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☆ I worked from a luxury co-working space in Brooklyn where a desk costs half my rent. Companies struggling to lure employees back to the office should take notes.
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-05 | by ( Hannah Towey | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

The second thing that stood out to me was the variety of seating options available. As someone who enjoys switching between a couch, table, and desk while working from home, I miss this kind of flexibility when working from the office. The Malin Williamsburg Lesley Unruh

And the stock market isn't the only aspect of the economy that's hurting soon-to-be retirees. Saving for retirement 101Most people have three primary sources of income in retirement: personal retirement accounts (401(k)s and IRAs), pensions and Social Security. In retirement, the individual would withdraw no more than 4% of their retirement portfolio annually, while adjusting for inflation. If you've been maintaining a diversified retirement portfolio with 60% allocated towards stocks and 40% towards bonds, you've probably noticed both asset classes taking big hits. But of course, if the market hasn't bottomed yet, you're taking a risk.

☆ Target's early Black Friday 2022 deals are now live
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-31 | by ( Zoe Malin | Zoe Malin Is The Associate Updates Editor For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +10 min

Target’s Black Friday sale is currently live and includes discounts on brands like Apple, KitchenAid and Nintendo, as well as Target-exclusive brands like Threshold and Casaluna. SKIP AHEAD Best Target Black Friday deals | Best Target Black Friday sales | Target Holiday Price Match GuaranteeEvery Sunday leading up to Thanksgiving, Target is releasing a new batch of deals, which you can browse online and in stores. Best Target Black Friday deals to shop nowBased on our previous coverage and Select reader interest, we rounded up some of the best deals from Target’s Black Friday sale, using Honey and CamelCamelCamel to ensure their discounts are at historical lows. When do Target’s Black Friday deals go live? There are two types of deals you can shop during Target’s Black Friday sale:Weeklong Black Friday Deal s, which debut every Sunday through Thanksgiving weekend.

This story is part of Select's New & Notable column, where we highlight our favorite product launches, major sales, what we're buying and some of our latest recommendations and advice. This week, we’ve got a food storage set from Caraway you can use for meal prep, Anker’s first Apple-certified wireless charger, two smart floor care products from Tineco and more. The compact cube has flip up/out surfaces to charge your iPhone, AirPods and Apple Watch all at the same time. Tineco released two new smart floor care products available exclusively at Walmart: the S10 Smart Cordless Vacuum and Floor One S2 Wet/Dry Vacuum. Shopping news: Apple raises Apple TV+ and Apple Music pricesWhat we bought this weekI got my second Barefoot Dreams blanket and I’m obsessed.

Of course, this still isn't enough to earn you life-changing money, but an untouched savings balance has still increased this year. But you should only invest money that you don't expect to need in the next three to five years." Of course, before you begin to invest, you'll want to make sure you have a fully funded emergency savings account. Experts typically recommend having three to six months' worth of savings stashed away in a high-yield savings account. On the other hand, if your goal is to just build wealth it probably makes sense to invest more money than you save.

☆ New & Notable: Latest releases from Apple and more
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-24 | by ( Gabriella Depinho | Gabriella Depinho Is A Production Coordinator For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +4 min

This story is part of Select's New & Notable column, where we highlight our favorite product launches, major sales, what we're buying and some of our latest recommendations and advice. While other larger brands, such as Gap, Adidas and Madewell, have partnered with resale platform ThredUp, Shein opted to launch their own platform. Urban Outfitters launched the clothing resale app Nuuly Thrift in 2021, where customers can sell their used Urban Outfitters clothes via an iOS app. Nuuly users can deposit their earnings into their bank account or earn “Nuuly Cash” which is worth 10% more at Nuuly Thrift, Anthropologie, Free People, Urban Outfitters, BHLDN or Terrain. Wellness tech company Oura, the creator behind the health tracking Oura ring, announced a partnership with Therabody, creator behind the popular Theragun massager.

