a Net Worth in the Millions
Lawrence B. Jones III is a "Fox & Friends" enterprise reporter. His net worth is estimated to be $1.5 million. Consumer
Allbirds Uses Sustainable Materials—Is It a Good Investment?
Allbirds manufacturers its shoes and clothing from products derived from natural resources or recycled materials. Where are the products made? News
McDonald’s Will Be Giving Away a Limited Edition McRib NFT via Twitter
The McDonald’s McRib NFT is being created in celebration of the McRib’s 40th anniversary. Here are all the details. Financials
GoodRx Claims It’s 100% Free—How Does the Company Make Its Profits?
GoodRx Holdings (GDRX) allows customers them to purchase prescriptions at the lowest cost. How does GoodRx make money? News
Novavax Stock Is Rising After COVID-19 Vaccine Authorization
Novavax received authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use in Indonesia and the stock has increased. Real Insights
Here's How You Can Completely Disappear From the Internet
If you no longer want to be present in the virtual world, you can remove yourself from it by deleting all content that traces back to you. U.S. Economy & Politics
The Biden Administration is Focusing Its Efforts on These 4 Priorities
The Biden administration is working toward combating the COVID-19 pandemic, tackling climate change, and building a better, more sustainable economy. Consumer
Consumers Still Struggle to Find PlayStation 5 Amid Chip Shortage
Sony Playstation 5 is hard to find due to chip shortages. The shortages are expected to last until 2022. Investments & Deals
Publicly Traded Sports Teams Are Rare—How to Invest in Sports Teams
There aren't many sports team franchises that are publicly traded. How can you invest in sports teams? Company & Industry Overviews
Did CEO Chris Xu Grow His Company Shein Into a Billion-Dollar Business?
Shein CEO Chris Xu has reportedly grown the company into a billion-dollar business. There's also been talk of Shein going public. Insurance
Is Travel Insurance Needed or Just an Added Expense?
Travel insurance reduces your financial risk in the event that you have to cancel your travel plans or push them back. Net Worth
What’s Rent the Runway CEO Jennifer Hyman Worth After the Company’s IPO?
Jennifer Hyman, CEO and co-founder of Rent the Runway, has an estimated net worth of $300 million. Real Insights
Want to Know How Much You’ll Get Back in Taxes in 2022? Here Are Some New Credits You May Collect
The 2021 American Rescue Plan Act called for the issuance of new and larger tax credits. These will reduce taxable income and increase refunds for the 2021 tax filing year. IPOs
Sweetgreen Shares Its Expansion Plans After Filing IPO
On Oct. 25, Sweetgreen announced it plans to go public. According to the company, its valuation is more than $1 billion. News
Is Jake Cefolia’s Death Connected to His Criminal Investigation?
Jake Cefolia was under investigation at the time he went missing in 2021, although it isn't clear if the criminal investigation is linked to his death. U.S. Economy & Politics
People Say Mark Zuckerberg Is Republican—Is It True?
While many affiliate Mark Zuckerberg with the Republican Party, he hasn't openly announced that he's a Republican. IPOs
Volvo Cuts Valuation by $5 Billion Days Before Its Scheduled IPO
Volvo announced it would be going public on Oct. 29, trading on the Nasdaq Stockholm and offering stock at the lower end of its initial range. Real Insights
Are Atmospheric Rivers Actual Streams of Water in the Sky?
An atmospheric river is a stream of water vapor that's collected from warmer regions like the tropics and carried by wind in the atmosphere. Net Worth
How Did LinkedIn Co-Founder Reid Hoffman Earn His Billionaire Status?
Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn and partner at Greylock Partners, has an estimated net worth of $2.4 billion. Healthcare
Will the Expansion of Medicare Benefits Be Trimmed from Biden’s Infrastructure Bill?
