Articles by Dan Shepard
Potential Holiday Party Ho Ho Hosts Expect to Spend an Average of $556 on Celebrations, With Many Pressured by Social Media Expectations
December 11, 2023
It may be the hap-happiest time of the year, but parties aren’t free for hosts. In fact, it can be tree-mendously expensive to welcome people... read more
49% of Americans Can’t Afford a $1,000 Emergency, With Many Relying on Credit Cards for Unexpected Expenses
December 11, 2023
If a $1,000 financial emergency hit your household tomorrow, would you be prepared? The answer for about half of Americans, according to a new report... read more
The Cost of a White Christmas: Home Values in the Nation’s Snowiest States
December 11, 2023
Though a white Christmas may be on some people’s wish lists this year, it’s not on everyone’s. Some might be willing to pay a premium... read more
If the Past Is Any Indication, There’s a Nearly 3 in 10 Chance Your Winter Holiday Flight Won’t Arrive on Time
December 4, 2023
Flying during the holidays is a necessary evil for many travelers — evil because flight delays and cancellations can turn festive travelers into frustrated ones.... read more
Mobile Home Prices Are Rising Faster Than Single-Family Home Prices — Here’s Where They’re the Most, Least Expensive
December 4, 2023
Though home prices have come down in some areas, they remain steep across the U.S. In the face of such expensive real estate, many would-be... read more