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☆ Judge allows Trump co-defendant to continue to fight for 500,000 ballots from Fulton County to argue debunked fraud claims
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-28 | by ( Nick Valencia | Jason Morris | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —A Fulton County judge will allow a co-defendant of Donald Trump in the Georgia election subversion case to continue his effort to access thousands of 2020 ballots to argue debunked voter fraud theories. Floyd’s attorneys are pushing to access more than 500,000 ballots from Fulton County, claiming they intend to produce “evidence” that thousands of votes were improperly excluded from the final vote tally. Defendant Harrison Floyd with attorney Christopher Kachouroff in court during a hearing at the Fulton County Courthouse on May 28 in Atlanta. Dennis Byron/Pool/Getty ImagesChad Alexis, senior assistant attorney for Fulton County, pushed back on 2020 voter-fraud arguments from Floyd’s attorneys. The Fulton County racketeering case against Trump has effectively been at a standstill.

Persons: Donald Trump, Harrison Floyd, Trump, Joe Biden, Scott McAfee, McAfee, Brad Raffensperger, Floyd, Christopher Kachouroff, Dennis Byron, Chad Alexis, Alexis, ” Alexis, Fani Willis, Nathan Wade Organizations: CNN, Trump, Fulton, Republican, Courthouse Locations: Fulton, Georgia, Fulton County, Maryland, Atlanta

☆ Target is lowering prices and boosting its budget brands as it battles Walmart for shoppers on the hunt for deals
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-26 | by ( Dominick Reuter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Walmart has augmented its reputation for low prices with a number of Target-coded improvements such as refreshed stores, upscale product assortment, and smoother e-commerce options to see strong gains among higher-income shoppers. AdvertisementThe numbers indicate Walmart (among others) may be picking Target's pocket in terms of market share as inflation-weary consumers hunt for the best value for their dollar. Earlier this year, Target went after budget-minded buyers with a new line of essentials under the Dealworthy brand. Then late last month, Walmart took a shot at Target's Good & Gather-owned brand with an all-new upscale private label called Bettergoods.

Persons: —, Brian Cornell, Cornell, Christina Hennington, Target, Bettergoods, Hennington, We've Organizations: Service, Walmart, Business, Target Locations: Dealworthy

☆ 6 Podcasts About the Joys and Terrors of Air Travel
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-25 | by ( Emma Dibdin | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +3 min

It’s a nerve-racking time to be a frequent flier in the United States. Despite this, air travel statistically remains the safest form of mass transit in the United States, and it’s worth keeping the risks in perspective. Some of these podcasts do just that by exploring the true stories of air disasters (and why they are so rare), while others are love letters to life in the skies, hosted by proud aviation geeks who have travel tips, airport reviews and nostalgic industry history to share. Billed as “a true crime podcast in the air,” this series ended production last summer but has a back catalog of 150 episodes, each focusing on a different air disaster in meticulous detail. Both hosts are also regular air travelers, and they share packing tips, review specific aircrafts and airlines and reflect on how travel has changed throughout these recent, turbulent years.

Persons: overscheduling, Chesley “ Sully ” Sullenberger, Gustavo Sorola, Chris Demarais, you’ve, Doug, Drew Organizations: Boeing, Justice Department, New York Times, US Airways, Max, JetBlue, Spirit Locations: United States, Hudson

☆ A woman rented out her $1.7M LA home — then her tenant left the country and turned it into an illegal Airbnb: report
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-24 | by ( Joshua Zitser | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

"He seemed like the perfect tenant until he turned into a nightmare," Sriram told the outlet. When confronted, Jarzabek denied subletting the property, but Sriram found listings for it on Airbnb, the Times reported. AdvertisementInitially, the Airbnb account was hosted by someone named Rich Jacobs. Sriram told the Times she eventually resorted to showing up at the property to warn guests about the situation. According to the Times, Jarzabek stopped paying rent after Sriram filed the eviction notice.