LEARN MORE What are single-serve coffee machines | Pods versus reusable brew baskets“Popularity of single-serve machines has been on the rise over recent years,” said Jessica Rodriguez, a coffee trainer who previously worked at the Specialty Coffee Association, a nonprofit coffee trade organization. Brew size : Experts told us single-serve coffee makers usually brew between a 5-ounce and a 12-ounce cup of coffee. : Experts told us single-serve coffee makers usually brew between a 5-ounce and a 12-ounce cup of coffee. Pods versus brew baskets : Most single-serve coffee makers employ single-use coffee pods — capsules of pre-ground coffee packaged into aluminum or plastic containers — but some are compatible with reusable brew baskets, giving you the flexibility to make any ground coffee of your choosing. : Most single-serve coffee makers employ single-use coffee pods — capsules of pre-ground coffee packaged into aluminum or plastic containers — but some are compatible with reusable brew baskets, giving you the flexibility to make any ground coffee of your choosing.

☆ 16 best gifts for teen girls in 2022 for every occasion
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-20 | by ( Zoe Malin | Zoe Malin Is The Associate Updates Editor For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +8 min

While some teen girls make a wish list with the specific gifts they’re hoping to receive on special occasions, others aren't so transparent and leave you struggling to find the right present. Best gifts for teen girls in 2022Below, we rounded up some of the best gifts for teen girls this year. We recommended products from brands we’ve previously covered, as well as items we’ve used ourselves or think will appeal to a majority of teen girls, depending on their interests. Gift teens everything they need to do their nails at home with Olive & June’s Mani System. The set comes with a bra and bottoms, both of which are designed with fabric that has a ribbed finish to give the fabric texture.

☆ New & Notable: Latest releases from Sheglam and Le Labo
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-17 | by ( Christina Colizza | Christina Colizza Is An Editor For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +4 min

New this weekThis week, luxury fragrance brand Le Labor partnered with the Met Museum on a limited-edition candle, makeup brand Sheglam has a new Tim Burton-inspired brand, and Teva launched a new hiking boot. Just in time for Halloween, beauty brand Sheglam has debuted a “Corpse Bride”-themed makeup collection that mimics the color palette of the animated dark fantasy film by Tim Burton. The whole collection is $44, comes packaged in a decorative box and is available for purchase at Sheglam. Cult-favorite fragrance brand Le Labo has partnered with the Metropolitan Museum of Art on a new, limited-edition scented candle. What we bought this weekAmazon’s Prime Early Access sale this week brought deals across product categories, like fitness, tech and wellness.

☆ Prime Day 2022 ends tonight: 80+ best deals to shop ahead of Black Friday
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-12 | by ( Zoe Malin | Zoe Malin Is The Associate Updates Editor For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +17 min

Prime Early Access Sale: The best dealsBelow, we’re sharing the best deals from the Prime Early Access Sale based on our previous coverage and reporting. 4.7-star average rating from 2,378 reviews on AmazonThis indoor gardening system allows you to grow herbs indoors year round. 4.6-star average rating from 72,050 reviews on AmazonThe Keurig K-Mini is one of our favorite single-serve coffee makers. Prime Early Access Sale: The best sales on AmazonHere are the best Prime Day sales on Amazon right now that we think you’ll want to know about. Prime Early Access Sale: The best sales at other retailersIn addition to Amazon, the following retailers are offering Prime Day sales we recommend.

☆ Amazon October Prime Day: 50+ best deals to shop ahead of Black Friday
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-12 | by ( Zoe Malin | Zoe Malin Is The Associate Updates Editor For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +15 min

For the first time in Prime Day’s history, Amazon is hosting two Prime Day-like events in the same year. Prime Early Access Sale: The best dealsBelow, we’re sharing the best deals from the Prime Early Access Sale based on our previous coverage and reporting. 4.7-star average rating from 2,378 reviews on AmazonThis indoor gardening system allows you to grow herbs indoors year round. Prime Early Access Sale: The best sales on AmazonHere are the best Prime Day sales on Amazon right now that we think you’ll want to know about. Prime Early Access Sale: The best sales at other retailersIn addition to Amazon, the following retailers are offering Prime Day sales we recommend.