President Joe Biden supports the expansion of Medicare benefits outlined in his infrastructure bill, but Senators Manchin and Sinema are opposed. Consumer
President Biden Admits Gas Prices Will Remain High Now... And as We Enter 2022
When asked about the rise in gas prices, President Joe Biden said it won't be until 2022 when we will begin to see gas prices drop. Consumer
Yearly Cell Phone Upgrades Are Nice, but Are They Necessary?
Upgrading your phone yearly gives you access to latest features cell phones have to offer. Should you upgrade your phone early? News
Donald Trump's Social Media App, TRUTH Social, Gets Hacked
Hours after Donald Trump announced his new social network, TRUTH Social, the app was hacked. Who hacked the social app? Real Insights
Heads Up—That Suspicious Email From NortonLifeLock Might Be a Scam
NortonLifeLock announced scammers are using the company name to defraud people. If you received a suspicious email from NortonLifeLock, it could be a scam. Consumer
Supply-Chain Issues Cause Another Shortage: Blue Paint
Painting companies are struggling to get materials needed to create painting supplies. Some are complaining of a blue paint shortage. Healthcare
Can COVID-19 Vaccines Be Mixed?
The FDA recommends that certain individuals follow up their COVID-19 vaccine with a booster shot. Some may be able to mix vaccines. Consumer
FDA Proposes to Make OTC Hearing Aids Accessible—Who Will Sell Them?
The FDA proposed a rule that would allow the sale of over-the-counter hearing aids to make the devices easier to buy. News
Facebook Will Soon Be Known as a Metaverse—Details on the Rebranding
Facebook announced that it will transition into becoming a metaverse. It will announce a name change next week. News
Steve Bannon Skipped His Deposition—Where Is He Living?
After missing his scheduled deposition, many people wonder where Steve Bannon is living. Is he hiding somewhere? News
Apple Music Voice Plan Is Only $4.99 a Month: Is It Worth It?
Apple announced that it will launch the Apple Music Voice plan later this fall at $4.99 per month. Is it a good buy? News
How Do Apple AirPods 3 Compare to AirPods Pro? Price and Features
Apple will release its 3rd generation of AirPods on Oct. 26. They will cost $179 compared to $249 for the AirPods Pro. U.S. Economy & Politics
Being President Has Many Perks—Is Not Paying Taxes One of Them?
The President of the U.S. is required to pay tax on their income. However, they're not required by law to disclose their tax returns to the public. Net Worth
How Condoleezza Rice Made Her Estimated $12 Million Net Worth
Condoleezza Rice, an American politician and educator, has an estimated net worth of $12 million. Consumer
When Do Walmart’s Black Friday Deals Start in 2021?
Walmart will start offering Black Friday deals on Nov. 3 and continue to offer them throughout the entire month. News
Did Biden Exempt Congress From the COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate?
While certain federal employees must become fully vaccinated, Congress isn't required to comply with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. News
Several U.S. Companies Mandate COVID-19 Vaccine: Is Fox News One Them?
In accordance with President Biden’s COVID-19 Action Plan, Fox News is encouraging employees to get vaccinated. Financials
Employee Stock Options: How Do They Work in Startup Companies?
Startup companies sometimes give employees and investors stock options. Stock options allow you to buy a certain number of shares at a defined price. News
Americans Warned Supply Chain Issues Will Worsen, Shortages to Come
The COVID-19 pandemic sparked supply chain issues. Slowed production in China and a build-up of cargo shipping containers at U.S. ports are causing shortages. Real Estate
Who is Profiting From the Biltmore Estate? Owners Revealed
The Biltmore Estate is owned by The Biltmore Company. The estate has been in the Vanderbilt family since construction in the 1890's and remains family-owned. Personal Finance
Several Factors Determine How Your Social Security Benefits Are Calculated
Social Security benefits are calculated using a specific formula based on your date of birth, lifetime earnings and other factors. Here's how you Social Security benefits are calculated. Personal Finance
What is the Best State to Retire in for Tax Purposes?
Many states offer tax breaks to retirees. What states are tax-friendly and reduce tax costs for their retired population?
