Kathryn Underwood
Kate Underwood is a former high school teacher who now creates financial content for a variety of sites. Personal finance is a passion for her because it has enabled her to design a more purposeful life, and she loves sharing that empowerment with others.
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What are some things you didn't know you could pawn? You can make good money selling or pawning vintage items or other items in good condition.Consumer How Valuable Online Degrees Can Be
Are online degrees worth anything? Find out whether employers view online degrees as lesser than degrees earned on-campus.Real Estate Bernie Madoff's Infamous Playground — Discover Who Owns the Lipstick Building
Who owns the Lipstick Building, known for its role in the Bernie Madoff Ponzi scheme? Here's what we know about the midtown building and who owns it.Net Worth Rick Singer Is in Prison for Operation Varsity Blues Scam — What's He Worth Now?
Rick Singer made millions while running a massive college admissions scam coined "Operation Varsity Blues." Find out what his net worth is now.Net Worth Cordae, Naomi Osaka's Boyfriend and Baby's Father, Is Worth Millions
Cordae's net worth compared to girlfriend Naomi Osaka's is much less, though he's still a millionaire. Let's get to know Osaka's boyfriend better.Net Worth Adam Rich's Net Worth Was Low for a Former Child Actor — What Happened to Him?
Adam Rich passed away with less than $1 million left to his name. Sadly, he faced depression and addiction issues. What was Rich's net worth?Net Worth Ruth Madoff: Silent Beneficiary or Unwitting Victim in Husband's Ponzi Scheme?
Ruth Madoff's net worth changed after her husband's crimes were uncovered. She obviously benefitted some from the Ponzi scheme. What's her net worth?News Jeffry Picower Collected $7 Billion in Bernie Madoff's Ponzi Scheme — Who Is He?
Who is Jeffry Picower? The late American investor was involved with Ponzi scheme creator Bernie Madoff. We'll dive deeper into his role.Consumer Do You Check Your Receipts? TikTok Shopper Offers Reminder
Walmart shoppers getting charged $150 for bananas? It can happen, as one woman shared on TikTok recently. Be sure to check your receipt.Net Worth Guitarist Extraordinaire Michael Lockwood's Net Worth Hits the Million-Dollar Mark
What is Michael Lockwood's net worth? The guitarist was Lisa Marie Presley's fourth husband and father to her twin daughters. Here's what we know.News Linda Yaccarino Will Be the Next Twitter CEO — How Much Will She Make?
Elon Musk named Linda Yaccarino as his successor as Twitter CEO in a tweet on May 12, 2023. What is her new salary?Net Worth Famed Sports Executive Sonny Vaccaro Still Has a Solid Net Worth
Sonny Vaccaro's net worth is still holding strong in his eighties. The sports marketing executive brought Michael Jordan his first shoe deal.Net Worth Benjamin Keough's Net Worth Was Lower Than Expected for Elvis Presley's Grandson
Benjamin Keough was the only son of Lisa Marie Presley. He died by suicide in 2020. Here's an estimate of his net worth upon his death.Net Worth Damar Hamlin's Net Worth: The Wealthy MVP You Can't Ignore
After suffering cardiac arrest in January 2023, Damar Hamlin's net worth jumped by $2 million. Get more details on this and an update on his health.Net Worth Jeffrey Katzenberg's Net Worth After Decades in Hollywood
Jeffrey Katzenberg's net worth is massive thanks to his Hollywood production career and co-founding DreamWorks. His career has spanned decades.Net Worth Bombas Socks Empowers Change, One Step at a Time — Details on Net Worth
By 2018, Bombas Socks had made over $100 million in revenue per year. The company works to empower change. So, what's Bombas Socks's net worth?Consumer TrueBlue Is JetBlue's New Rewards Program — Check Out the Perks
JetBlue's new rewards program TrueBlue offers expanded levels and more ways to earn perks from the airline. Here's what we know about the program.Mortgages British Renters Can Now Get a 100 Percent Mortgage — Here's How
In the U.K., borrowers will be able to take out 100 percent mortgage loans, which means they don't have to put down a deposit. Here's what we know.Hospitality & Restaurants Airbnb vs. Hotels When You Travel — Weighing the Pros and Cons
Between Airbnbs and hotels, what's the better choice when you're traveling? Options vary widely, but each one has distinct pros and cons to consider.Jobs If You Sign a Non-Compete or Non-Disclosure Agreement, Here's What You're Giving Up
If you're asked to sign a non-compete or non-disclosure agreement during the hiring process, you need to understand what it means. Let's get into it.Company & Industry Overviews Cashing in on Crutches? The Truth About Whether Injured NFL Players Get Paid
NFL players who receive "football-related injuries" are entitled to receive their pay if it's a guaranteed contract (unlike Damar Hamlin's).Budgeting Disney Dining Plan Will Return in 2024 — When Visitors Can Book It
The Disney Dining Plan is set to return in 2024. Will the Disney Dining Plan cost go up, and can customers save money with a dining plan?Net Worth Diamond and Silk Were Worth Millions Prior to Lynette Hardaway's Death
Diamond of the pair 'Diamond and Silk' died on Jan. 8, 2023. What's Diamond and Silk's, the American conservative political commentators, net worth?Jobs Starting a Pooper Scooper Business Could Be a Good Side Hustle