Persons: —, Nikeeta Sriram, Sriram, Nicholas Jarzabek, Jarzabek, Rich Jacobs, Monthier, Airbnb, Jacobs, Nick Diver, Diver Organizations: Service, Los Angeles Times, The Times, Business, Times, Police, Los Angeles Superior Court Locations: Angeles, United Kingdom, Los Feliz, LA, London, Airbnb

The information for the following product(s) has been collected independently by Business Insider: Wyndham Rewards® Earner Plus Card, Wyndham Rewards® Earner Card, Wyndham Rewards® Earner Business Card, Capital One Spark Miles for Business†, Capital One Spark Miles Select for Business†. Introduction to Wyndham RewardsWhile it's often overshadowed by bigger and flashier hotel loyalty programs, Wyndham Rewards deserves some attention, too. How to join Wyndham Rewards and start earning points and elite statusTravelers can enroll in Wyndham Rewards for free, and automatically receive free Wi-Fi during stays. Earning Wyndham pointsThere are myriad ways to accumulate Wyndham points, beginning with the most obvious option: Hotel stays through Wyndham. Wyndham Rewards frequently asked questionsHow can I earn Wyndham Rewards points without staying at a hotel?

Persons: Wyndham, Howard Johnson, gofree Wyndham, Cardholders, cardholders, Wyndham Timeshare, you'll, it's, Wyndham Rewards, redemptions, Maui Oceanfront, Redemptions, Eric Rosen Eric Rosen, Condé Organizations: Business, Wyndham Rewards, Wyndham, Business †, Vacasa, Read, Wyndham Grand, Ramada, Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton, Diamond, Base, Caesars Entertainment, Walmart, Target, Avis, Caesars, Staples, Lowes, Apple, Marathon Gas, Wyndham Hotels, Club Wyndham, Caesars Rewards, Costco, National Parks Conservation Association, National Geographic, Bloomberg Locations: AmericInn, La, Travelodge, North America, Belize, Costa Rica, Wyndham, Paris, Las Vegas, Macy's, Grubhub, Waikiki, Oahu, Kona, Hai Villas, Kauai, Chevron, Los Angeles, Australia, Kenya, Laos

☆ The 3 best dog cooling mats and pads of 2024
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-24 | by ( Christy Caplan | Lisa Sabatini | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +13 min

Shop at Amazon Shop at Chewy What we like Check mark icon A check mark. AdvertisementBest for travelThe Green Pet Shop Cool Pet Pad The Green Pet Cool Pet Pad is the best mat for keeping dogs cool on the go. Most of the best dog cooling mats are too small for giant breeds, but the Arf Pets Pad is an exception. AdvertisementHow we tested the best dog cooling mats and padsI evaluated whether each mat could fit inside of a standard-sized dog crate. Christine Caplan/InsiderThe best dog cooling mats and pads in this guide were provided as editorial review samples by their manufacturers.

Persons: Walter, Krista Miller, Read, Christy Caplan, It's, Christine Caplan Organizations: Business, YouTube, Amazon Best, Shop Locations: Pacific

☆ Jane Seymour on Her Best Movie & TV Roles: 'Wedding Crashers,' 'Dr. Quinn,' 'Bond'
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-23 | by ( Caralynn Matassa | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +14 min

AdvertisementI had to look and play a virgin — which I managed to do quite convincingly into my 40s on "Dr. Quinn," by the way. But I've only ever done two TV series, so now it's "Dr. Quinn" or "Harry Wild." AdvertisementAnd by the way, I got the worst reviews ever on "Dr. Quinn" as well. Studio Seven Productions/NM/Sygma via Getty ImagesI was going to bring up "Dr. Quinn" next — did you expect it to turn into such a beloved show when you initially signed on? There's another factoid that when I did "Dr. Quinn," I only washed my hair in English rainwater that was flown in on a 747 every week.

Persons: Roger Moore, Jane Seymour, Bond, Seymour, Harry Wild, she's, She's, Lindsay Lohan's, — she's, Christopher Reeve, Quinn, " Milne, I'd, It's, I'm, I've, Christopher Reeve Jane Seymour, Eddie Sanderson, Dana, Reeve, Chris, —, Sir, Shaw, Colin Powell, Dr, Doctor Quinn, Jane, she'll, we've, it's, Owen Wilson, You've, it'd, Owen, I'm Kitty Cat, Steffan, Princess Leia, Spielberg, Richard Chamberlain Organizations: Business, Acorn, Netflix, Hearts Foundation, Medicine, Seven, Getty, CBS, Orange, Raiders Locations: English, Dublin, Calgary, Eden, Hong Kong, New York, Mexico

☆ ManpowerGroup CEO says there's a 'significant' promise of productivity gains with AI
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-23 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailManpowerGroup CEO says there's a 'significant' promise of productivity gains with AISpeaking to CNBC at VivaTech in Paris, ManpowerGroup CEO Jonas Prising reviews the potential impact of artificial intelligence on the workforce.