☆ October Prime Day: 45+ best deals from Crest, Keurig and more
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-12 | by ( Zoe Malin | Zoe Malin Is The Associate Updates Editor For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +14 min

For the first time in Prime Day’s history, Amazon is hosting two Prime Day-like events in the same year. Prime Early Access Sale: The best dealsBelow, we’re sharing the best deals from the Prime Early Access Sale based on our previous coverage and reporting. 4.6-star average rating from 72,050 reviews on AmazonThe Keurig K-Mini is one of our favorite single-serve coffee makers. Prime Early Access Sale: The best sales on AmazonHere are the best Prime Day sales on Amazon right now that we think you’ll want to know about. Prime Early Access Sale: The best sales at other retailersIn addition to Amazon, the following retailers are offering Prime Day sales we recommend.

☆ Amazon Prime Fall Deal Event mattress deals from Zinus, Casper and Leesa
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-11 | by ( Zoe Malin | Zoe Malin Is The Associate Updates Editor For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +5 min

SKIP AHEAD Prime Day mattress sales on Amazon | Prime Day mattress sales at other retailersWhether you’re planning to add a mattress topper to your sleep setup or buy a brand new mattress, Amazon is offering notable discounts on mattresses, mattress toppers, bedding, pillows and more during the Prime Early Access Sale. The best Prime Early Access Sale mattress dealsBelow, we’re sharing the best deals from the Prime Early Access Sale on mattresses based on our previous coverage and reporting. You can purchase the mattress in sizes ranging from twin to king and choose from three thicknesses: 8-inch, 10-inch or 12-inch. Prime Early Access Sale: Best mattress sales on AmazonHere are the best October Prime Day mattress sales on Amazon right now that we think you’ll want to know about. Prime Early Access Sale: Best mattress sales at other retailersIn addition to Amazon, the following retailers are offering Prime Day mattress sales we recommend.

☆ October Prime Day 2022: 20+ deals from KitchenAid, Keurig and more
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-11 | by ( Zoe Malin | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +8 min

For the first time in Prime Day’s history, Amazon is hosting two Prime Day-like events in the same year. Prime Early Access Sale: The best dealsBelow, we’re sharing the best deals from the Prime Early Access Sale based on our previous coverage and reporting. 4.6-star average rating from 72,008 reviews on AmazonThe Keurig K-Mini is one of our favorite single-serve coffee makers. Prime Early Access Sale: The best sales on AmazonHere are the best Prime Day sales on Amazon right now that we think you’ll want to know about. Prime Early Access Sale: The best sales at other retailersIn addition to Amazon, the following retailers are offering Prime Day sales we recommend.

☆ Amazon Prime Early Access Sale: 20+ deals under $25
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-11 | by ( Mili Godio | Mili Godio Is An Associate Reporter For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +8 min

For the first time in Prime Day’s history, Amazon is hosting two Prime Day-like events in the same year. SKIP AHEAD Prime Day sales under $25 on Amazon | Prime Day sales at other retailersWhether you’re upgrading your skin care routine or looking for new tech accessories, Amazon is offering notable discounts on thousands of items during the Prime Early Access Sale, many of which are affordably priced at under $25. Prime Early Access Sale: The best deals under $25Below, we’re sharing the best deals under $25 from the Prime Early Access Sale based on our previous coverage and reporting. Prime Early Access Sale: The best sales under $25 on AmazonHere are the best October Prime Day sales under $25 on Amazon right now that we think you’ll want to know about. Prime Early Access Sale: The best sales at other retailersIn addition to Amazon, the following retailers are offering Prime Day sales we recommend.