Interested in how to start a pooper scooper business? It might not sound glamorous, but it could be a good side hustle for the right person.Company & Industry Overviews Passing the Championship Belt: WWE's Vince McMahon Sells Wrestling Empire
Did Vince McMahon sell WWE? Rumors suggest WWE could be sold to the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund or Endeavor. Are the rumors true?Jobs Love Cars and Movies? Get Paid to Binge Watch 'Fast & Furious' Movies
You can get paid to binge watch 'The Fast and the Furious' movies — here's how to apply for the gig. If you love cars and movies, don't miss this!Company & Industry Overviews Is Hobby Lobby About to Close Its Doors for Good? Rumors Debunked
Is Hobby Lobby going out of business? There have been lots of rumors going around. Are they true? Let's see where Hobby Lobby stands.Net Worth Inside Riley Keough's Complicated Net Worth: How the Rising Star Got Rich
As the daughter of the late Lisa Marie Presley, many wonder what Riley Keough's net worth is. Much of her fortune comes from her acting career.Company & Industry Overviews United Wholesale Mortgage Still on Top Despite Negative Reports
Who owns United Wholesale Mortgage? The nation's largest mortgage lender received negative press from Bloomberg in April. Here's what we know.Personal Finance How House Hacking Could Help You Save and Make a Lot of Money
What is house hacking? People use house hacking to make homeownership more affordable and pay off mortgages faster. Here's what we know.U.S. Economy & Politics Is Uncle Sam Broke? The Truth About the U.S. Government's Finances
if the U.S. were to default on its debt, meaning it didn't raise the debt ceiling, the nation would suffer immediate consequences and long-term effects.U.S. Economy & Politics Edge of the Fiscal Cliff: What Happens When the U.S. Treasury Runs Out of Money?
What happens when the Treasury runs out of money? Legislators have less than two weeks until that's expected to happen. Here's what we know.Budgeting Is the Chick-fil-A Budget Combo Hack From TikTok Worth It?
A Chick-fil-A budget combo hack is getting lots of views on TikTok. If you want to save a few bucks, try this way of ordering. Reviews are mixed.Net Worth TSheets Founder Matt Rissell's Net Worth Was Likely Huge
Matt Rissell's net worth as the founder of TSheets was likely impressive after the massive sale of the company in 2017. Here's what we know.Net Worth Vince McMahon's Net Worth: Uncovering How He Built His Wrestling Empire
Vince McMahon returned to WWE as chairman of the board in January 2023. A few months later, McMahon sold WWE. What's his net worth?Deals Retailers Offer Great Discounts for Firefighters and First Responders — Top Deals
Dozens of retailers offer firefighter discounts. The discounts may apply to all first responders. Most of the deals require verification.Food Industry AI Adoption Is Everywhere — How Will It Impact the Food Service Industry?
What is AI in food service going to do to the industry? More restaurants are adopting AI technology for tasks in food service. Here's what we know.Company & Industry Overviews What's Happening to Jenny Craig? Transition Phase, Explained
Is Jenny Craig going out of business? The weight-loss company is in a major transition phase and here's what customers can expect.Net Worth Who Is Patrick Bet-David? Entrepreneur and Financial Leader Found His Niche
Patrick Bet-David's net worth is impressive thanks to his YouTube channel Valuetainment and his financial services marketing company.Healthcare Check If Your Insurance Pays for an Ambulance Ride Ahead of Time and Be Prepared
If you're in an accident, are ambulance rides covered by insurance? It's important to know the answer before an accident happens. Let's get into it.Fast Money Dumpster Diving for Sustainability and Savings — How to Start
Learning how to dumpster dive could help you save money, but you should follow basic legal and safety guidelines. We have all the details.Company & Industry Overviews Education Tech Firm Chegg Faces Off Against ChatGPT
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Is it cheaper eating out than eating in? One TikToker compared the price of eating out at Chipotle vs. eating in. The outcome was surprising.Net Worth How Altimeter Capital CEO Brad Gerstner Made Big Money as Venture Capitalist
Brad Gerstner's net worth is high as the CEO of Altimeter Capital. The firm has led impressive investments into firms such as Snowflake.Banking Why Banks Have Been Failing — Is Your Money Safe?
Why are the banks failing in 2023? Here's a look at causes of three recent bank failures and how you can be confident about your bank.Consumer Inflation or Price-Gouging? TikToker Questions Walmart's Prices
A woman on TikTok shared Walmart's food inflation in the last two years via price comparison of essential groceries she has bought.Real Estate The Ugly Crypto House Finally Sold — Details on Buyer and Price
The ugly crypto home is located at 12021 Crewe Street in North Hollywood. It was on the market up until March 2023. Who bought the ugly crypto house?Media & Entertainment Want to Attend the Met Gala? It's Invite-Only and Doesn't Come Cheap
The Met Gala is an exclusive event attended by celebs to raise money for the famed museum. But there's still an entry price, so how much is a Met Gala ticket?Banking First Republic Bank Takeover Details — Who's Buying the Failed Bank?
What happened to First Republic Bank? Like Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, a different banking corporation has taken over. Let's get into it.