Persons: there's, Jonas Prising Organizations: CNBC, VivaTech Locations: Paris

☆ Jenny Nicholson breaks down Disney’s ‘Star Wars’ hotel closure
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-23 | by ( Aj Willingham | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

Some of her most popular videos cover shows and movies like “The Vampire Diaries,” “Pirates of the Caribbean” and installments in the “Star Wars” franchise. None of them are nearly as long as her most recent video, “The Spectacular Failure of the Star Wars Hotel.”Over the course of 20 video chapters, Nicholson details her 2022 stay at the “Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser” hotel in Orlando, Florida. The tale is likely familiar to Disney and Star Wars fans, many of whom heard about the high-dollar, high-concept hotel and its closure in 2023. The big draw of the hotel lay in what Disney marketing called an “immersive, customizable Star Wars experience” that Nicholson equated to LARPing, or live-action roleplaying. “I couldn’t care less about some dumb Star Wars hotel, but give me those 4 hours,” one X user said.

Persons: YouTuber Jenny Nicholson, ”, Nicholson, Allen J, Gen, Disney, Bob Iger, CNN’s Natasha Chen Organizations: CNN, Disney, Walt Disney, ” “ Pirates, “, Wars, Star Wars, Los Angeles Times, Star, Google, Magic, Orlando’s Walt Disney, Disney Parks, Galactic, ’ Locations: Caribbean, Orlando , Florida, Walt, Orlando’s, Anaheim, Florida

CFP Daniel Masuda Lehrman says the two biggest contributors to poverty are housing and cars. I spoke with certified financial planner Daniel Masuda Lehrman founder of Masuda Lehrman Wealth, a Honolulu, Hawaii-based financial planning firm, on how Asians living in poverty can handle several money challenges at once. That's because housing is usually the biggest expense in your budget, says Masuda Lehrman, who specializes in multigenerational wealth. If you have credit card debt, see what hardship options the card issuer offers. Consider a credit card balance transferCredit card debt is expensive.

Persons: Daniel Masuda Lehrman, Masuda, Masuda Lehrman, there's, —, doesn't Organizations: Pacific Islander Heritage, Pew Research Locations: American, America, U.S, Honolulu , Hawaii

☆ Humane AI is reportedly looking for a buyer, just weeks after its disastrous wearables launch
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-22 | by ( Meghan Morris | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Humane is exploring a sale, seeking $750 million to $1 billion, Bloomberg reported. The AI startup, valued at $850 million in 2023, hired a financial adviser for the process. AdvertisementOn the heels of its widely-panned wearables launch, artificial intelligence startup Humane is looking for a buyer, Bloomberg reported Tuesday. The company, which The Information reported was valued last year at $850 million, is seeking a price of $750 million to $1 billion, Bloomberg reported. The outlet said Humane hired an unnamed financial adviser for the process and that it may not result in a deal.

Persons: — Organizations: Bloomberg, Service, Business

☆ London's answer to 'Selling Sunset' has just dropped on Netflix — and it's already getting dragged
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-22 | by ( Alexandra Bacon | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewA new reality show, "Buying London," dropped on Netflix on Wednesday, and it's all about London's luxury real estate market. The show is centered on Daniel Daggers and his team of real estate agents at the property company DDRE Global. Daggers says he's sold over £5 billion ($6.4 billion) of real estate over the course of his 25 years in the industry. And it's also been a success for the real estate agents involved. Mary Fitzgerald, a real-estate agent on "Selling Sunset," previously told BI that she has got more clients since appearing on the show and now sells at higher prices than before.

Persons: —, Daniel Daggers, he's, Ken Griffin, Mr, Lauren Christy, Nicole, Rebecca Nicholson, I'm, Carol Midgley, Rosi Walden, Zoe McConnell, it's, Mary Fitzgerald Organizations: Service, Netflix, DDRE, Business, DDRE Global, Guardian, The Times Locations: London, Mayfair, Holland, The, Los Angeles

☆ Businesses in D.C. Blame the Government for the District’s Empty Offices
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-22 | by ( Alexander Nazaryan | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: 1 min

Kostas Fostieris grew wistful as he remembered the workday crowds that once flocked to Greek Deli & Catering, a small restaurant a few blocks from the White House that he has operated for 35 years. At lunch, the line would stretch down the block, Mr. Fostieris said. But then the coronavirus pandemic swept the nation, and the lunch crowds vanished. “It’s like the day and night,” Mr. Fostieris lamented as he sat against a wall adorned with signed photographs of the current and former presidents as well as a plethora of framed reviews — some faded, all glowing — from newspapers, magazines and guidebooks. When asked if business on certain weekdays was especially slow, Mr. Fostieris answered quickly: “Every day.”