☆ 10+ best Amazon Prime Day home and kitchen deals
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-11 | by ( Zoe Malin | Zoe Malin Is The Associate Updates Editor For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +6 min

SKIP AHEAD Prime Day home and kitchen sales on Amazon | Prime Day home and kitchen sales at other retailersWhether you want to start cooking with an Instant Pot or need to replace your old space heater, Amazon is offering notable discounts on cookware, air quality devices and small appliances during the Prime Early Access Sale. To help you make the most of the fleeting shopping holiday, we compiled some of the best Prime Day home and kitchendeals and sales live on Amazon, plus highlighted other notable deals from counter sales at other retailers. The best Prime Day home and kitchen dealsBelow, we’re sharing the best Prime Day home and kitchendeals based on our previous coverage and reporting. The best Prime Day home and kitchen sales on AmazonHere are the best Prime Day home and kitchen sales on Amazon right now that we think you’ll want to know about. The best Prime Day home and kitchen sales at other retailersIn addition to Amazon, the following retailers are offering Prime Day home and kitchen sales we recommend.

SKIP AHEAD Best early Prime deals | Exclusive promotions for Prime membersWhile you’re browsing early deals, keep in mind that Amazon is not the only retailer hosting a mega sale this week. Below, we rounded up a handful of early Prime Early Access Sale deals we think you’ll want to know about leading up to the official sale, which takes place Oct. 11-12. Best deals ahead of the Prime Early Access SaleAs you're sifting through Amazon’s early Prime Early Access Sale, you’ll notice that some deals are available for a limited time period, meaning once the product sells out, the deal is over. Early Prime Early Access Sale Day promotions for Prime membersBeyond deals on products across categories, Amazon is also offering a few promotions Prime members can take advantage of leading up to its October sale. During the Prime Early Access Sale, Prime members can get 20% off (up to $10) on Grubhub orders using the code PRIME20.

☆ New & Notable: Latest releases from Google, Pyrex and more
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-08 | by ( Zoe Malin | Zoe Malin Is The Associate Updates Editor For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +4 min

This story is part of Select's New & Notable column, where we highlight our favorite product launches, major sales, what we're buying and some of our latest recommendations and advice. This week, we’ve got Google’s new devices, meal prep containers from Pyrex, two new shoe styles from Rothy’s and more. Amazon’s Prime Early Access Sale is Oct. 11-12, Wayfair’s 5 Days of Deals runs through Oct. 11, Bed Bath & Beyond’s Beyond Big Sale is Oct. 11-16 and Walmart is offering rollbacks Oct. 10-13. Lululemon introduced Lululemon Studio, a new fitness service available exclusively on the Lululemon Studio Mirror, although the service also gives you access to an app after you purchase the Mirror. Additionally, if you’re a frequent Lululemon shopper, you can now join the brand’s membership program for free to unlock shopping perks, early access to product launches, access to select Lululemon Studio classes and more.

Below, Select shares some tips to help students financially prepare to study abroad so they can make the most of their experience in a new country. Ask your family if studying abroad seems financially reasonable to themStudying abroad can wind up being an enormous expense. The University of Louisville estimates that, on average, the cost of a semester-long study abroad program can range from $7,000 to $15,000 per student. Your school's study abroad coordinator will be able to break it all down for you and help you select the option that's best for your financial and academic goals. Plus, credit card rewards are most valuable when you pay off your balance each month to avoid accruing interest charges.

☆ Apple AirPods Pro are 32% right now
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-06 | by ( Zoe Malin | Zoe Malin Is The Associate Updates Editor For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +1 min

The AirPods discount is part of Target's October Deal Days event, which is happening now through Oct. 8, and the early deals Amazon is rolling out before its Prime Early Access Sale next week. The water- and sweat-resistant Apple AirPods Pro offer over 24 hours of listening time with the MagSafe Charging Case, according to the brand. The earbuds are also built with Adaptive EQ technology, which Apple says means they automatically tune music to your ears. To ensure a good fit, the AirPods come with silicone ear tips in three sizes. If you’re looking for other headphone options to browse, headphones like the Beats Studio Buds, JBL Live Pro 2 and Jabra Elite 85t are also currently on sale during Target Deal Days.