Persons: Kostas Fostieris, Fostieris, “, ” Mr, ” Organizations: Deli, Catering

So far in May, 30-year mortgage rates have averaged around 6.75%, which is 10 basis points lower than the previous month's average. If the next few months continue to show that inflation is decelerating, mortgage rates could go down further this year. See more mortgage rates on Zillow Real Estate on ZillowMortgage CalculatorUse our free mortgage calculator to see how today's mortgage rates would impact your monthly payments. 15-Year Fixed Mortgage Rates Go Down (-0.09%)The average 15-year mortgage rate is 6.00%, nine basis points lower than last week. Mortgage rates also rose dramatically in 2023, though they started trending back down toward the end of the year.

Persons: they'll, you'll, It's, refinance Organizations: Zillow, FHA Locations: Chevron

We recently got an in-depth look at how mattresses were made on a tour of the 3Z Brands factory in Glendale, Arizona. With the extra capacity, 3Z Brands also makes mattresses for other companies, including Nectar, GhostBed, Allswell, and Nest Bedding. Here's a detailed account of our tour of the 3Z Brands factory and a look into how mattresses are made, from sewing to packaging. AdvertisementConstructing the pocket coilsThe pocket springs found in hybrid mattresses arrive at the factory in huge coils. AdvertisementAssembling the mattressOnce the foam, pocket springs, and mattress covers are ready, it's time to assemble all the components together.

Persons: Brands, James Brains, 3Z, Jaclyn Turner, John Merwin, serging, Jaclyn, Stephen Light Organizations: Business, 3Z Brands, 3Z Locations: Glendale , Arizona, Brooklyn

☆ So you finally got TSA pre-check. Here's how to avoid being the most annoying person in line and get through fastest.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-21 | by ( Joey Hadden | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

In the TSA PreCheck line, pre-screened travelers can go through security quickly without taking off their shoes or removing electronics or liquids from their carry-on bags. In November 2023, the TSA reported that more than 17 million Americans have TSA PreCheck. Ott said this can cause the line to move slower, but he shared his best tips for TSA PreCheck travelers. I have it in my backpack, knowing I'll put it on as soon as I get through PreCheck," Ott told BI. Be ready before it's your turnWhen you first get in line, Ott recommends having your boarding pass and identification out before it's your turn to show them.

Persons: —, Chase, John Raoux Gilbert Ott, Ott, ROBYN BECK, we'd Organizations: Service, TSA, Business, Venture, Capital, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Delta, American Express, AP, Getty

☆ Children continue to work at poultry processor, Labor Department says, even after teen worker’s recent death
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-21 | by ( Danielle Wiener-Bronner | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

New York CNN —Children have again been found working at a Mar-Jac Poultry slaughterhouse, according to the US Department of Labor. The latest discovery in Alabama comes less than a year after a teen worker was killed at a company facility in Mississippi. The DOL’s recent allegation follows an incident last year in which a teen died at a Mar-Jac facility in Mississippi. According to Mar-Jac Poultry Alabama’s website, “Mar-Jac Poultry does not sell to the general public, individual restaurants or convenience stores. The Labor Department has lately been trying to crack down on incidents of child labor, especially at meatpacking facilities.

Persons: DOL, ”, Mar, Jac, “ Mar, “, Jac Poultry, —, Kavilanz, Amy Simonson Organizations: New, New York CNN, Jac, US Department of Labor, CNN, Mar, Labor, Fair Labor, ABC News, Occupational Safety, Health Administration, The Labor Department, Department of Labor, Health, Human Services Locations: New York, Alabama, Mississippi, Mississippi , Alabama, Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi, DOL, Fayette

With that in mind, we've rounded up the best Brooklyn Bedding Memorial Day deals to help you shop a little easier. The discounts include Insider Reviews favorites like the Plank Mattress and the Aurora Luxe Mattress. Below are some of our favorite products on sale during Brooklyn Bedding's Memorial Day event. For even more of the holiday's savings, check out our roundups of the best Memorial Day sales, the best Memorial Day mattress sales, and the best Memorial Day furniture sales..Brooklyn Bedding Memorial Day dealsBrooklyn Bedding Plank Firm Luxe $1,149.00 $1,532.00 Save 25% Firm mattresses can sometimes be the best option for sleepers with back pain. Shop at Brooklyn BeddingBrowse the best Memorial Day mattress deals here.