For the millions of Americans who have a subprime credit score or no credit score at all, being credit invisible or having a bad credit score can mean limited access to loans, credit cards and higher interest rates. Experian recently announced it will also be counting monthly rent payments towards building consumers' credit scores. Experian Boost now includes your rent paymentsExperian Boost is a free service that launched in 2019 and works by collecting positive information about your on-time monthly payments for bills such as utilities, certain subscription services — and now, rent — to help raise your credit score. Those with lower credit scores or limited credit histories also experienced increases in their scores by using the product. Not all lenders use Experian credit files, and not all lenders use scores impacted by Experian Boost.

While Amazon's second Prime Day-esque sale in 2022 — the Prime Early Access Sale — doesn't start until Oct. 11, the retailer is already rolling out early deals exclusive to Prime members. SKIP AHEAD Best early Prime deals | Exclusive promotions for Prime membersWhile you’re browsing early Prime deals, keep in mind that Amazon is not the only retailer hosting a mega sale in the next few weeks. Below, we rounded up a handful of early Prime Early Access Sale deals we think you’ll want to know about leading up to the official sale on Oct. 11-12. Best early Prime dealsAs you're sifting through Amazon’s wide variety of early Prime Early Access Sale deals, you’ll notice that some are available for a limited time period, meaning once it sells out, the deal is over. Early Prime Early Access Sale Day promotions for Prime membersBeyond deals on products across categories, Amazon is also offering a few promotions Prime members can take advantage of leading up to its October sale.

Subversive Capital filed a Form N-1A on Sept. 15 to establish two ETFs that will follow exactly how Democrat and Republican members of Congress are trading. Subversive Capital is working with Unusual Whales — a retail trading tool for individual stocks, options and crypto — to provide data for the ETFs. Recently, the subject of congressional members trading stocks has raised questions regarding the potential for insider trading and conflicts of interest, leading to the introduction of legislation that would restrict those in Congress from being able to buy and sell individual stocks. Here's what you need to know about the political implications of Congressional stock trading and the new ETFs that are being created to track it. It's also unclear what will happen to the two new ETFs if the congressional stock trading ban does eventually pass.

☆ Amazon Prime Day 2022: What we know about the October sales event
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-26 | by ( Zoe Malin | Zoe Malin Is The Associate Updates Editor For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +15 min

This is the first time Amazon is hosting Prime Day twice in one year, but it’s not the first time Prime Day has been scheduled for October. Because you know another one will be around the corner soon enough.”Do I need a Prime membership to get Amazon Prime Day discounts? July 2022 Prime Day bestsellersEvery year, Amazon announces bestselling Prime Day products worldwide as well as in select countries. One of the biggest differences between July’s Prime Day and October’s Prime Day is consumer mindset. One of the biggest differences between July’s Prime Day and October’s Prime Day is consumer mindset.

☆ New & Notable: Latest releases from Amazon and Peloton
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-24 | by ( Gabriella Depinho | Gabriella Depinho Is A Production Coordinator For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +3 min

This story is part of Select's New & Notable column, where we highlight our favorite product launches, major sales, what we're buying and some of our latest recommendations and advice. Shopping news: Walmart launches virtual fitting room and Peloton expands bike rentalsAccording to CNBC, this week Walmart is launching a virtual fitting room with Zeekit, a virtual fitting room startup the company bought last year. Peloton is expanding its bike rental program nationwide after piloting the program in Texas, Colorado, Florida and Minnesota, according to CNBC. After paying a $150 “startup fee,” you can rent a Peloton Bike for $89 a month. Target announced its early holiday deal days (or Target Deal Days), from Oct. 6 to Oct. 8.

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