Organizations: Business, Brooklyn Locations: Brooklyn

☆ Francis Ford Coppola says his sci-fi saga 'Megalopolis' is being panned because Hollywood doesn't like rule-breakers
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-19 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Coppola has responded to the negative reaction, expressing his belief that detractors have conspired against him because the film "doesn't play by Hollywood's current rules." AdvertisementHe then dismissed those who had pejoratively called the film a "passion project," stating, "I've never made a film that wasn't a passion project." Little White Lies's David Jenkins wrote that "Megalopolis" is a "celebration of unfettered creativity and farsightedness" and features "a script of toe-tapping word-jazz." To fund "Megalopolis" Coppola sold a significant share of his Northern California wine empire, according to GQ.

Persons: —, Francis Ford Coppola's, Adam Driver, Aubrey Plaza, Jon Voight, Laurence Fishburne, Romy Mars, Sofia Coppola, Coppola, I've, Nathalie Emmanuel, Esther Zuckerman, Peter Bradshaw, Jessica Kiang, White, David Jenkins, Deadline's Damon Wise, Darren Demetre Organizations: Service, Cannes, Business, Air, Daily, GQ, Guardian Locations: Rome, Northern California

☆ How to buy a great bottle of wine—and which ones to 'stay completely away from,' according to a sommelier
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-19 | by ( Ryan Ermey | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

We picked the wine store. Enlist helpYour best bet for getting a great bottle, Baker-Briggs says, is to have someone like him walking you through the aisles. And that's not a bad thing, provided you're looking at the right stuff. "No one making quality wine is putting those things on their label." However, that may mean the wine is mass produced and not the special bottle you're looking for.

Persons: Thatcher Baker, Briggs, Baker, crowdsource, " Baker, That's Organizations: Thatcher's Locations: France, Italy

☆ Meet WiFi Money: Wealthy Finance Influencers Who Infuriated Investors
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-19 | by ( Rob Price | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +26 min

The Texas couple were staring down more than $100,000 in debt, much of which they had poured into WiFi Money. Those who give their money to WiFi Money are often encouraged to sign up other people in return for a cut of their profits — and perhaps, one day, a chance to become part of the WiFi Money crew. As the money poured in, WiFi Money gained a patina of mainstream credibility. AdvertisementThrough WiFi Money, Moeller and Frederick had created a virtuous cycle of money and influence. The same month investors took WiFi Money to court over the stores, DBC announced it was closing down.

Persons: Alex Moeller, influencer, Jasmine Sadry, Joey Martin, Martin, Moeller, Chris Frederick, Casa Moeller Martinez, MentorCI, Kim Kardashians, Gary Vee, Uber, Etsy, Farnaz Ghaedipour, Frederick, Jay Gatsby, Scott Fitzgerald's, Brandon Celi, There's, Billy, Chris Casey, There's Todd Cahill, Liz Friesen, Tana Mongeau, Kardashian, —, James Ragano, BI Moeller, wouldn't, Kyle McDougal, Sadry, Kyncey, McDougal, hustlers, Kevin O'Leary, Jordan Belfort, Ronaldinho, Glenn Beck, I've, he'd, Daemon, I'm, they'd, It's, Chris Costello, Francis, Ashley, Costello, Gatsby, Casey, Avery Williamson, Victor Bermudez, DBC, They're, Instagram, Rolex Submariner Organizations: WiFi, Lamborghini, McLaren, Fox News, YouTube, Invest, Stanford University, PBS, BI, Social, Yahoo Finance, Business, Times, Piccadilly Circus, Fort, DMs, Kyncey Investments, Amazon, Kyncey, Investors, CNN, Fox Business, Big Tech, Florida Tropics Soccer Club, Royce, WiFi Money, Federal Trade Commission, WifiMoney, IRS, NFL, Dallas, Rolex Locations: Instagram, Mexico, Texas, Dallas, Quito, Ecuador, @amoeller, Florida, pecs, Maryland, Europe, Illinois, Mita, Burj, Fort Worth, dropshipping, Brazilian, New York City, ensconced, Minnesota, Los Angeles, Munich

☆ Is America ready for a $400 pineapple? Luxury fruit is now a thing
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-19 | by ( Danielle Wiener-Bronner | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

The Rubyglow pineapple –— bred for its distinctive red exterior and its sweetness — costs $395.99 at Melissa’s Produce, a California-based seller of specialty fruit and veggies. It took Del Monte, a wholesaler which sells a variety of produce but specializes in pineapple, a decade and a half to develop the red-hued fruit. And yet, there’s interest in premium fruit — enough to convince Del Monte to bring the Rubyglow, which is grown in Costa Rica, stateside. Courtesy Fresh Del MonteThe Pinkglow was never supposed to be a grocery list staple, said Melissa Mackay, VP of marketing in North America at Del Monte. Melissa’s started with 50 pineapples, according to Robert Schueller, director of public relations at Melissa’s Produce.

Persons: Del, ”, Cindy van Rijswick, “ there’s, Cotton Candy, McIntosh, Jim Luby, Patrick T, Fallon, Luby, Lane Turner, Oishii, Hiroki Koga, Jerod Harris, Melissa Mackay, “, It’s, Melanie Zanoza Bartelme, pricey, Hailey, Strawberry, it’s, Melissa’s, Robert Schueller, ” Schueller, Bo Corley, ” Corley, Corley Organizations: New, New York CNN, “, University of Minnesota, Getty, Rabobank, Citrus, Boston Globe, Vox Media, Del, Mintel, Melissa’s Locations: New York, California, Del Monte, China, United States, America, Costa Rica, AFP, Minnesota, Beverly Hills , California, North America, Erewhon, Angeles, Las Vegas, Southern California

☆ Airbnb hosts are bracing for an unpredictable summer
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-19 | by ( Dan Latu | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Read previewLast summer ushered in a new normal for hosts on Airbnb and other short-term rental booking websites. Ahead of summer 2024, hosts face pressure to stand out from all the other listings in their areas. Adding additional stress is the increased unpredictability of travelers themselves — hosts say guests are booking trips more last-minute than the advance-planning of years past. With direct bookings, hosts are responsible for collecting the proper paperwork for background checks and payment information, and they don't have the additional insurance offered by the major platforms. Influencers can also help promote direct booking, Burke said.

Persons: —, Vrbo, they're, Emily Burke, Rick Kenworthy, he's, Kenworthy, Ryan Villines, Villines, Burke, she'll, she's, they've, who've, Influencers, Tulsans Organizations: Service, Business, Airbnb Locations: Tulsa , Oklahoma, Arizona, Scottsdale, Phoenix, Airbnb, Missouri, Tulsa

Mortgage rates dropped last week following the release of April's Consumer Price Index data, which showed that inflation slowed last month. Mortgage rates are expected to go down as inflation decelerates toward the Fed's 2% target level. See more mortgage rates on Zillow Real Estate on ZillowMortgage CalculatorUse our free mortgage calculator to see how today's mortgage rates will affect your monthly and long-term payments. Now that the Fed has paused hiking rates, mortgage rates have come down a bit. Once the Fed starts cutting rates, which is likely to happen this year, mortgage rates should fall even further.

Persons: Freddie Mac Organizations: April's, Federal Reserve, Mortgage, Zillow, Fed Locations: Chevron

With average credit card interest rates at 21.59% as of February 2024 per the Federal Reserve, carrying any amount of credit card debt can become costly in a hurry. Can a debt consolidation loan actually make debt worse? "Their credit score tanks, which means they can't get another debt consolidation loan or even a credit card," said Dvorkin. Debt consolidation doesn't solve spending issuesFinancial expert Andrea Woroch points out that debt consolidation may be nothing more than a Band-Aid if you don't identify and fix the poor money management habits that got you into debt in the first place. Some debt consolidation loans have additional risksFinally, remember that some types of loans you can use for debt consolidation have a unique set of risks.

Persons: Howard Dvorkin, they're, Andrea Woroch, Kendall Meade, SoFi, Meade, Anne Lester, Lester Organizations: Federal Reserve, Business, Solutions, Asset Management

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